# Congressional Record Index

AASA, SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

ABBAS, GULSHAN

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

ABBOTT, GREG (Governor of Texas)

Remarks in House

Elections: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

ABC NEWS (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

ABEL, CHARLES R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E90 [2FE]

ABOOD, SARAH

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

ABORTION

Bills and resolutions

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR] (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Civil liberties: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Diseases and disorders: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: establish leave policies for members to seek abortions (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

Civil liberties: pro choice versus right to life, H1338–H1343 [22JA]

Colleges and universities: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1175, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

——— limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

——— prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Civil liberties: pro choice versus right to life, S199–S201 [14JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S199 [14JA], S283, S284 [27JA], S307 [28JA]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 28, Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, S966 [10MR]

ABORTION PROVIDER APPRECIATION DAY

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR] (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 28, observance, S966 [10MR]

ABREMSKI, RYAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E257 [24MR]

ABU AKLEH, SHIREEN

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

ACCELERATING KIDS’ ACCESS TO CARE ACT

Remarks in House

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

ACCELERATING RELIABLE CAPACITY (ARC) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

ACCESS TO GENETIC COUNSELOR SERVICES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

Texts of

S. 3607, provisions, S116 [8JA]

ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE CARE FOR SERVICEMEMBERS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

ACCESSING SATELLITE CAPABILITIES TO ENABLE NEW DISCOVERIES (ASCEND) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2600), H2242–H2244 [23FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2600, provisions, H2242 [23FE]

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR WITHHOLDING AID AND RELIEF ESSENTIALS (AWARE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

ACCOUNTING STEM PURSUIT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

ACCREDITATION FOR COLLEGE EXCELLENCE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

ACCRUED VETERANS BENEFITS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3123), H1930–H1932 [2FE]

ACEBO, ANDRES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2432 [5MR]

ACPAC MODERNIZATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5663, provisions, H2657 [24MR]

ADAMO, ANTHONY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H141 [8JA]

ADAMS, ALMA S. (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H657 [12JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2370 [3MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2677 [24MR]

Business and industry: prohibit certain uses of automated decision systems by employers (see H.R. 6371), H2628 [20MR]

——— promote transparency and accountability in covered digital labor platform work (see H.R. 6646), H2259 [23FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1173 [21JA]

——— establish Office of Small Farms (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H2370 [3MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— promote child care and early learning (see H.R. 4418), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize continuation of lawful nonimmigrant status for certain religious workers affected by backlog for religious worker immigrant visas (see H.R. 2672), H1352 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Peacebuilding: establish (see H.R. 1111), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2297 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2119 [10FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2336 [2MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Health: prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2677 [24MR]

House of Representatives: establish commission to study and develop proposals for expansion (see H.R. 2797), H2473 [5MR]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2677 [24MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: limit transfer of defense articles and defense services (see H.R. 3565), H1916 [27JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H925 [16JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2236 [20FE]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H135 [7JA]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H135 [7JA]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H656 [12JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2677 [24MR]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2330 [25FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H253 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (H.R. 7522), H2220 [12FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (H.R. 8074), H2711 [25MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H699 [13JA]

Tributes

Gaber, Sharon, H1176 [22JA]

ADAMS, GEORGE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2667 [24MR]

ADAMS, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2102 [10FE]

ADAMS, STEVEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E101 [4FE]

ADDISON, A’SHELLARIEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H663 [13JA]

ADERHOLT, ROBERT B. (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: establish Federal penalties for knowing and intentional administration of any abortion-inducing drug to woman without her informed consent if drug has been shipped or transported in interstate commerce (see H.R. 6466), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H2097 [9FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2298 [24FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H2097 [9FE]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H894 [14JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 5160), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H2236 [20FE]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1341 [22JA]

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E57• [20JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1187 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1963 [3FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2047 [9FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1341 [22JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1341 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1341 [22JA]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2049 [9FE]

Tributes

Brewer, Jean, E9• [7JA]

Greer, Dale, E98• [3FE]

ADKINS, CHRISTINA

Letters

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

ADKINS, WILLIAM B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E186 [4MR]

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, U.S. COURTS see Courts

ADOPTION see Families and Domestic Relations

ADRAGNA, JOSEPH, III

Remarks in House

Tribute, E158 [24FE]

ADVANCE GLOBAL HEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

ADVANCED CAPABILITIES FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE OPERATIONS (ACERO) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Texts of

H.R. 390, provisions, H2241 [23FE]

ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT ASSISTANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

ADVANCED WEATHER MODEL COMPUTING DEVELOPMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

ADVANCING BETTER OPTIONS FOR DWELLINGS EVERYWHERE (ABODE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE]

Texts of

S. 3768, provisions, S472 [3FE]

ADVANCING COMMONSENSE POLICIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

ADVANCING POLICY PRIORITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

ADVERTISING

Amendments

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

FDA: establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Information technology: require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

Medicare: rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

AERONAUTICS see Aviation

AESCHLIMAN, WES AND RANDELL

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVER MANDATING EFFICIENCY STANDARDS (AFFORDABLE HOMES) ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 5184): consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 5184): consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Letters

Provisions: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5184), H594, H595–H604 [9JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, provisions, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 5184, provisions, H595 [9JA]

AFGHAN AMERICANS

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S189 [14JA]

AFGHANISTAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF

Amendments

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Women: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Factsheets

Military Support by Denmark to U.S. Operations in Afghanistan, S73 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Homeland Security: review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

Reports filed

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 7194, award Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery, H1968 [3FE]

AFL–CIO

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H683 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act, H683 [13JA]

AFRICA

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

——— terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

Remarks in House

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H637–H642 [12JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, E160 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

Reports filed

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6500, AGOA Extension Act, H637 [12JA]

AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE] (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

AFRICAN AMERICANS

Bills and resolutions

Akron, OH: anniversary of Akron Urban League (see H. Res. 1000), H893 [14JA]

Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Grant Opportunities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (see S. 4167), S1580 [24MR]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (see H.R. 7660), H2296 [24FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Education: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR] (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (see H.R. 7317), H1948 [2FE]

NSF: provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (see S. Res. 584), S257 [15JA]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Lists

Central Florida African American inspirational leaders, E134 [12FE]

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L.: Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210 [12MR]

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: Representative Frederica S. Wilson, E212 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H910 [15JA]

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169 [26FE]

Black History Month: observance, H1940–H1946 [2FE], H1986, H2011, H2022 [4FE], H2085–H2089 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2174 [11FE], H2189, H2207, H2208, H2211 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2300 [25FE], H2429 [5MR], E89 [2FE], E101 [4FE], E134 [12FE], E139, E140, E141 [17FE], E146 [20FE], E243 [19MR]

Black Music Month: observance, H1980 [4FE]

Bronx, NY: tribute to Black History Month Living Legends Luncheon, H2207 [12FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2424 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Elizabeth City State University: anniversary, H2560 [18MR]

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

Hicks, Peggy: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H911, H912, H914 [15JA], H942–H946 [20JA]

McGowan, Johnny: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2669–H2672 [24MR]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), E88 [2FE]

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Portland (OR) Skanner: tribute, E128 [11FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

Selma, AL: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, E53 [20JA]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H1944 [2FE], H2087, H2089 [9FE]

——— evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

Women: address Black maternal health disparities, H2560 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Black History Month: observance (S. Res. 615), S689 [25FE]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (S. Res. 629), S1058 [16MR]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (S. Res. 584), S263 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Voting: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Texts of

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 584, tribute to Richard Smallwood, S260 [15JA]

S. Res. 615, Black History Month, S688 [25FE]

S. Res. 629, tribute to Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., S917 [9MR]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Remarks in House

Foreign trade: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H637–H642 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign trade: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6500, AGOA Extension Act, H637 [12JA]

AFTER HOURS CHILD CARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE]

AGE DISCRIMINATION see Discrimination

AGED see Senior Citizens

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT related term(s) Department of State; Foreign Aid

Bills and resolutions

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Reports filed

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

AGENCY WIDE RESOURCE SYNCHRONIZATION AND ENTERPRISE NETWORK FOR AUTHORITATIVE LOGISTICS (ARSENAL) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

AGOA EXTENSION ACT

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6500), H637–H642 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6500, provisions, H637 [12JA]

AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION MENTORSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

AGRICULTURAL CREDIT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Texts of

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

AGRICULTURAL FOREIGN INVESTMENT DISCLOSURE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

AGRICULTURAL MARKETING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

——— establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

Texts of

S. 4152, Fertilizer Transparency Act, S1369 [19MR]

AGRICULTURE related term(s) Food; Rural Areas

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

——— authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— collaborate with various entities and establish grant program to support nurseries and seed orchards (see H.R. 7712), H2328 [25FE]

——— continue to carry out Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program (see H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

——— delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

——— enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish expedited guaranteed lender pilot program (see H.R. 7475), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

——— establish Office of Small Farms (see S. 3860), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (see H.R. 7762), H2368 [3MR]

——— establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

——— improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA] (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

——— modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— provide grants and direct or guaranteed loans to increase domestic fertilizer production for farmers (see S. 4148), S1367 [19MR]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

——— reauthorize Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers (see S. 4072), S1046 [12MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

——— require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Electronics: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

EPA: exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

Federal aid programs: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Interstate commerce: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR] (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

NSF: provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

Power resources: include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (see H.R. 7080), H893 [14JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Costa, Representative: legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Glennville, GA: Bland Farms recipient of Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award, H2415 [4MR]

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY: tribute to Hastings Farmers Market, H2558 [18MR]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144 [20FE]

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Lake, George: Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31 [13JA]

Little, Bailey: American FFA Degree award recipient, H2172 [11FE]

Manheim, PA: anniversary of Root’s Country Market, H110 [7JA]

Mazak, Reba Y.: Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119 [9FE]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

National Agriculture Week: observance, H2536 [17MR], H2586 [18MR], H2608 [19MR]

National FFA Organization: tribute to Pennsylvania FFA officers, H110 [7JA]

National FFA Week: observance, H2262, H2264 [24FE]

National Milk Day: observance, H647 [12JA]

Neville, David: Dept. of State Citizen Diplomat Award recipient, E123 [10FE]

North Carolina: provide economic relief to farmers, H1131 [21JA]

Pennsylvania Farm Show: tribute, H723 [14JA]

Pesek, Richard: Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Schoenfeld, Jilian: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Scott, Frank: North Carolina Young Farmer of the Year award recipient, H2205 [12FE]

Smoketown, PA: anniversary of Rohrer Seeds (business), E153 [23FE]

Snider family: National Beef Quality Assurance Award recipient, H2344 [3MR]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2707 [25MR]

VanDyke, Brayden: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

White County, TN: Tennessee Association of Fairs Champion of Champions award recipient, H2609 [19MR]

World Pulses Day: observance, H2104 [10FE]

York Springs, PA: anniversary of Lehman’s Feed & Home Center, H2636 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

——— strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

National Agriculture Week: observance, S1059 [17MR]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S102 [8JA]

Rigby, ID: tribute to Survival Garden Seeds (business), S339 [28JA]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Reports filed

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. 4152, Fertilizer Transparency Act, S1369 [19MR]

S. Res. 592, International Year of the Woman Farmer, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 622, National FFA Week, S712 [26FE]

S. Res. 645, International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 653, National Women in Agriculture Day, S1382 [19MR]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

AGUILAR, PETE (a Representative from California)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H135 [7JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (see H.R. 1269), H13 [6JA]

Medicare: provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1352 [22JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2032 [4FE]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H616 [9JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2531 [16MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Remarks

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

AGUON, BERNARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H697 [13JA], E23 [12JA]

AHMED, ISMAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2011 [4FE]

AI FOR MAINSTREET ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5764, provisions, H931 [20JA]

AI FRAUD ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR]

AI GUARDRAILS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

AI IN HEALTH CARE EFFICIENCY AND STUDY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

AIR CANADA

Remarks in Senate

Queens, NY: express condolences to victims and those affected by collision at LaGuardia Airport, S1527 [23MR]

AIR FORCE see Department of Defense

AIR POLLUTION related term(s) Clean Air Act; Ecology and Environment; Pollution

Amendments

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

——— clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

——— conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (see H.R. 7554), H2219 [12FE]

——— exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

——— exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

Families and domestic relations: recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see S. 4021), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2118 [10FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

Motions

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72–S74 [7JA]

——— repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

AIR QUALITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7452), H2095 [9FE]

AIR TRAFFIC SITUATIONAL AWARENESS ENHANCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

AIRBORNE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7460), H2118 [10FE]

AIRCRAFT see Common Carriers

AI-READY BIO-DATA STANDARDS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

AI–READY NETWORKS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

AIRLINES AND AIRPORTS see Aviation

AIRMEN CERTIFICATE ACCESSIBILITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2247), H2660, H2661 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2247) (H. Rept. 119–551), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 2247, provisions, H2660 [24MR]

AIRPORT REGULATORY RELIEF ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6427, provisions, H2658 [24MR]

AIRSPACE LOCATION AND ENHANCED RISK TRANSPARENCY (ALERT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

AKRON, OH

Bills and resolutions

Akron Urban League: anniversary (see H. Res. 1000), H893 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Archbishop Hoban High School: tribute to girls’ basketball team, H2608 [19MR]

Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County: tribute, H2174 [11FE]

Remedy Church: anniversary, H1336 [22JA]

AKRON RITES OF PASSAGE INSTITUTE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2012 [4FE]

ALABAMA

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Klinner, John A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2606 [19MR]

Oxford, AL: tribute to Oxford High School boys’ basketball team, E227 [17MR]

Talladega, AL: anniversary of Talladega Insurance Agency, E151 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Phillip Williams, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Thomas Govan, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

ALACHUA COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

Theus, Harold: Florida Career Fire Chief of the Year award recipient, H610 [9JA]

AL-AHMED, AHMED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H593 [9JA], E42 [14JA]

ALASKA

Bills and resolutions

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S475 [4FE]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Sports: tribute to Iditarod dogsled race, S1038 [12MR], S1344 [19MR]

Reports filed

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Nomination of Aaron C. Peterson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

S. Res. 601, National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week, S515 [5FE]

S. Res. 619, National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 622, National FFA Week, S712 [26FE]

ALASKA NATIVE CLAIMS SETTLEMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

ALASKA’S RIGHT TO IVORY SALES AND TRADITION (ARTIST) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

ALBAN, RYAN

Bills and resolutions

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

ALBERT, JAMES A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E27 [12JA]

ALBIA, IA

Remarks in Senate

Coffee Grounds (business): tribute, S288 [27JA]

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Taxation: classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Hill, Chris and Deana: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187 [4MR]

Starlight Distillery (company): San Francisco World Spirits Competition Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

ALCORTA, MARISA

Remarks in House

Yolo County, CA: Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

ALEDO, TX

Remarks in House

Aledo Municipal Complex: tribute to opening, E164 [25FE]

ALEXANDER, ABRAHAM

Remarks in House

Lone Star Film Festival: Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41 [14JA]

ALEXANDER, MICHELLE

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

ALEXANDRIA, PA

Remarks in House

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

ALFORD, MARK (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment (see H. Res. 229, 858), H1173 [21JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2120 [10FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2628 [20MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H253 [8JA]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of professional degree (see H.R. 6718), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: direct Federal Railroad Administration to identify potential benefits and challenges of implementing and using sensors enabled with artificial intelligence (AI) as safety measure at rail crossings (see H.R. 3647), H2120 [10FE]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2370 [3MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2628 [20MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1922 [30JA]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2188 [11FE]

FTC: require manufacturers of motor vehicles to provide motor vehicle owners with access to and use of motor vehicle data of motor vehicles (see H.R. 6687), H2236 [20FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: limit application of State laws relative to law enforcement uniform requirements (see H.R. 5581), H2259 [23FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2120 [10FE]

Real estate: exempt small seller financers from certain licensing requirements (see H.R. 6511), H1173 [21JA]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide refundable tax credit for non-directed living kidney donations (see H.R. 2687), H656 [12JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (see H.R. 2102), H1949 [2FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (H.R. 7680), H2329 [25FE]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (H.R. 7727), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H119 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1314 [22JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H203 [8JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H739 [14JA]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H932 [20JA]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 4327), H1157 [21JA]

ALGERIA, PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, E160 [24FE]

ALGONA, IA

Remarks in Senate

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88 [7JA]

ALIENS see Immigration; Refugees

ALL CHILDREN ARE EQUAL (ACE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

ALLAN, THOMAS G., JR.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Coast Guard Vice Commandant: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

ALLEN, ADA

Essays

State of the Union, S757 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

ALLEN, RICK W. (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Families Month: designate (see H. Res. 735), H1173 [21JA]

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1912 [23JA]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2530 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2530 [16MR]

FERC: prohibit retirements of baseload electric generating units in area that is served by regional transmission organization or independent system operator and is categorized as high risk of supply shortfalls (see H.R. 3843), H1977 [3FE]

Medicaid: modify Medicaid Federal medical assistance percentage for District of Columbia (see H.R. 5815), H13 [6JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2531 [16MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish reinsurance program (see H.R. 1776), H1173 [21JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H1173 [21JA]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2033 [4FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2552 [17MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2259 [23FE]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (H.R. 7195), H1351 [22JA]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (H.R. 7895), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H598 [9JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2283 [24FE]

National Agriculture Week: observance, H2586 [18MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H900 [15JA]

Votes: position on missed, H1960• [3FE], H2171• [11FE]

ALLEVIATING INTERGENERATIONAL DEBT (AID) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

ALLISON, DOUG

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S468 [3FE]

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H910 [15JA]

ALSOBROOKS, ANGELA D. (a Senator from Maryland)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279, S1303, S1304, S1305 [18MR], S1395 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S139 [12JA], S175 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S355 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S959 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

CDC: reauthorize and improve National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (see S. 1866), S553 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: carry out activities to reduce food loss and waste (see S. 1395), S1545 [23MR]

——— establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— make adjustments to environmental quality incentives program (see S. 3498), S682 [25FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S732 [2MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S960 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— award grants to faith- or community-based organizations to address persistent health inequities and chronic disease challenges (see S. 2825), S471 [3FE]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see S. 494), S378 [29JA]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— reauthorize Special Diabetes Program for Type 1 Diabetes and Special Diabetes Program for Indians (see S. 2211), S345 [28JA]

——— support State-based maternal mortality review committees and disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives (see S. 2621), S345 [28JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1616 [25MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S960 [10MR]

Dept. of State: improve implementation of seizure of Russian sovereign assets for benefit of Ukraine (see S. 2918), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S419 [30JA]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S804 [4MR]

Dept. of Transportation: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

——— establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S491 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S1615 [25MR]

——— amend minimum participation standards for pension plans and qualified trusts (see S. 1707), S553 [10FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S733 [2MR]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see S. 624), S732 [2MR]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 126), S489 [4FE] (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

Foreign aid: require U.S. foreign assistance commodities be made available for intended purposes before they expire (see S. 2252), S470 [3FE]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of automated decision systems to inform individualized prices (see S. 3387), S1368 [19MR]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see S. 1410), S378 [29JA]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S1615 [25MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (see S.J. Res. 95), S346 [28JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1092 [17MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Labeling: establish requirements for quality and discard dates voluntarily declared on food labels (see S. 2541), S1368 [19MR]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see S. 1973), S510 [5FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see S. 1261), S1047 [12MR]

——— include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for purposes of annual wellness visit (see S. 2612), S258 [15JA]

——— waive coinsurance for colorectal cancer screening tests, regardless of whether therapeutic intervention is required during screening (see S. 2949), S116 [8JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S51 [6JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S1616 [25MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NATO: condemn Russian incursions into NATO territory and reaffirm Article 5 of North Atlantic Treaty (see S. Res. 442), S472 [3FE]

NOAA: establish grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out projects on conservation, restoration, or management of kelp forest ecosystems (see S. 513), S1615 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S535 [9FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: improve patient protections and affordability (see S. 3368), S378 [29JA]

Pensions: provide for periodic automatic reenrollment under qualified automatic contribution arrangements (see S. 1831), S553 [10FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S345 [28JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

SBA: require training on increasing contract awards to small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans (see S. 2510), S610 [12FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1432 [20MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S566 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1432 [20MR]

Tributes

Smallwood, Richard, S532• [9FE]

ALSOBROOKS, JAMES M. (MAC)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E62 [21JA]

ALTENBURG, RANA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S334 [28JA]

ALTERNATIVE ENERGY see Power Resources; Renewable Energy

ALTOONA, PA

Remarks in House

DeGol Organization: anniversary, H1984 [4FE]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

AMBROZEWICZ, MARIA

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

AMELIA ISLAND, FL

Remarks in House

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL MOTORCYCLE FAIRNESS ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2362 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4386, provisions, H2362 [3MR]

AMERICAN AIRLINES, INC.

Bills and resolutions

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks in House

Aviation: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS

Bills and resolutions

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE PRACTITIONERS

Remarks in House

National Nurse Practitioner Week: observance, E177 [3MR]

AMERICAN BOXING REVIVAL ACT

Letters

Provisions: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4624, provisions, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

AMERICAN BUSINESS FOR AMERICAN COMPANIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE]

Texts of

S. 3811, provisions, S535–S537 [9FE]

AMERICAN CIVICS RENEWAL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

AMERICAN CONSUMER TARIFF REBATE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

AMERICAN DREAM ACCOUNTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

AMERICAN DREAM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

AMERICAN FAMILIES FIRST ASSISTANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

AMERICAN FAMILY HOUSING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS

Bills and resolutions

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

AMERICAN FINANCIAL INSTITUTION REGULATORY SOVEREIGNTY AND TRANSPARENCY (AMERICAN FIRST) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

American Heart Month: observance, H1991 [4FE]

AMERICAN HEART MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Observance, H1991 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 614), S689 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 614, designate, S687 [25FE]

AMERICAN IMMIGRATION COUNCIL

Articles and editorials

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

AMERICAN INSTITUTE FOR FOREIGN STUDY

Remarks in House

Au Pair in America program: anniversary, E248 [20MR]

AMERICAN LENDING FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE]

AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, H727 [14JA]

AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION

Bills and resolutions

Health care professionals: recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association (see S. Res. 583), S257 [15JA] (see H. Res. 1010), H948 [20JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 583, recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association, S260 [15JA]

AMERICAN OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Federal Keyperson Summit: tribute, H2490 [16MR]

AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION

Remarks in Senate

Chicago, IL: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

AMERICAN RED CROSS

Remarks in House

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H142, H227 [8JA], H1158 [21JA]

Red Cross Month: observance, H2425 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

National Blood Donor Month: observance, S141 [13JA]

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Taxation: make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

AMERICAN REVOLUTION related term(s) War

Bills and resolutions

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (see S. Res. 649), S1205 [18MR]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Casimir Pulaski Day: observance, H2454 [5MR]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, H713 [13JA], H721 [14JA], H2265 [24FE], E218 [16MR]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S36 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S507 [5FE], S714 [26FE], S1631 [25MR]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (S. Res. 649), S1202 [18MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 649, commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer, S1207 [18MR]

AMERICAN SAMOA

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

Reports filed

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

AMERICAN SHORE AND BEACH PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION

Bills and resolutions

Anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR] (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 659, anniversary, S1546 [23MR]

AMERICAN STORIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

AMERICAN WATER STEWARDSHIP ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6422, provisions, H2662 [24MR]

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT related term(s) Disabled

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

AMERICA’S CALL TO IMPROVE OPPORTUNITIES NOW (ACTION) FOR NATIONAL SERVICE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

AMERICA’S NATIONAL CHURCHILL MUSEUM NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1945, provisions, H2356 [3MR]

AMERICORPS see Corporation for National and Community Service

AMO, GABE (a Representative from Rhode Island)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Azerbaijan: condemn treatment of Gubad Ibadoghlu and urge his immediate release (see H. Res. 120), H2120 [10FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Employment: safeguard rights of workers and protect children by responsibly increasing civil monetary penalties and other means (see H.R. 6597), H2531 [16MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2598 [18MR]

Health Care Provider Protection Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 929), H949 [20JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2120 [10FE]

Medicare: count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H135 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2259 [23FE]

Mental health: address mental health issues for youth, particularly youth of color (see H.R. 2904), H2032 [4FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2259 [23FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H2297 [24FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (H.R. 7307), H1949 [2FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (H.R. 7089), H920 [15JA]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (H.R. 7088), H920 [15JA]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (H.R. 7896), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2454 [5MR]

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H2208 [12FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1955 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1955 [3FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2255 [23FE]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H622, H623 [12JA]

Medicaid: funding, H1955 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment, H2208 [12FE]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2454 [5MR]

Tributes

Dorgan, Rhonda and Aiden, H2307 [25FE]

AMODEI, MARK E. (a Representative from Nevada)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Commerce: establish Capacity Building for Business Districts Pilot Program (see H.R. 3585), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Energy: establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1352 [22JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2188 [11FE]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (see H.R. 5616), H895 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (H.R. 7276), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1312 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2445 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1312 [22JA], H2445 [5MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2445 [5MR]

AMOR, NICOLE M.

Amendments

Tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR]

Tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 648, tribute, S1095 [17MR], S1610 [25MR]

AMORE, GREGG M.

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, S1475 [21MR]

AMTRAK

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

ANAHEIM, CA

Remarks in House

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

ANCIENT & ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE OF FREEMASONRY (organization)

Remarks in House

Savannah, GA, chapter: dedication of monuments, H1989 [4FE]

ANDERSON, BRIAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E66 [22JA]

ANDERSON, MATTHEW

Reports filed

Nomination To Be NASA Deputy Administrator: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

ANDERSON, SARALYNN

Essays

State of the Union, S756 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

ANDERSON, STEVEN C.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2414 [4MR]

ANDRE, EMMA

Remarks in House

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

ANDREWS FAMILY

Remarks in House

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243 [19MR]

ANDROSKI, FRANCIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E268 [25MR]

ANGELICA, SOPHIA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2667 [24MR]

ANGELL, KATHRYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E129 [11FE]

ANGST, CURTIS J.

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

Tribute, H2679 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Senate: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq, S1082 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

ANIMAL FREEDOM FROM TESTING, EXPERIMENTATION, AND RESEARCH (AFTER) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4172), S1580 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4172), S1581 [24MR]

ANIMAL WELFARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see S. 4172), S1580 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (S. 4172), S1581 [24MR]

ANIMALS related term(s) National Wildlife Refuges; Wildlife

Amendments

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (see S. Res. 611), S610 [12FE]

Cats: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see S. 4091), S1047 [12MR]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

Foreign countries: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

Immigration: provide that alien convicted of offense involving animal cruelty is inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 7544), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Morality and ethics: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Religion: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Research: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see S. 4172), S1580 [24MR]

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Letters

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Mazak, Reba Y.: Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119 [9FE]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

Pesek, Richard: Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Alaska: tribute to Iditarod dogsled race, S1038 [12MR], S1344 [19MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (S. Res. 611), S616 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

——— strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Research: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (S. 4172), S1581 [24MR]

Sergeant Stubby: anniversary of death, S1443 [20MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. Res. 611, use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade, S614 [12FE]

S. Res. 645, International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, S1093 [17MR]

ANN ARBOR, MI

Remarks in Senate

University of Michigan: anniversary of University of Michigan Hillel, S756 [3MR]

ANSARI, YASSAMIN (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Advisory Council To Support Victims of Gun Violence: establish (see H.R. 2837), H135 [7JA]

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1916 [27JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— provide for congenital cytomegalovirus screening of newborns (see H.R. 5435), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1916 [27JA]

——— limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H1950 [2FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (see H.R. 7714), H2328 [25FE]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H13 [6JA]

Minnesota: withdraw from mineral exploration Federal lands and waters in Rainy River Watershed, including in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Voyageurs National Park, and Superior National Forest (see H.R. 588), H949 [20JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2598 [18MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OMB: submit annual report to Congress on projects that are over budget and behind schedule (see H.R. 1722), H2484 [12MR]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2097 [9FE]

Parks, Rosa: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 916), H2097 [9FE]

Political ethics: limit donations for public property, building, or fixture at White House, Naval Observatory, or certain other public property, or for monuments to living Presidents, Vice Presidents, or appointees (see H.R. 6085), H136 [7JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see H.R. 7767), H2712 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H616 [9JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (H.R. 7345), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (H.R. 7347), H2031 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 7346), H2031 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (H.R. 7483), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2407 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H242 [8JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H147 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H242 [8JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2407 [4MR]

Tributes

Lopez, Monique, H605 [9JA]

ANTHONY, JORDAN

Remarks in House

U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association: Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

ANTHONY, MARA J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1986 [4FE]

ANTITRUST ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

ANTITRUST POLICY related term(s) Monopolies

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

Consumers: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Max Clegg, S757 [3MR]

Reports filed

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

APARICIO, FRANCO

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

APARICIO, LUCIANO

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2640 [24MR]

APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

APPLE, INC.

Remarks in Senate

Information technology: allegations of political bias on Apple, Inc. news platform, S668 [25FE]

APPLETON, WI

Remarks in House

Schommer, Paul: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

APPROPRIATIONS related term(s) Budget—U.S.

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S17 [5JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H615 [9JA]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide for auditable financial statements (see S. 3902), S650 [24FE]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

——— reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of State: prohibit provision of U.S. financial assistance to any entity that is controlled by agent of covered foreign principal (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

——— preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Transportation: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

——— limit spending from Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H947 [20JA]

——— expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

Diseases and disorders: recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit spending in last two months of fiscal year to no more than average spent per month during preceding months of fiscal year (see S. 4059), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

——— provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

——— strengthen oversight, accountability, and recovery of Federal funds administered through State block grants and other pass-through mechanisms (see S. 4024), S881 [5MR]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Foreign policy: limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funding to facilitate invasion, annexation, purchase, or other form of acquisition of Greenland (see H.R. 7013), H655 [12JA]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

——— same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

NASA: reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Trump, President: provide authority and discretion over congressional budgetary resources to achieve balanced budget (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

——— terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Jumana Nsour, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts: Federal Defender Services program funding, H908 [15JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2560–H2568 [18MR]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

California: prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Congress: legislative process, H1178, H1179 [22JA], H1954, H1956–H1958 [3FE], H2693, H2694 [25MR]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

——— Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H942 [20JA], H1191, H1312–H1317, H1338 [22JA], H1938, H1940 [2FE], H1953–H1958, H1962–H1966, H1968, H1969 [3FE], H1990, H2017, H2019, H2020 [4FE], H2104 [10FE], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2381–H2388 [4MR], H2444–H2448, H2453 [5MR], H2691, H2692 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

EPA: reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Government: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H802 [14JA], H1159 [21JA]

——— shutdown relative to budget process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA], H2101 [10FE]

IRS: funding, H736 [14JA]

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Los Angeles, CA: Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program funding, H2103 [10FE]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Medicaid: establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

——— funding, H1955 [3FE]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

NASA: reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739, H797, H798 [14JA]

Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act: reauthorize, H2092 [9FE]

North Carolina: public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H672 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

SSA: funding, H228 [8JA], H635 [12JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, E258 [24MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Virginia: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2100 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: legislative process, S560 [11FE]

Budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

——— ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Congress: legislative process, S4 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S228 [15JA], S317 [28JA], S407 [30JA], S455 [3FE], S560 [11FE]

——— oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE], S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: funding, S410 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

——— Hospital at Home Program funding, S440 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

——— making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S416 [30JA], S594–S596 [12FE]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

——— rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S908 [9MR], S980–S992 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1029, S1031–S1033 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S281 [27JA], S302–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S358–S361, S365, S369, S373 [29JA], S401, S402, S411 [30JA], S432–S434 [2FE], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S519–S521, S523, S529 [9FE], S539–S542, S546 [10FE], S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S597, S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S721 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S908 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S971, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1025–S1033, S1036 [12MR], S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1179, S1181 [18MR], S1318, S1319, S1323, S1326–S1329 [19MR], S1422–S1427, S1430, S1431 [20MR], S1472–S1474, S1482–S1484 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590–S1594, S1606 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

FEMA: funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, S412 [30JA]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

New Immigrant Community Empowerment Inc.: prohibit Community and Training Center funding, S413 [30JA]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S19 [6JA], S185, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA], S560 [11FE]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S247 [15JA], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1421 [20MR]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Rulings of the Chair

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H. Res. 1128, support Dept. of Homeland Security, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2560 [18MR]

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

AQUACULTURE

Bills and resolutions

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

ARAB COUNTRIES related term(s) Middle East

Bills and resolutions

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

ARCTIC REGIONS

Bills and resolutions

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA] (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 26, affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland, S261 [15JA]

ARDSLEY, NY

Remarks in House

Community service: tribute to environment groups, H723 [14JA]

ARIZONA

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see S. 3715), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

Native Americans: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2525–H2527 [16MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Marana, AZ: anniversary of Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, E209 [12MR]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

Taulton, Rose: Southern Arizona Volunteer Management Association Volunteer of the Year award recipient, H2176 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

——— tribute to Catalina Foothills High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

——— tribute to Mica Mountain High School football team, H140 [8JA]

——— tribute to Tanque Verde High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

Vail, AZ: tribute to Cienega High School marching band, H726 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Reports filed

Chiricahua National Park Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

H.R. 6380, Chiricahua National Park Act, H2525 [16MR]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

ARKANSAS

Cloture motions

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Remarks in House

National Guard: tribute to 2d Congressional District recruitment figures, H2045 [9FE]

Petit Jean State Park: anniversary, H2045 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame: tribute to inductees, S643 [24FE]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S447 [3FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of David C. Fowlkes To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of John T. Shepherd To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Kevin Holmes To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

ARKANSAS AGRICULTURE HALL OF FAME

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

ARLINGTON COUNTY, VA

Bills and resolutions

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

ARMED FORCES see Department of Defense

ARMS CONTROL

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of State: establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

——— prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

——— urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804–H810 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S694 [26FE], S720–S728 [2MR]

ARMS EXPORT CONTROL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

ARMS SALES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

ARMSTEAD, TIM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2376 [4MR]

ARMSTRONG, ALAN (a Senator from Oklahoma)

Certificates of appointment

Senate, S1568 [24MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1609 [25MR]

Oaths of office

Senate, S1568 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Tribute, S1567 [24MR]

ARMY see Department of Defense

ARORA, AARIV

Remarks in House

Colorado: 7th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

ARRINGTON, JODEY C. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

Foreign trade: impose additional requirements relative to importers of record (see H.R. 7812), H2469 [5MR]

Medicare: permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (see H.R. 6974), H251 [8JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (H.R. 7745), H2336 [2MR]

Foreign trade: impose additional requirements relative to importers of record (H.R. 7812), H2472 [5MR]

Medicare: permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (H.R. 6974), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (H.R. 7348), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2564 [18MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H218 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2147 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: reduce waste, fraud, and abuse, H1980 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H218 [8JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2158 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2147 [11FE]

Tributes

Stevens, J.L., H1980 [4FE]

ARRINGTON, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2045 [9FE]

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DATA CENTER MORATORIUM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WISDOM FOR INNOVATIVE SMALL ENTERPRISES (AI-WISE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5784, provisions, H934 [20JA]

ARTS AND HUMANITIES related term(s) Literature; Music and Dance

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (see H.R. 7162), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of State: submit notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases (see H.R. 7028), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish procurement program to facilitate ability of medical centers to make direct procurements of original artwork from veterans who are patients (see H.R. 7838), H2470 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Proclamations

Tribute to Beenie Man (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E173 [3MR]

Tribute to Buju Banton (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E176 [3MR]

Tribute to Busy Signal (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E179 [3MR]

Tribute to Morgan Heritage (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Tribute to Shaggy (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E181 [3MR]

Tribute to Spragga Benz (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E178 [3MR]

Tribute to Vybz Kartel (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E175 [3MR]

Tribute to Wayne Wonder (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E182 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Black Music Month: observance, H1980 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), E55 [20JA]

Carnatic Music Association of North America: anniversary, E5 [6JA]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Davis, CA: anniversary of Pence Gallery, E265 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Flores, Judy Selk: Guam Council of the Arts and Humanities Lifetime Cultural Contribution Award recipient, H2014 [4FE]

Gilchrist, Kate: Emerging Young Artist award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Mamaroneck, NY: tribute to Emelin Theatre, H2377 [4MR]

Oakland, CA: anniversary of Grand Lake Theater, E181 [3MR]

Savannah, GA: anniversary of Gallery 209 (art gallery), H664 [13JA]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, E254 [24MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

Washington, IA: anniversary of Washington Community Theater, H2101 [10FE]

Youth Art Month: observance, E179 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

——— recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, S550 [10FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

ARUM, ROBERT

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act, H2646 [24MR]

ARVADA, CO

Remarks in House

Dawson, Julie: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Community Champion Award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Equalized Productions, LLC: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Hill, Chris and Deana: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187 [4MR]

Marriott, John: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

ASELAGE, SAMANTHA

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

ASIA

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, S488 [4FE], H2008 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

ASIAN AMERICAN HOTEL OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra, E213 [12MR]

ASIAN AMERICANS

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Spokane, WA; tribute to Lunar New Year celebration, H2268 [24FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK

Reports filed

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY OF AFRICAN AMERICAN LIFE AND HISTORY

Remarks in House

Black History Month: observance, H2211 [12FE]

ATKINSON, JOY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H802 [14JA]

ATLANTA, GA

Bills and resolutions

Crime: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

ATLANTA BRAVES (baseball team)

Remarks in House

Jones, Andruw: National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, H2415 [4MR]

ATLANTIC STATES MARINE FISHERIES COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Fish and fishing: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Keliher, Patrick: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Captain David H. Hart Award recipient, E144 [20FE]

ATOMIC ENERGY see Nuclear Energy

ATOMIC ENERGY DEFENSE ACT

Remarks in House

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

ATSMA FAMILY

Remarks in House

Tulare, CA: Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

ATTORNEY GENERAL (Pamela Bondi)

Bills and resolutions

Impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

AUCHINCLOSS, JAKE (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2371 [3MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H1173 [21JA]

——— codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

——— facilitate direct primary care arrangements (see H.R. 1162), H949 [20JA]

Medicare: establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see H.R. 5281), H2120 [10FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2188 [11FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2336 [2MR]

Social Security: lower barriers to increase patient access to health care (see H.R. 6100), H616 [9JA]

Taxation: allow amortization of geological and geophysical expenditures in connection with exploration for, or development of, geothermal deposits (see H.R. 6873), H949 [20JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (H.R. 7568), H2225 [13FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H599 [9JA]

Votes: position on missed, E164• [25FE], E260• [24MR]

AUDIT THE PENTAGON ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

AUGUSTA, GA

Remarks in House

Augusta University: tribute to Georgia Legislative Internship Program student participants, H2416 [4MR]

AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Georgia Legislative Internship Program: tribute to student participants, H2416 [4MR]

AUKER, KENDRA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H696 [13JA]

AURORA, IL

Bills and resolutions

Henry Pratt Co.: express condolences to families and victims of shooting and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Remarks in House

Hicks, Peggy: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E183 [4MR]

McGowan, Johnny: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E189 [4MR]

AUSTIN, PERRY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S574 [11FE]

AUSTIN, TX

Remarks in House

Crime: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

AUSTRALIA, COMMONWEALTH OF

Bills and resolutions

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S335–S338 [28JA]

Remarks in House

Crime: express condolences to victims of mass shooting at Bondi Beach, H593 [9JA]

AUTHORS see Literature

AUTOMOBILES see Motor Vehicles

AV SAFETY DATA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

AVIATION

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S261, S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Appointments

U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, S1016 [11MR]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Animals: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Crime: prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA] (see H. Res. 983), H252 [8JA]

——— authorize transfer of certain F–14 Tomcat aircraft to U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission (see S. 3899), S650 [24FE] (see S. 4161), S1544 [23MR]

——— test and certify each automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) out transponder system on Dept. of Defense aircraft operated in U.S. airspace (see H.R. 8072), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

——— authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

——— ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

——— establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

——— extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

——— issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (see H.R. 7240), H1914 [27JA]

——— submit action plan to Congress for advancing deployment of Airborne Collision Avoidance System-X (see H.R. 7239), H1914 [27JA]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

——— provide authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems (see H.R. 7379), H2030 [4FE]

——— reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Taxation: extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2606 [19MR]

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Burns, Mark: Living Legends of Aviation (organization) inductee, H2102 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

——— authorize use of physical or digital copies of certain certificates for certain inspections (H.R. 2247), H2660, H2661 [24MR]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2248–H2257 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

——— study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179 [3MR]

GAO: conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2655–H2657 [24MR]

Hiatt, Steve: Hill AFB, UT, Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

NASA: reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

——— utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA]

Shannon, Slater: Civil Air Patrol General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipient, E180 [3MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Wise County, VA: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49 [16JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Boise, ID: anniversary of Boise Airport, S799 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (S. Res. 591), S355 [28JA]

——— recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

FAA: anniversary of smoking ban on commercial airlines, S670 [25FE]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), S665 [25FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

Queens, NY: express condolences to victims and those affected by collision at LaGuardia Airport, S1527 [23MR]

Senate: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq, S1082 [17MR]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2247) (H. Rept. 119–551), H2529 [16MR]

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 390, Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act, H2241 [23FE]

H.R. 2247, Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act, H2660 [24MR]

H.R. 3410, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, H2661 [24MR]

H.R. 5663, ACPAC Modernization Act, H2657 [24MR]

H.R. 6267, Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act, H2655 [24MR]

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

H.R. 6460, Recreational Drone Empowerment Act, H2659 [24MR]

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. 2503, Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act, H2248–H2253 [23FE]

S. 4123, End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, S1356 [19MR]

S. Res. 519, recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense, S263 [15JA]

S. Res. 591, anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO, S348 [28JA]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

AVIATION CONSUMER PROTECTION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Remarks in House

Extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5663, ACPAC Modernization Act, H2657 [24MR]

AVIATION SUPPLY CHAIN SAFETY AND SECURITY DIGITIZATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6267), H2655–H2657 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6267, provisions, H2655 [24MR]

AVILÉS, MARIO A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E32 [13JA]

AWARDS, MEDALS, PRIZES

Amendments

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Appointments

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (see H.R. 7317), H1948 [2FE]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

SBA: establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Lists

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158 [24FE]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Alcorta, Marisa: Yolo County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Alexander, Abraham: Lone Star Film Festival Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41 [14JA]

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Bagnoli, Dominic: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Blackmon, Bruce N.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58 [20JA]

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

Boeding, Todd: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Brumfield Reed, Voris: Lake County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E267 [25MR]

Burns, Mark: Living Legends of Aviation (organization) inductee, H2102 [10FE]

Cahill, Kevin: NCAA Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Casalena, Mary Jo: National Wild Turkey Federation Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H2636 [24MR]

Cephus, Joe: Evans County, GA, Sheriff’s Office Support Officer of the Year Award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Claysburg, PA: tribute to Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Conner-Miller, Rebecca: Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Dawson, Julie: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Community Champion Award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Delgado, John: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54 [20JA]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

Doleman, Dan, Jr.: Columbus, GA, Holsey Monumental Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church Living Legend Award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Edwards, Gary: Sonoma, CA, Honorary Alcalde award recipient, E266 [25MR]

Equalized Productions, LLC: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Ewers, Dave: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Feingold, Barbara: Zionist Organization of America Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215 [16MR]

Flores, Judy Selk: Guam Council of the Arts and Humanities Lifetime Cultural Contribution Award recipient, H2014 [4FE]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Ford, Kay: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

Garcia, Felix J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Gilbert, Oliver G., III: 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Inc., Congressional Award recipient, E208 [12MR]

Gilchrist, Kate: Emerging Young Artist award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Giraldo-Santiago, Natalia: Council for Opportunity in Education National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160 [24FE]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Glennville, GA: Bland Farms recipient of Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award, H2415 [4MR]

Griess, Gabriel: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

——— National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Hammond, Della: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143 [20FE]

Harn, Barbara: Georgia Hospital Association James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

Harper, Mark: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Harrison, Kenneth A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Hazlewood, Robert: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33 [13JA]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

Hiatt, Steve: Hill AFB, UT, Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

Hicks, Peggy: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Hill, Chris and Deana: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187 [4MR]

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

Iola, KS: Iola High School 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

Jackson, Linda: University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

Johnson, Mark A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56 [20JA]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Keliher, Patrick: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Captain David H. Hart Award recipient, E144 [20FE]

Kellogg, Larry: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36 [13JA]

Kemp, Brian: Safari Club International Governor of the Year award recipient, H2586 [18MR]

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144 [20FE]

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

Lake, George: Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

Lampton, Ellen: National Service Honor award recipient, H2103 [10FE]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

Lee, Kendria: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Emerging Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Lew, Leslie: Napa County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Lewis, Jacob: Eagle Scout Award recipient, E95 [3FE]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

Linson, Dorothy (Ms. Dot): Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizen Honors Award for Service recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Little, Bailey: American FFA Degree award recipient, H2172 [11FE]

Lockwood, David R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Marin, Jhonier D.: Dept. of Defense Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

Marriott, John: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Mazak, Reba Y.: Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119 [9FE]

McCartney, Rob: Nebraska Broadcasters Association Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76 [27JA]

McGowan, Johnny: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Meredith, Miley: Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

Mikeska, Tim: Taylor, TX, Outstanding Citizen of the Year award recipient, E47 [16JA]

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Moore, Ronald F.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53 [20JA]

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

Munson, Don: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Myers, Matthew: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57 [20JA]

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, H2708 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Navab, Mehri: Girl Scouts National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award recipient, H728 [14JA]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), E88 [2FE]

NeSmith, Seth: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero award recipient, H1159 [21JA]

Neville, David: Dept. of State Citizen Diplomat Award recipient, E123 [10FE]

Newton, Eric L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

Ollis, Michael: Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

Orosz, Christine: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Palmersheim, James: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40 [14JA]

Panarese, Melanie: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Parker, Greg: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Peace Corps: award Congressional Gold Medal to Peace Corps volunteers (H.R. 5521), E255 [24MR]

Peeler, Jim: Camden County, NJ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66 [22JA]

Pesek, Richard: Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

Pottinger, Kevin: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

Reyes Larios, Maricarmen: Sonoma County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E270 [25MR]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Round Rock, TX: tribute to Round Rock High School Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49 [16JA]

Scott, Frank: North Carolina Young Farmer of the Year award recipient, H2205 [12FE]

Seiler, Swann: United Way Woman of the Year award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Shannon, Slater: Civil Air Patrol General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipient, E180 [3MR]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Nature Conservancy (organization) Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

Smits, Mark: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34 [13JA]

Snider family: National Beef Quality Assurance Award recipient, H2344 [3MR]

Stafford, Matthew: National Football League Most Valuable Player award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Starlight Distillery (company): San Francisco World Spirits Competition Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Stern, Margi: California 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264 [25MR]

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

Sweet, Bill: Grand Traverse, MI, Area Veterans Coalition Veteran of the Year award recipient, E224 [17MR]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Thacker, Brian M.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Theus, Harold: Florida Career Fire Chief of the Year award recipient, H610 [9JA]

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

Tollefson, Tayla: Miss Spokane (WA) competition winner, E187 [4MR]

Trickett, Cynthia J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55 [20JA]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Uribe, Anthony: Sacramento, CA, Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year award recipient, H1336 [22JA]

Vakos, Alexandra: Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys Distinguished Assistant of the Year award recipient, H910 [15JA]

Valdez, Jose: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Wahlen, George E.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Warrenton, VA: Fauquier Hospital recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

White County, TN: Tennessee Association of Fairs Champion of Champions award recipient, H2609 [19MR]

Williams, Dan: Woodland Park, CO, Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Williams, James L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Williams, Joseph R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Williamsport, PA: tribute to Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Service recipient of National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award, H1968 [3FE]

Wilson, Ryan: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148 [20FE]

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Winslow, Jack: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

Ridder, Jill: Milken Family Foundation Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

Reports filed

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Put America on Commission Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3377, award Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., H1967 [3FE]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

H.R. 7194, award Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery, H1968 [3FE]

H.R. 7211, award Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley, H1967 [3FE]

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

AWE, JUDY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E265 [25MR]

AYETO, JOAQUIN E.

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

AYLER, JOHNNIE M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E11 [7JA]

AZERBAIJAN, REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in House

Russia: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

AZUZA, CA

Remarks in House

Roads and highways: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

BABBITT, ASHLI

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (see S. 4126), S1090 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Defense: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (S. 4126), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

BABIN, BRIAN (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: direct Inspector General to investigate payment increases under certain programs (see H.R. 6881), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2421 [4MR]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2421 [4MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H2221 [12FE]

——— close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2473 [5MR]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H2421 [4MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1352 [22JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Taxation: modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H1922 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

NASA: reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

NASA: reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H1922 [30JA]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (H.R. 7813), H2472 [5MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: by, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

Remarks

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2242, H2243 [23FE]

——— utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), E225• [17MR]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Tributes

Ramos, Sergio, E188• [4MR]

BABY OBSERVATION (BO’S) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

BACKON, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2427 [5MR]

BACON, DON (a Representative from Nebraska)

Amendments

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Amor, Nicole M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1950 [2FE]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H1950 [2FE]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Coady, Declan J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Crime: penalize false communications to cause emergency response (see H.R. 286), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow individuals with drug offenses to receive benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5223), H2236 [20FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see H.R. 1538), H2235 [20FE]

——— remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (see H.R. 1011), H2711 [25MR]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide for inclusion of names of crew members of U.S.S. Frank E. Evans killed on June 3, 1969, on Vietnam Veterans Memorial (see H.R. 5945), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care (see H.R. 2767), H2531 [16MR]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2474 [5MR]

——— modernize physician, physician assistant, and nurse practitioner utilization requirements (see H.R. 5199), H2531 [16MR]

——— permit some teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while earning child development associate credentials (see H.R. 336), H2598 [18MR]

——— promote screenings for liver diseases in newborns (see H.R. 5355), H13 [6JA]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2236 [20FE]

——— publish physical activity recommendations (see H.R. 6121), H895 [14JA]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2484 [12MR]

——— reauthorize public health and bio-preparedness workforce loan repayment program (see H.R. 4445), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligible activities under Continuum of Care Program to include payments to furniture banks to provide household furnishings to families transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing (see H.R. 6477), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of State: submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2334 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: include affordable housing incentives in certain capital investment grants (see H.R. 4576), H2236 [20FE]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds for procurement of certain vehicles and vehicle technologies produced or provided by entities based in certain countries (see H.R. 4361), H2259 [23FE]

——— update requirements to qualify for special rule relating to project costs for airports in economically distressed communities (see H.R. 6448), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve collection and analysis of data regarding certain suicides by veterans (see H.R. 6000), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

——— regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

——— modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H657 [12JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see H.R. 4032), H2259 [23FE]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Federal employees: appropriate funds for pay and allowances of excepted Federal employees for periods of work performed during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 5801), H2188 [11FE]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign trade: permanently provide privilege of de minimis treatment to importation into customs territory of U.S. of articles originating from certain territories (see H.R. 5960), H253 [8JA]

Health: modernize prescription verification process for contact lenses and clarify consumer protections regarding false advertising of contact lenses (see H.R. 4282), H135 [7JA]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2677 [24MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Immigration: establish new nonimmigrant category for alien relatives of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents seeking to enter U.S. temporarily for family purposes (see H.R. 6670), H136 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Khork, Cody A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

Law enforcement officers: ensure ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters (see H.R. 1443), H2370 [3MR]

Marzan, Robert M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Medicare: limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2598 [18MR]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see H.R. 7336), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2225 [13FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions relative to Polisario Front (see H.R. 4119), H2370 [3MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2236 [20FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H1916 [27JA]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H2370 [3MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see H. Res. 564), H2236 [20FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Schools: reduce losses of life through better school safety standards and responses (see H.R. 6809), H2623 [19MR]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

——— review and simplify processes, forms, and communications for family caregivers to assist individuals in establishing eligibility, enrolling in, and maintaining benefits under certain Federal aid programs (see H.R. 2491), H2421 [4MR]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H949 [20JA]

——— allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see H.R. 138), H2370 [3MR]

——— create tax credit for nurse preceptors (see H.R. 392), H2297 [24FE]

——— modernize health savings accounts (see H.R. 548), H2297 [24FE]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2188 [11FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H1923 [30JA]

Tietjens, Noah L.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2033 [4FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: reauthorize Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund (see H.R. 3858), H2677 [24MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (H.R. 7419), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (H.R. 7090), H920 [15JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1986 [4FE]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

National Women’s History Month: observance, E229•, E231• [18MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Tributes

Anthony, Mara J., H1986 [4FE]

Banks, Earsul, IV, H1986 [4FE]

Conley, Fred, H1986 [4FE]

Council, Brenda, H1986 [4FE]

DeGunia, Darrold D., E234• [18MR]

Flood, Patrick, H106 [7JA]

Ragland, Beth, H1986 [4FE]

Stennis-Williams, LaVon, E231• [18MR]

Thomas, Ruth Patrick, E229• [18MR]

BAD BUNNY see Martinez Ocasio, Benito A. (Bad Bunny)

BAGNOLI, DOMINIC

Remarks in House

Jackson Township, OH: EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

BAHRAIN, KINGDOM OF

Remarks in Senate

Public demonstrations: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

BAI, MAUREEN

Poems

‘‘Page’s Pledge (and Other Senate Confessions)’’, S265 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

BAILEY, SARA

Remarks in Senate

Office of National Drug Control Policy: nomination to be Director, S24 [6JA]

BAIR, WILLIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E246 [19MR]

BAIRD, DANISE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2378 [4MR]

BAIRD, JAMES R. (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2259 [23FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2371 [3MR]

——— ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2474 [5MR]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H2188 [11FE]

Foreign aid: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2371 [3MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H1173 [21JA]

NSF: provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

Power resources: include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (see H.R. 7080), H893 [14JA]

State Justice Institute: establish State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center (see H.R. 4602), H2484 [12MR]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2236 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of State: evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA]

——— delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (H.R. 7024), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (H.R. 8036), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of State: evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (H.R. 8036), H2676 [24MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (H.R. 7936), H2530 [16MR]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, E9• [7JA], E15• [8JA], E170• [26FE], E231• [18MR]

Tributes

Deckard, Phil, H2685 [25MR]

Koval, Seth R., H2549 [17MR]

Low, Philip, H2685 [25MR]

Myers, Catherine, H2685 [25MR]

Root, Joe, H2685 [25MR]

BAKER, CALVIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H108 [7JA]

BAKER, ELLA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2207 [12FE]

BAKER, STEWART

Appointments

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Reform Commission, S914 [9MR]

BAKERSFIELD, CA

Remarks in House

Hall Ambulance Service, Inc.: anniversary, E97 [3FE]

BALANCE THE SCALES ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

BALANCED BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

BALDERSON, TROY (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1923 [30JA]

EPA: exclude certain units of facilities from definition of solid waste incineration unit (see H.R. 6566), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide interim permit to owner or operator of critical energy resource facility that is subject to final approval (see H.R. 3059), H2711 [25MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1916 [27JA]

Flag—U.S.: require American flags displayed on Federal property or procured by Federal agencies to be manufactured completely in U.S. from U.S. materials (see H.R. 1421), H2221 [12FE]

GAO: conduct study on disbursement process for certain small business loans (see H.R. 6600), H1916 [27JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2677 [24MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2097 [9FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2032 [4FE]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see H.R. 7257), H1950 [2FE]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (H.R. 7523), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, H2584• [18MR]

Tributes

Koval, Seth R., H2667 [24MR]

BALDWIN, TAMMY (a Senator from Wisconsin)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S840 [4MR], S897 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S379 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S731 [2MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 116), S1444 [20MR] (see S.J. Res. 117), S1484 [21MR] (see S.J. Res. 118), S1207 [18MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S90 [7JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish grant program to address forestry workforce development needs (see S. 1336), S732 [2MR]

——— establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see S. 3448), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S732 [2MR]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S130 [12JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S535 [9FE]

——— extend increased dependency and indemnity compensation paid to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (see S. 749), S258 [15JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S50 [6JA]

Food: improve safety of infant formula through testing for microorganisms and toxic elements (see S. 272), S162 [13JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S1010 [11MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Health Care Provider Protection Act: reauthorize (see S. 266), S470 [3FE]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S1368 [19MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S535 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see S. Res. 236), S709 [26FE]

Securities: postpone date of payment or satisfaction upon redemption of certain securities in cases of financial exploitation of specified adults (see S. 2840), S959 [10MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Taxation: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see S. 2022), S1010 [11MR]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see S. 997), S1443 [20MR]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S882 [5MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S707 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR]

FDA: set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S79 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S737 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1575 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1188 [18MR]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S150 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S412 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S991 [11MR]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S991 [11MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S991 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S328 [28JA], S991 [11MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S412 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S328 [28JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S328 [28JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S150 [13JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S328 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S79 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S328 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S737 [2MR], S1188 [18MR], S1575 [24MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S79 [7JA]

Tributes

Campbell, Julius, S914 [9MR]

Deutsch, Jo E., S87 [7JA]

Feigin, Peter, S252 [15JA]

Franklin, LaMarr, S702 [26FE]

Frautschi, Walter J. (Jerry), S702 [26FE]

Harlan, Bob, S914 [9MR]

BALINT, BECCA (a Representative from Vermont)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1923 [30JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: restore and affirm constitutional prerogative and responsibility under article I of Constitution (see H.R. 5249), H2229 [17FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify limitations on amounts of farm ownership loans and operating loans (see H.R. 1991), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2259 [23FE]

——— prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: authorize loan repayment program for mental health professionals (see H.R. 6672), H2422 [4MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish program to provide grants to eligible recipients for eligible operating support costs of public transportation and associated capital improvements (see H.R. 3449), H135 [7JA]

——— produce and distribute national public safety messaging campaign on dangers of illegal passing of school buses (see H.R. 2348), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Elections: improve procedures and requirements relative to election mail (see H.R. 4915), H2712 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H1976 [3FE]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— modernize business of selling firearms and address gun trafficking through regulation of Federal firearms licensees (see H.R. 2618), H2032 [4FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Health: prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2677 [24MR]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2371 [3MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2677 [24MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H2033 [4FE]

——— provide coverage of medical nutrition therapy for individuals with eating disorders (see H.R. 2495), H135 [7JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H949 [20JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: increase access to services provided by advanced practice registered nurses (see H.R. 1317), H2259 [23FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H949 [20JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H2236 [20FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: modify and clarify certain notice and election requirements relative to provision of election materials in certain languages (see H.R. 4917), H2712 [25MR]

——— remove barriers to ability of unhoused individuals to register to vote and vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 4914), H2712 [25MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (H.R. 7277), H1922 [30JA]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (H.R. 7394), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H6 [6JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H126 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2019 [4FE]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H2607 [19MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1940 [2FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H126 [7JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H648 [12JA], H2015, H2019 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

Tributes

Rahman, Aliya, H2015 [4FE]

BALLARD, DUB

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2379 [4MR]

BALTIC SECURITY ASSESSMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Texts of

S. 4139, provisions, S1207 [18MR]

BALTIC STATES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Estonia: independence anniversary, S657 [25FE]

Kosovo: independence anniversary, S691 [26FE]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

BALTIMORE, MD

Bills and resolutions

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Homeland Security: treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H1990 [4FE]

BANALES, FRANK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H604 [9JA]

BANGLADESH, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Genocide: anniversary (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

BANK HOLDING COMPANY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

BANK SECRECY ACT

Reports filed

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

BANK-FINTECH PARTNERSHIP ENHANCEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

BANKRUPTCY

Bills and resolutions

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Government regulations: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Remarks in House

Courts: modify compensation payable to trustees serving in cases under chapter 7 and extend term of certain temporary offices of bankruptcy judges (S. 3424), H626–H628 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Government regulations: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S766 [3MR], S769 [4MR]

Texts of

S. 3424, Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act, H627 [12JA]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

BANKRUPTCY ADMINISTRATION IMPROVEMENT ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 3424), H626–H628 [12JA]

Texts of

S. 3424, provisions, H627 [12JA]

BANKS see Financial Institutions

BANKS, EARSUL, IV

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1986 [4FE]

BANKS, JIM (a Senator from Indiana)

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S121 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see S. 2343), S1581 [24MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see S. 2376), S1581 [24MR]

——— make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see S. 167), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S883 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S379 [29JA]

——— modify Precision Medicine for Veterans Initiative (see S. 800), S1615 [25MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (see S. 593), S220 [14JA]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see S. 2858), S90 [7JA]

FDA: establish additional authorities regarding conduct of pediatric investigations of molecularly targeted drugs to treat cancer (see S. 3302), S258 [15JA]

——— improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S1010 [11MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S1368 [19MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S162 [13JA]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Iran: promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S708 [26FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see S. Res. 547), S579 [11FE]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see S. 2761), S258 [15JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see S. 405), S220 [14JA]

Small business: establish additional criteria for determining when employers may join together in groups or associations of employers that will be treated as employer for purposes of sponsoring group health plan (see S. 1847), S578 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of State: prohibit provision of U.S. financial assistance to any entity that is controlled by agent of covered foreign principal (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (S. Res. 617), S716 [26FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S537 [9FE]

Congressional Record: correction, S715 [26FE]

Dept. of HHS: issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (S. 921), S459 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S529 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1065 [17MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (S. Res. 621), S716 [26FE]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S506 [5FE]

Rare Disease Day: designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

Senate: legislative program, S473 [3FE], S529, S537 [9FE], S717 [26FE]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (S. Res. 581), S473 [3FE]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, S714 [26FE]

BANNING EVENT TRADING ON SENSITIVE OPERATIONS AND FEDERAL FUNCTIONS (BETS OFF) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

BARBER, BRIAN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

BARCODE AUTOMATION FOR REVENUE COLLECTION TO ORGANIZE DISBURSEMENT AND ENHANCE EFFICIENCY (BARCODE) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

BAREFOOT, DAN

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2044 [9FE]

BARNES, JASMINE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E211 [12MR]

BARNHARDT, DENIELLE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E140 [17FE]

BARR, ANDY (a Representative from Kentucky)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Credit: restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend certain regulations to clarify that livestock auction owners may have interest in small meat packing businesses (see H.R. 1648), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: issue standards relative to chip security mechanisms for integrated circuit products (see H.R. 3447), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: print $250 Federal Reserve notes featuring portrait of Donald J. Trump (see H.R. 1761), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (see H.R. 4642), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: exempt certain livestock hauling vehicles from regulations relating to hours of service and electronic logging devices (see H.R. 4500), H2598 [18MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H253 [8JA]

——— provide Members of Congress with real-time access to updated information about Federal awards and payments made to individual recipients of Federal assistance and Federal employees (see H.R. 3733), H656 [12JA]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2531 [16MR]

FERC: prohibit allocation of costs for certain electric transmission facilities to consumers in State where public officials did not expressly consent to transmission facility (see H.R. 6336), H616 [9JA]

——— prohibit retirements of baseload electric generating units in area that is served by regional transmission organization or independent system operator and is categorized as high risk of supply shortfalls (see H.R. 3843), H616 [9JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Health: protect access to genetically targeted technologies (see H.R. 1672), H2628 [20MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see H.R. 3497), H949 [20JA]

Immigration: prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H136 [7JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2334 [26FE]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2188 [11FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2477 [9MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: expand ability to expense certain qualified productions (see H.R. 4840), H925 [16JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (see H.R. 7588), H2227 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: direct FDIC and National Credit Union Administration to establish emergency transaction account guarantee programs (see H.R. 8075), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see H.R. 7484), H2185 [11FE]

FRS: index statutory thresholds (see H.R. 7056), H892 [14JA]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (H.R. 7588), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (H.R. 7759), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: direct FDIC and National Credit Union Administration to establish emergency transaction account guarantee programs (H.R. 8075), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (H.R. 7758), H2369 [3MR]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (H.R. 7484), H2187 [11FE]

FRS: index statutory thresholds (H.R. 7056), H894 [14JA]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (H.R. 7026), H718 [13JA]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (H.R. 7644), H2258 [23FE]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (H.R. 7485), H2187 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (H.R. 7897), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2406 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2090 [9FE]

Financial institutions: require appropriate Federal banking agencies to establish phase-in period for de novo financial institutions to comply with Federal capital standards and provide relief for de novo rural community banks, H2090 [9FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H1160 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2406 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2169• [11FE]

Tributes

Dale, Tatum E., H1343 [22JA]

Parker, Lorrie A., E180• [3MR]

BARR, WILLIAM P.

Remarks in Senate

Mueller, Robert S., III: characterization as Attorney General of summary letter on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

BARRAGÁN, NANETTE DIAZ (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CDC: reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2097 [9FE]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H2474 [5MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H719 [13JA]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2236 [20FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2033 [4FE]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H895 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H2221 [12FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: limit transfer of defense articles and defense services (see H.R. 3565), H2236 [20FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2097 [9FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H922 [15JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2032 [4FE]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2330 [25FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: increase limitation on qualified first-time homebuyers distributions (see H.R. 3526), H2484 [12MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Families and domestic relations: recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Commerce: conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (H.R. 7151), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (H.R. 6957), H135 [7JA]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (H.R. 7152), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (H.R. 7057), H894 [14JA]

Remarks

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2104 [10FE]

Votes: position on missed, E105• [4FE]

BARRASSO, JOHN (a Senator from Wyoming)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S918 [9MR]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S273 [20JA], S401 [30JA]

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children due to Down syndrome (see S. 205), S1047 [12MR]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S882 [5MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (see S. 1748), S345 [28JA]

Congress: oppose spending on earmarks (see S. Res. 517), S1048 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: assess cybersecurity threats to, and vulnerabilities in, agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector and provide recommendations to enhance their security and resilience (see S. 754), S1010 [11MR]

Dept. of Education: expand Federal Pell Grant Program eligibility to short-term job training programs (see S. 383), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

Employment: allow private sector employers to offer employees the choice between cash wages and compensatory time for overtime hours worked (see S. 1158), S959 [10MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S1615 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S1206 [18MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: condemn suppression of right of Iranians to peacefully assemble (see S. Res. 606), S611 [12FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc.: prohibit funding (see S. 177), S1368 [19MR]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see S. 2461), S534 [9FE]

——— repeal firearm transfer tax (see S. 1224), S1368 [19MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S291 [27JA] (see S. 3752), S510 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Lists

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Wyrulec Co. leadership, S1442 [20MR]

Motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S1004 [11MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S401 [30JA]

Remarks

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S743 [3MR], S771 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S64 [7JA]

Bureau of Prisons: require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, unanimous-consent request, S1352 [19MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (S. Res. 585), S263 [15JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143 [13JA]

——— Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA]

Committee to escort President Trump into House chamber: authority to appoint, S625 [23FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE], S1020 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of Defense: recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S973 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S477 [4FE], S499 [5FE], S694 [26FE], S743 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S541 [10FE], S589 [12FE], S857 [5MR], S1020, S1026 [12MR], S1161 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1566 [24MR], S1592 [25MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S477 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S449 [3FE], S499 [5FE], S541 [10FE], S589 [12FE], S694 [26FE], S1422 [20MR], S1592 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S1004 [11MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1055 [16MR], S1061 [17MR], S1160 [18MR], S1312, S1351 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S415 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S359 [29JA]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Gibson, Anna: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S694 [26FE], S1020 [12MR], S1161 [18MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (S. Res. 644), S1058 [16MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S227 [15JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (S. Res. 629), S1058 [16MR]

Johnson, Breezy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Kauf, Jaelin: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1565 [24MR]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S142 [13JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1421 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

National Day of Play: designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (S. Res. 626), S851 [4MR]

Olympic Games: tribute to Wyoming participants, S661 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S102 [8JA], S303 [28JA]

Parliamentary inquiry, S1508 [22MR]

Point of order, S415 [30JA], S1508 [22MR]

Presidential appointments: nominations considered and confirmed en bloc, S796 [4MR]

Senate: legislative program, S264 [15JA], S487 [4FE], S626 [23FE], S851 [4MR], S1053, S1058 [16MR], S1459 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1523 [22MR]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (S. Res. 584), S263 [15JA]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S188 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S227 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S449 [3FE], S499 [5FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S742 [3MR], S771 [4MR], S946 [10MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S659 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S64 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1055 [16MR], S1061 [17MR], S1160 [18MR], S1312, S1351 [19MR]

Wyrulec Co.: anniversary, S1442 [20MR]

Texts of

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 3965, EDA Short Form Application Act, S764 [3MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

Tributes

Calvert, Ruby, S287 [27JA]

Keyser, McKinley, S287 [27JA]

Norment, Alice, S756 [3MR]

Penske, Roger S., S624 [23FE]

Sheehan, Patrick, S1442 [20MR]

BARRETT, TOM (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2531 [16MR]

Budget: establish budgetary level reduction schedule (see H.R. 143), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2370 [3MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of HUD: publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (see H.R. 2840), H1923 [30JA]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H1950 [2FE]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirement to test drivers of commercial motor vehicles for English proficiency (see H.R. 3608), H2598 [18MR]

——— amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2598 [18MR]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2098 [9FE]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H2236 [20FE]

Insurance: provide that rule entitled ‘‘Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance and Independent, Noncoordinated Excepted Benefits Coverage’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 379), H2330 [25FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H1950 [2FE]

Pharmaceuticals: reduce prescription drug prices by aligning U.S. prices with international benchmarks (see H.R. 3493), H2297 [24FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H949 [20JA]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H2297 [24FE]

Supreme Court: constitutional amendment to require Supreme Court be composed of nine Justices (see H.J. Res. 28), H949 [20JA]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow individuals only enrolled in Medicare Part A to contribute to health savings accounts (see H.R. 6577), H2229 [17FE]

——— allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2711 [25MR]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2188 [11FE]

——— increase limitation on qualified first-time homebuyers distributions (see H.R. 3526), H2032 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Courts: constitutional amendment to limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (see H.J. Res. 145), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Defense: test and certify each automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) out transponder system on Dept. of Defense aircraft operated in U.S. airspace (see H.R. 8072), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

Dept. of HUD: report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure first-time homebuyers have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 7753), H2368 [3MR]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for housing loans to members of Reserve components and National Guard who perform certain duties (see H.R. 7009), H655 [12JA]

——— make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (see H.R. 7083), H918 [15JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

FAA: revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (see H.R. 7240), H1914 [27JA]

——— submit action plan to Congress for advancing deployment of Airborne Collision Avoidance System-X (see H.R. 7239), H1914 [27JA]

Insurance: provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

Taxation: establish tax-advantaged homeowner savings accounts (see H.R. 7756), H2368 [3MR]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (H.R. 7167), H1172 [21JA]

Courts: constitutional amendment to limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (H.J. Res. 145), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Defense: test and certify each automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) out transponder system on Dept. of Defense aircraft operated in U.S. airspace (H.R. 8072), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (H.R. 7860), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of HUD: report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (H.R. 7755), H2369 [3MR]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure first-time homebuyers have priority access to foreclosed homes (H.R. 7753), H2369 [3MR]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (H.R. 7754), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for housing loans to members of Reserve components and National Guard who perform certain duties (H.R. 7009), H655 [12JA]

——— make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (H.R. 7083), H920 [15JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (H.R. 7196), H1351 [22JA]

FAA: revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (H.R. 7240), H1915 [27JA]

——— submit action plan to Congress for advancing deployment of Airborne Collision Avoidance System-X (H.R. 7239), H1915 [27JA]

Insurance: provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (H.R. 7861), H2476 [9MR]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (H.J. Res. 141), H1173 [21JA]

Taxation: establish tax-advantaged homeowner savings accounts (H.R. 7756), H2369 [3MR]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (H.R. 7349), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks

World Hearing Day: observance, E176• [3MR]

BARRIER, PHILLIP

Remarks in House

Tribute, E84 [30JA]

BARTH, WAYNE

Remarks in House

Georgia Hospital Association: Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

BARTH SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

BASKARAN, GRACELIN

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

BASKETTE, WES

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

BASS, KEITH

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Defense: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Health Affairs, S17 [5JA]

BATES-CHAMBERLAIN, CIERA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2264 [24FE]

BATTERTON, LARRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1127 [21JA]

BATTS, KEVIN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S268 [15JA]

BAUMGARTNER, MICHAEL (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Courts: protect legal proceedings from manipulation and provide for transparency and oversight of third-party beneficiaries in civil actions (see H.R. 7015), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of State: establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H2236 [20FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2598 [18MR]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2221 [12FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

NCAA: support proposal by Mike Leach to reform structure and governance of Football Bowl Subdivision postseason to protect opportunity, sustainability, and fair competition in major college football (see H. Res. 1011), H948 [20JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (H.R. 8037), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (H.R. 7058), H894 [14JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2406 [4MR]

Congress: tribute to tradition of gifting baby chick painting to Washington (State) newest congressional delegation member, H105 [7JA]

Dept. of Defense: tribute to military recruiters, H2267 [24FE]

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H687 [13JA]

Driver family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Eastern Washington University: tribute to adaptive athletics program, H667 [13JA]

Elk, WA: tribute to North County Food Pantry, H668 [13JA]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H622 [12JA]

Gonzaga University: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2374 [4MR]

Lindsey family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

National Agriculture Week: observance, H2536 [17MR]

Native Americans: anniversary of Spokane Tribe of Indians, H1981 [4FE]

Spokane, WA; tribute to Lunar New Year celebration, H2268 [24FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2406 [4MR]

University of Idaho: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Walla Walla, WA: tribute to Walla Walla High School 1984 girls’ basketball team, H1981 [4FE]

Washington (State): condemn wealth tax proposal, H1127 [21JA]

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

World Pulses Day: observance, H2104 [10FE]

Tributes

Batterton, Larry, H1127 [21JA]

Blood, Kimberlynn, H2536 [17MR]

Elliott, Joshua, H2267 [24FE]

Jenkin, Reece, H2104 [10FE]

Moore, Kirby, H106 [7JA]

Savino, Ariana G., H2536 [17MR]

Swim, Mike, H2682 [25MR]

Torres, Kellsey, H667 [13JA]

Tully, J. Patrick, H2104 [10FE]

BAUMGARTNER, ROBERT (REX)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1345 [22JA]

BAXTER, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

BAY AREA RIDGE NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL FEASIBILITY STUDY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA]

BAYER AG

Remarks in House

Political ethics: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

BEACHES related term(s) Coastal Zones

Bills and resolutions

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR] (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks in House

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 659, American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, S1546 [23MR]

BEAL, PAUL, JR.

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

BEAL, PAUL, SR.

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

BEAN, AARON (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1352 [22JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Coins: make certain technical corrections to facilitate lawful trade and collecting of numismatic materials (see H.R. 595), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H656 [12JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2551 [17MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Housing: remove requirement on lessors to provide thirty day notice to vacate (see H.R. 1078), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2677 [24MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2221 [12FE]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2119 [10FE]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H894 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicare: increase penalties for health care fraud (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

Taxation: expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: increase penalties for health care fraud (H.R. 7569), H2225 [13FE]

Taxation: expand eligibility for health savings accounts (H.R. 7681), H2329 [25FE]

Remarks

City Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H218 [8JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H636 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2148 [11FE]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Meredith, Miley: Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H218 [8JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H1160 [21JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2148 [11FE]

Tributes

Biles, Elijah, E224• [17MR]

Leeper, Joe, H2238 [23FE]

Womble, Hazel, H1985 [4FE]

BEASLEY, MISTY

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

BEATTY, JOYCE (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Advisory Council To Support Victims of Gun Violence: establish (see H.R. 2837), H719 [13JA]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Angst, Curtis J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Azerbaijan: provide for review of sanctions (see H.R. 5369), H2236 [20FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: provide flexibility and funding for World Trade Center Health Program (see H.R. 1410), H1922 [30JA]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H949 [20JA]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H656 [12JA]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H656 [12JA]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H616 [9JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

——— provide abortion care, counseling, and related services and medication to certain individuals who receive health care through Dept. (see H.R. 4876), H1173 [21JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1173 [21JA]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal employees: provide pay equality and more accurate computation of retirement benefits for certain firefighters employed by Federal Government (see H.R. 759), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H1923 [30JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit application of restrictive eligibility requirements to foreign nongovernmental organizations based on provision of certain health services (see H.R. 764), H1352 [22JA]

Freedom of religion: ensure laws intended to protect religious freedom do not infringe upon laws intended to protect civil rights (see H.R. 1954), H1949 [2FE]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (see H.R. 846), H1173 [21JA]

——— sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: express that every person has basic right to emergency health care, including abortion care (see H. Res. 238), H1173 [21JA]

——— prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2484 [12MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H616 [9JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2097 [9FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Klinner, John A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Koval, Seth R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (see H.R. 1269), H2032 [4FE]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H949 [20JA]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see H.R. 4231), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H949 [20JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2236 [20FE]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Pruitt, Ashley B.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Savino, Ariana G.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Simmons, Tyler H.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2188 [11FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2221 [12FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2485 [12MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

American Heart Month: designate (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve accountability and training for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7785), H2419 [4MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (H.R. 8038), H2676 [24MR]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (H.R. 7417), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve accountability and training for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (H.R. 7785), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2087, H2088, H2089 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance, H2011 [4FE], H2087, H2088, H2089 [9FE]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2079 [9FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2072, H2074 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H728 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074, H2076 [9FE]

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H728 [14JA]

——— review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2077, H2078 [9FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H2089 [9FE]

Tributes

Earley, Charity Adams, H2088 [9FE]

Parks, Rosa, H2011 [4FE]

Warner, John J., H648 [12JA]

BEAUMONT, MS

Bills and resolutions

Jeremy Malone Post Office: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

BEAUMONT, TX

Remarks in House

Petroleum: anniversary of Spindletop oil field, H595 [9JA]

BEDFORD, TX

Remarks in House

Bedford Heights School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219 [16MR]

BEDFORD COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

Snider family: National Beef Quality Assurance Award recipient, H2344 [3MR]

BEENIE MAN (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Beenie Man (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E173 [3MR]

BEGICH, NICHOLAS J., III (a Representative from Alaska)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H1173 [21JA]

Budget: provide that any estimate prepared by CBO or Committee on Taxation (Joint) shall include costs relative to servicing public debt (see H.R. 991), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office to treat illicit fentanyl as weapon of mass destruction (see H.R. 128), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of State: enter into negotiations with Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office to rename its office ‘‘Taiwan Representative Office’’ (see H.R. 3180), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— modify commercial motor vehicle operator testing requirements to mandate English language proficiency (see H.R. 6233), H2370 [3MR]

——— update requirements to qualify for special rule relating to project costs for airports in economically distressed communities (see H.R. 6448), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct physician or nurse practitioner employed by Dept., to certify death of veteran not later than 48 hours after learning of such death (see H.R. 4398), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish Blast Overpressure Task Force (see H.R. 6444), H2259 [23FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

——— limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see H.R. 4146), H2225 [13FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H2188 [11FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1977 [3FE]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal firefighters: provide hazard pay for carrying out prescribed burns (see H.R. 5091), H135 [7JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1923 [30JA]

Financial institutions: provide more loan flexibility to credit unions and expand homeownership access (see H.R. 1791), H2370 [3MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2371 [3MR]

Foreign trade: restrict export of U.S. intellectual property and sensitive information relative to synthetic biology to foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 6624), H2370 [3MR]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2485 [12MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H1173 [21JA]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2473 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income payments from funds established by State for purposes of welfare of individual residents of such State (see H.R. 7760), H2368 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (H.R. 6939), H12 [6JA]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (H.R. 7350), H2031 [4FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income payments from funds established by State for purposes of welfare of individual residents of such State (H.R. 7760), H2369 [3MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H923 [16JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H923 [16JA]

Remarks

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2351 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2659 [24MR]

BELABRE, BIANCA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E139 [17FE]

BELGIUM, KINGDOM OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S878–S880 [5MR]

BELL, WESLEY (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Advisory Council To Support Victims of Gun Violence: establish (see H.R. 2837), H253 [8JA]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2623 [19MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H656 [12JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: restore access to curricula, books, and other learning materials at schools operated by Dept. of Defense Education Activity (see H.R. 5527), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— support elementary and secondary schools and condemn any actions that would defund public education or weaken or dismantle Dept. (see H. Res. 94), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2098 [9FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— protect consumers from price-gouging of residential rental and sale prices (see H.R. 3214), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: ensure that commodities procured for purpose of foreign assistance are made available to intended beneficiaries before such commodities expire (see H.R. 4516), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal employees: provide hiring preference to certain career Federal employees involuntarily removed from civil service (see H.R. 3093), H2370 [3MR]

——— reduce duration of probationary periods under initial appointments for Federal employees (see H.R. 3094), H2370 [3MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

——— restrict possession of gas-operated semi-automatic weapons (see H.R. 2790), H2119 [10FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Homeless: provide path to end homelessness (see H.R. 4872), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H1352 [22JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H2484 [12MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2598 [18MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H949 [20JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Public Schools Week: designate (see H. Res. 159), H895 [14JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2229 [17FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Crime: establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

FEMA: submit monthly report on status of all projects and activities funded through Disaster Relief Fund (see H.R. 7461), H2118 [10FE]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— extend and expand work opportunity credit (see H.R. 7998), H2620 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (H.R. 7746), H2336 [2MR]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (H.R. 7197), H1351 [22JA]

Crime: establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (H.R. 7814), H2472 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (H.R. 7323), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (H.R. 7395), H2041 [5FE]

FEMA: submit monthly report on status of all projects and activities funded through Disaster Relief Fund (H.R. 7461), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (H.R. 7570), H2225 [13FE]

——— extend and expand work opportunity credit (H.R. 7998), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2208 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2146 [11FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1971 [3FE]

Votes: position on missed, H1938• [2FE], H2287• [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2146 [11FE]

Tributes

Bufford, Arlydia, H909 [15JA]

Finch, Lakeshia, H909 [15JA]

Freeman, Frankie M., H2208 [12FE]

Pelton, Kimberly, H909 [15JA]

Price, Wiley, H2013 [4FE]

Reed, Gwen (Mama), H2307 [25FE]

BELTON, BESSIE L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E93 [3FE]

BENDER, BOB

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2176 [11FE]

BENNET, MICHAEL F. (a Senator from Colorado)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S615 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1235 [18MR], S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S139 [12JA], S165, S175 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA], S384, S385, S386, S391 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: direct Agricultural Research Service to expand organic research (see S. 1385), S1615 [25MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR]

——— establish Strengthening Local Food Security Program (see S. 2338), S1580 [24MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S732 [2MR]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S959 [10MR]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S1011 [11MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S346 [28JA]

——— furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see S. 3209), S471 [3FE]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see S. 2858), S90 [7JA]

——— prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see S. 3279), S471 [3FE]

FTC: establish duties to require online service providers to protect user data and prohibit use of user data to their detriment (see S. 3570), S1443 [20MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S16 [5JA]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1369 [19MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1048 [12MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see S. Res. 547), S960 [10MR]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see S. 844), S1368 [19MR]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see S. 463), S130 [12JA]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see S. 3513), S732 [2MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1368 (see S. 4127), S1369 [19MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: prohibit States from removing registrants from list of eligible voters unless they verify that registrants are ineligible to vote in Federal elections (see S. 2994), S116 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

GAO: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

Space Force: submit feasibility report on expanding Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender (see S. 4201), S1614 [25MR]

Venezuela: prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR]

Letters

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Colorado resident, S241 [15JA]

——— Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

——— Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

Lists

Statements supporting H.R. 131, Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, S240 [15JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S84 [7JA]

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), S238, S241 [15JA]

——— make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, S107 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S369 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1352, S1353, S1355 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S238, S240 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S369 [29JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S367–S369 [29JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S368 [29JA]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238, S240 [15JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S367–S369 [29JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S84 [7JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S84 [7JA]

Votes: position on missed, S756 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1352, S1353, S1355 [19MR]

BENNETT, HOWARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2173 [11FE]

BENNETT, HUNTER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2208 [12FE], H2652 [24MR]

BENNETT, JAMES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H611 [9JA]

BENSON, ANDREW

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

BENTON, MEGAN BLAIR

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S434 [2FE], S481 [4FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

BENTZ, CLIFF (a Representative from Oregon)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2477 [9MR]

Medicare: create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H2097 [9FE]

——— ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H894 [14JA]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2259 [23FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1173 [21JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2259 [23FE]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H2484 [12MR]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (H.R. 7862), H2476 [9MR]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (H.R. 7603), H2234 [20FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

BERA, AMI (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Business and industry: support Design for Recycling (DFR) initiatives that limit all types of waste by encouraging manufacturers to design products to have maximum number of recyclable components (see H. Res. 927), H719 [13JA]

California: provide for conservation on Federal lands in Southern California (see H.R. 6783), H2712 [25MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare (see H.R. 5913), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish statewide community eligibility for certain special assistance payments (see H.R. 2402), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure due process rights for physicians before any termination, restriction, or reduction of professional activity or staff privileges of such physicians (see H.R. 3413), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H895 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: authorize affordable housing construction as eligible activity under Community Development Block Grant Program (see H.R. 5077), H2598 [18MR]

——— create hotline to provide eviction-related assistance (see H.R. 5889), H2598 [18MR]

——— designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance (see H.R. 4810), H2598 [18MR]

——— establish competitive grant program supporting affordable housing planning and implementation activities (see H.R. 6768), H2623 [19MR]

——— establish Federal guidelines for point-access block buildings (see H.R. 6345), H2598 [18MR]

——— establish pilot program to improve family self-sufficiency program (see H.R. 4385), H2598 [18MR]

——— modify multifamily loan limits (see H.R. 6132), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide grants to local governments relative to pre-reviewed designs for mixed-income housing (see H.R. 5907), H2474 [5MR]

——— require approval for any Federal manufactured home and safety standards (see H.R. 5263), H2598 [18MR]

——— require public housing agencies to disclose information on contracts (see H.R. 6344), H2598 [18MR]

——— require Sec. of HUD to testify annually before Congress (see H.R. 3774), H2551 [17MR]

——— require that grantees of Community Development Block Grant program maintain database of publicly owned land (see H.R. 6773), H2598 [18MR]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2598 [18MR]

——— update definition of manufactured home (see H.R. 6293), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Depts. of Agriculture, HUD, and Veterans Affairs: submit report on improving collaboration in housing programs (see H.R. 5429), H2677 [24MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects (see H.R. 4989), H2598 [18MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2711 [25MR]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H253 [8JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2221 [12FE]

FHA: establish pilot program to increase access to small-dollar mortgages (see H.R. 6774), H2598 [18MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H719 [13JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

Housing: require Federal monitors and receivers of public housing agencies to testify before Congress (see H.R. 6825), H2551 [17MR]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2221 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: repeal certain provisions relative to nutrition (see H.R. 6088), H1173 [21JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2422 [4MR]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Real estate: require Government-sponsored enterprises to include disclaimer on Uniform Residential Loan Application to increase awareness of Dept. of Veterans Affairs direct and guaranteed home loan programs (see H.R. 2362), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: allow credit to employers who hire individuals through apprenticeship program (see H.R. 3871), H2551 [17MR]

Technology: promote 21st century workforce, authorize grants to support emerging and advanced technology education, and support training and quality employment in industries most impacted by artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 6621), H2551 [17MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— mint coins in commemoration of women who contributed to home front during World War II (see H.R. 429), H135 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (H.R. 7999), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (H.R. 7198), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Dept. of HHS: improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

Sacramento, CA: anniversary of Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, H2205 [12FE]

Uribe, Anthony: Sacramento, CA, Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year award recipient, H1336 [22JA]

BERA FAMILY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2553 [18MR], E143 [20FE]

BERGMAN, JACK (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2711 [25MR]

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: collaborate with various entities and establish grant program to support nurseries and seed orchards (see H.R. 7712), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see H.R. 309), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2297 [24FE]

EPA: prohibit from using assessments generated by Integrated Risk Information System as tier 1 data source in rulemakings and other regulatory actions (see H.R. 1415), H719 [13JA]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H616 [9JA]

Federal firefighters: provide hazard pay for carrying out prescribed burns (see H.R. 5091), H2259 [23FE]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H1173 [21JA]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H616 [9JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2330 [25FE]

SBA: adjust sole-source contract thresholds for service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns (see H.R. 6648), H2033 [4FE]

Taxation: provide special rule for certain casualty losses of uncut timber (see H.R. 262), H253 [8JA]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 4304), H2297 [24FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— clarify and expand authority of Assistant Sec. for Management (see H.R. 7683), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (H.R. 7391), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— clarify and expand authority of Assistant Sec. for Management (H.R. 7683), H2329 [25FE]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (H.R. 7091), H920 [15JA]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (H.R. 7199), H1351 [22JA]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (H.R. 7682), H2329 [25FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (H.R. 7747), H2336 [2MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (H.R. 7815), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

Backon, Robert, H2427 [5MR]

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223• [17MR]

Petoskey, MI: tribute to Petoskey High School steel drum band, E270• [25MR]

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Nature Conservancy (organization) Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36• [13JA]

Sweet, Bill: Grand Traverse, MI, Area Veterans Coalition Veteran of the Year award recipient, E224• [17MR]

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9• [7JA]

Tributes

Falkner, James and Wendy, E225• [17MR]

Gnodtke, William H., E226• [17MR]

Pelissero, Thomas L., H929 [20JA], E61• [21JA]

Wagner, Dennis, E116• [9FE]

BERLETH, KAITLYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E240 [19MR]

BERMAN, LORI

Remarks in House

Tribute, E226 [17MR]

BERRYHILL, A.J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

BESNARD, JOE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E255 [24MR]

BETTER CARE FOR PFAS PATIENTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA]

BETTER LABOR STATISTICS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

BETTIS, PAMELA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2417 [4MR]

BEYER, BRIELLE

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

BEYER, DONALD S., JR. (a Representative from Virginia)

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by, H2309, H2314 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H2221 [12FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Commerce: establish grant program to increase job opportunities for artists and creative professionals and to improve quality and availability of arts facilities and arts-related programming (see H.R. 6165), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H1923 [30JA]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2297 [24FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2298 [24FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2097 [9FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2473 [5MR]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish retreaded tire tax credit and require Federal agencies to consider use of retreaded tires (see H.R. 3401), H2551 [17MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2628 [20MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2118 [10FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Women: express that corporations should commit to utilizing benefits of women in boards of directors and other senior management positions (see H. Res. 1003), H920 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (H.R. 7486), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (H.R. 7278), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (H.R. 7524), H2220 [12FE]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (H.R. 7684), H2329 [25FE]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (H.R. 7351), H2031 [4FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (H.R. 7416), H2096 [9FE]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (H.R. 7937), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (H.R. 7460), H2119 [10FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Letters

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96• [3FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2640 [24MR]

Remarks

Appalachian Mountain Club: anniversary, H2640 [24MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H224 [8JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2255 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2255 [23FE]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H224 [8JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H806 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, E96• [3FE]

Resignations

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2082 [9FE]

Tributes

Smith, William H., E67• [22JA]

BEYER, JUSTYNA M.

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

BEYER, RUSSELL

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

BHUTAN, KINGDOM OF

Bills and resolutions

Human rights: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

BICE, STEPHANIE I. (a Representative from Oklahoma)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: allow for certain fee agreements for services rendered in preparation, presentation, and prosecution of initial claims and supplemental claims for benefits (see H.R. 3132), H2097 [9FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2097 [9FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H657 [12JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (H.R. 7153), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: address workforce gaps (H.R. 8039), H2676 [24MR]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (H.R. 7308), H1949 [2FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (H.R. 7418), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1181 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1189, H1190 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1181 [22JA]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046, H2047, H2048 [9FE]

Tributes

DeBellevue, Charles, H724 [14JA]

BICYCLES

Bills and resolutions

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

BIDEN, JOSEPH R., JR. (46th President of the United States)

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

Lists

Bills enacted into Public Law, 118th Cong., 2d sess., D23–D43 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Administration: evaluation relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

BIFFLE, GREG

Remarks in House

Tribute, H606 [9JA]

BIG HORN COUNTY, MT

Reports filed

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

BIGGS, ANDY (a Representative from Arizona)

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, Breanne Deppisch and Alec Schemmel, FoxNews.com (Internet site), H2571 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2097 [9FE]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see H.R. 8017), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2623 [19MR]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Motor vehicles: clarify regulations to allow installation of pulsating light systems for high-mounted stop lamps (see H.R. 1361), H656 [12JA]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H1173 [21JA]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2033 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H615 [9JA]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H616 [9JA]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (H.R. 7816), H2472 [5MR]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (H.R. 7200), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2560, H2561, H2562, H2563, H2564, H2565, H2567 [18MR]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H796 [14JA]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632, H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H631 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2124 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H796, H798 [14JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H629 [12JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2570, H2571, H2572 [18MR]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H798 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1335 [22JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2124 [11FE]

Tributes

Fedderson, Yvonne, H2173 [11FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H233 [8JA]

BIGGS, SHERI (a Representative from South Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2371 [3MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2677 [24MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: suspend entry of aliens (see H.R. 318), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirement to test drivers of commercial motor vehicles for English proficiency (see H.R. 3608), H2370 [3MR]

——— modify commercial motor vehicle operator testing requirements to mandate English language proficiency (see H.R. 6233), H2370 [3MR]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2485 [12MR]

FDA: add alpha-gal to definition of ‘‘major food allergen’’ (see H.R. 1178), H2711 [25MR]

——— ensure that abortion-inducing drugs bear label identifying name and address of dispenser and name of prescriber (see H.R. 5969), H2033 [4FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2677 [24MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1976 [3FE]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2677 [24MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2677 [24MR]

——— prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2336 [2MR]

House of Representatives: establish uniform standards for flag displays in office buildings and other facilities (see H. Res. 167), H2259 [23FE]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (see H.R. 6225), H2712 [25MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H921 [15JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2297 [24FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2236 [20FE]

President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition: establish (see H.R. 6604), H2259 [23FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H895 [14JA]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1950 [2FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2421 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

——— increase penalties for terrorists (see H.R. 8040), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H11 [6JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (H.R. 7898), H2483 [12MR]

——— increase penalties for terrorists (H.R. 8040), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (H.R. 6940), H12 [6JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (H.R. 7235), H1912 [23JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2386 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2133 [11FE]

Mental health: reduce barriers to mental health crisis intervention and treatment, H705 [13JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1143 [21JA]

South Carolina: tribute to National Guard, H705 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2133 [11FE]

Tributes

Carr, Brent, H2599 [19MR]

BILES, ELIJAH

Remarks in House

Tribute, E224 [17MR]

BILIRAKIS, GUS M. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H2097 [9FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H949 [20JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2712 [25MR]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve Facilities Loan and Grant Program to provide capital investment for facilities providing healthcare, education, child care, public safety, and other vital services in rural areas (see H.R. 1246), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand ability of individual entitled to Post-9/11 education benefits to transfer such benefits to dependents (see H.R. 4540), H1949 [2FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2473 [5MR]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

FDA: grant destruction authority relative to articles that present significant public health concern (see H.R. 2715), H2677 [24MR]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H13 [6JA]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H2473 [5MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H1976 [3FE]

——— create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H253 [8JA]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H2370 [3MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2236 [20FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H2188 [11FE]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Taxation: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

——— codify and extend rules for personal casualty losses arising from major disasters and rules for exclusion from gross income of compensation for losses or damages resulting from certain wildfires (see H.R. 5366), H2712 [25MR]

——— make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2259 [23FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

DEA: schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (H.R. 7027), H718 [13JA]

Federal agencies and departments: enact into law Executive order relative to ending diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in Federal Government (H.R. 8000), H2622 [19MR]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (H.R. 7863), H2476 [9MR]

Remarks

Boccia Day: observance, E173• [3MR]

Brooksville, FL: anniversary, E143• [20FE]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254• [24MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H2206 [12FE]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8• [7JA]

——— tribute to Pasco County Misdemeanor Probation Unit, E176• [3MR]

Tributes

Abremski, Ryan, E257• [24MR]

Androski, Francis, E268• [25MR]

Awe, Judy, E265• [25MR]

Bair, William, E246• [19MR]

Berleth, Kaitlyn, E240• [19MR]

Besnard, Joe, E255• [24MR]

Billings, Theresa, E263• [25MR]

Brinker, Tammy, E200• [9MR]

Coyle, Missy, E260• [24MR]

Derkatsch, Hans, E268• [25MR]

First, Greg, E199• [9MR]

Forcino, Brittney, E182• [3MR]

Friedlander, Paul, E201• [9MR]

Gause, Peggy, E259• [24MR]

Greene, Otis, III, E244• [19MR]

Grenawalt, Roy, E268• [25MR]

Gundy, Jay, E199• [9MR]

Haberland, Carl and Carla, E241• [19MR]

Halleen, Ms., E175• [3MR]

Henry, Katie, E242• [19MR]

Herndon, David, E269• [25MR]

Hinson, Freddie, Jr., E180• [3MR]

Hogarth, Chris, E259• [24MR]

Jacobsen, Robert, E267• [25MR]

Kell, Kelly, E197• [9MR]

Laturno, Katrina, E237• [19MR]

Loetscher, John, E177• [3MR]

Maner, Martha, E174• [3MR]

Mattey, Chris, E270• [25MR]

Morgan, Robert, E256• [24MR]

Mothershead, Kelly, E260• [24MR]

Mowatt, Brandon, E179• [3MR]

O’Brien, Denise, E197• [9MR]

Oswald, Elizabeth, E266• [25MR]

Palmer, Jessica, E263• [25MR]

Reusch, Tom, E202• [9MR]

Rodriguez, Kellie, E253• [24MR]

Rosignol, Wanda, E271• [25MR]

Scalise, Jessica, E238• [19MR]

Scott, Steven G., E89• [2FE]

Skelton, Lynn, E198• [9MR]

Stepbach, Pattie, E256• [24MR]

Taylor, Howie, E201• [9MR]

Trujillo Ayllon, Joseline, E198• [9MR]

Wright, Lisa, E264• [25MR]

BILKA, HANNAH

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2453 [5MR]

BILL TO OUTLAW WOUNDING OF OFFICIAL WORKING ANIMALS (BOWOW) ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 4638): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 4638): consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, provisions, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 4638, provisions, H2600 [19MR]

BILLINGS, THERESA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E263 [25MR]

BILLINGSLEY, ANDREW

Remarks in House

Tribute, E240 [19MR]

BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS related term(s) Weapons

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

BIPARTISAN CAMPAIGN REFORM ACT

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

BIRD, SHANNON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E13 [8JA]

BIRDS related term(s) National Wildlife Refuges; Wildlife

Bills and resolutions

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 647, National Osceola Turkey Day, S1095 [17MR]

BIRDWELL, BRIAN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Sustainment: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

BIRMINGHAM, AL

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

BIRTH CONTROL

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1338–H1343 [22JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, S199–S201 [14JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

BISHOP, JAMES

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

BISHOP, ROBERT A., SR.

Bills and resolutions

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see S. 3835), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (H.R. 7517), H2204 [12FE]

BISHOP, SANFORD D., JR. (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1950 [2FE]

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2033 [4FE]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H925 [16JA]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Education: promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to remove transportation barriers to accessing coronavirus vaccines for those from low-income or minority communities, or other communities with transportation barriers to health care access (see H.R. 6839), H253 [8JA]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H2712 [25MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2188 [11FE]

——— establish Office of Rural Health (see H.R. 3102), H2188 [11FE]

——— reauthorize sickle cell disease prevention and treatment demonstration program (see H.R. 1796), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: affirm agreement and nullify certain Executive orders that relate to collective bargaining (see H.R. 6015), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide covered employees right to be represented during examinations that may result in disciplinary actions (see H.R. 6014), H2120 [10FE]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2097 [9FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see H.R. 3289), H2370 [3MR]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H616 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: authorize rural residency planning and development grant programs (see H.R. 6468), H2097 [9FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2371 [3MR]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2221 [12FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: modify Rural Flex program (see H.R. 6804), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1352 [22JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Newark, NJ: honor memory of victims of 1967 riots and acknowledge enduring impact on Newark community (see H. Res. 578), H2098 [9FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H949 [20JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see H.R. 2103), H2677 [24MR]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2477 [9MR]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2032 [4FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2623 [19MR]

——— exclude from gross income gain from sale of qualified real property interests acquired under Dept. of Defense Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) program (see H.R. 1083), H2119 [10FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, Tuskegee, AL: designate (see H.R. 6006), H2236 [20FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (see H.R. 7762), H2368 [3MR]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (H.R. 7762), H2369 [3MR]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (H.R. 7761), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks

Doleman, Dan, Jr.: Columbus, GA, Holsey Monumental Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church Living Legend Award recipient, E133• [12FE]

Tributes

Bowens, John, E117• [9FE]

Caggins, Ann, E82• [30JA]

Dorsey, Barbara A., E20• [9JA]

Gray, Loring A., Jr., E174• [3MR]

Jenkins, Adrian E., Sr., E85• [30JA]

Miller, Grace Hall, E237• [19MR]

Paschal, Eloise Richardson, E135• [12FE]

Roberts, Arsburn R. (Oz), E245• [19MR]

Williams, Frederick, Sr., E83• [30JA]

Williams, Taylar N., E201• [9MR]

BIVENS, GYNA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2175 [11FE]

BIZOR, ALGER B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E216 [16MR], E227 [17MR]

BLACK, BARRY C. (Chaplain of the Senate)

Prayers

Senate, S3 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S121 [12JA], S141 [13JA], S185 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S277 [26JA], S281 [27JA], S301 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S401 [30JA], S431 [2FE], S447 [3FE], S475 [4FE], S497 [5FE], S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S559 [11FE], S587 [12FE], S623 [23FE], S627 [24FE], S657 [25FE], S691 [26FE], S719 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR], S907 [9MR], S943 [10MR], S969 [11MR], S1017 [12MR], S1059 [17MR], S1159 [18MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1525 [23MR], S1561 [24MR], S1589 [25MR]

BLACK, DAVID

Remarks in House

Tribute, H664 [13JA]

BLACK, ETHEL L. CUFF

Remarks in House

Tribute, E165 [25FE]

BLACK, JOSEPH R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E217 [16MR]

BLACK AUTISM ACCEPTANCE AND AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, INC.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E169 [26FE]

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Bronx, NY: tribute to Black History Month Living Legends Luncheon, H2207 [12FE]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

Observance, H1940–H1946 [2FE], H1986, H2011, H2022 [4FE], H2085–H2089 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2174 [11FE], H2189, H2207, H2208, H2211 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2300 [25FE], H2429 [5MR], E89 [2FE], E101 [4FE], E134 [12FE], E139, E140, E141 [17FE], E146 [20FE], E243 [19MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Observance (S. Res. 615), S689 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 615, observance, S688 [25FE]

BLACK MIDWIVES DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 646, designate, S1094 [17MR]

BLACK MUSIC MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, H1980 [4FE]

BLACKBURN, MARSHA (a Senator from Tennessee)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S902 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1132, S1144 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138 [12JA], S165, S170, S171 [13JA]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S621 [19FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S346 [28JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1206 [18MR]

——— establish legal standards for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) products (see S. 2937), S1368 [19MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S534 [9FE]

Crime: establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S883 [5MR]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see S. 3397), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: conduct study on feasibility of designating Benton MacKaye Trail as national scenic trail (see S. 1376), S1206 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: establish Advanced Artificial Intelligence Evaluation Program (see S. 2938), S1368 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Labor: require reports regarding artificial intelligence (AI)-related job impacts (see S. 3108), S1368 [19MR]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S960 [10MR]

——— award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see S. 3130), S652 [24FE]

——— expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see S. 3314), S959 [10MR]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S534 [9FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S379 [29JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

——— provide period for Congress to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see S. 545), S1368 [19MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1206 [18MR]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see S. 1039), S553 [10FE]

——— establish appropriate rules for prosecutors and Federal judges to carry concealed firearm (see S. 2993), S131 [12JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE]

Firefighters: award Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resilency, sacrifice, and service to protect forests, grasslands, and communities in U.S. (see S. 142), S1580 [24MR]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S1206 [18MR]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures, make certain disclosures, and establish criminal penalties for solicitation or production of sexual content (see S. 3062), S1010 [11MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Medicare: temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see S. 3159), S682 [25FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

NIST: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S442 [2FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see S. 3657), S256 [15JA]

Real estate: establish requirements relative to sale of timeshares to improve acquisition transparency (see S. 3502), S1615 [25MR]

SBA: encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see S. 952), S682 [25FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S960 [10MR]

——— allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see S. 1565), S803 [4MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA]

——— carry out pilot program to provide grants to outpatient mental health facilities for provision of culturally competent, evidence-based mental health care for veterans (see S. 4137), S1205 [18MR]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— recognize Women-Owned Small Business program in procurement hierarchy of small business preferences (see S. 3896), S650 [24FE]

Detransition Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 643), S1056 [16MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

Medicaid: remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

Taxation: promote new business innovation (see S. 4207), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide exemption from gross income for interest paid to taxpayers by IRS following audit or litigation in which taxpayer prevailed (see S. 3587), S89 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Remarks

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S507 [5FE]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1463 [21MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1068 [17MR], S1323 [19MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1068 [17MR], S1323 [19MR], S1606 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1068 [17MR], S1180 [18MR], S1324 [19MR], S1463 [21MR]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Information technology: allegations of political bias on Apple, Inc. news platform, S668 [25FE]

Insurance: reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S486 [4FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

Nehemiah Alliance (organization): tribute, S507 [5FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S779 [4MR]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S1605 [25MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1180 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1068 [17MR], S1180 [18MR], S1324 [19MR], S1463 [21MR]

Tributes

Clark, Nathan, S87• [7JA]

BLACKERBY, STEVEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2172 [11FE]

BLACKMON, BRUCE N.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58 [20JA]

BLACKS see African Americans

BLADEL, JEFF

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2489 [16MR]

BLAIRSVILLE, GA

Remarks in House

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

BLAKE, ARLENE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E139 [17FE]

BLAKE, YOHAN

Proclamations

Tribute to Yohan Blake: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E229 [18MR]

BLAKELY, EDWARD J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E77 [27JA]

BLANCHARD, DAVE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2103 [10FE]

BLAND, JO ANN B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E184 [4MR]

BLAND, JOANNE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2261 [24FE]

BLEYER, CECILIA

Poems

‘‘Throughout the Vast Halls of the Senate’’, S266 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

BLIND see Disabled

BLOCKCHAIN REGULATORY CERTAINTY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

BLOOD, KIMBERLYNN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2536 [17MR]

BLOOD DONORS see Health

BLOOMINGTON, IN

Bills and resolutions

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA], H942 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Indiana University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 595, tribute to Indiana University football team, S421 [30JA]

BLUMENTHAL, RICHARD (a Senator from Connecticut)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S615 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S843 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1306 [18MR], S1404, S1408 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S162, S175 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S390, S391 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S682 [25FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Courts: permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

——— provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see S. 3187), S378 [29JA]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation (see S. 3528), S1010 [11MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S960 [10MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Commerce: transfer regulatory control of certain munitions exports to Dept. of State and develop inter-agency strategy to disrupt trafficking of firearms to Mexico and certain Central American and Caribbean countries (see S. 3508), S1581 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S763 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S510 [5FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— establish eligibility requirements for education support professionals at schools under Family and Medical Leave Act (see S. 2738), S17 [5JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S220 [14JA]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: bolster upgrades and infrastructure for lasting development (see S. 2988), S916 [9MR]

——— clarify inclusion of medically necessary automobile adaptations in definition of ‘‘medical services’’ (see S. 1726), S442 [2FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, cosponsorship withdrawn (see S. 1383), S682 [25FE]

——— improve provision of prosthetic and rehabilitative items and services (see S. 2981), S442 [2FE]

——— include adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and other recreational activities in medical services furnished to eligible veterans (see S. 3138), S471 [3FE]

——— increase amount paid to disabled veterans for improvements and structural alterations furnished as part of home health services (see S. 1644), S442 [2FE]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S377 [29JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see S.J. Res. 78), S292 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FDA: establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1443 [20MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign policy: address transnational repression by foreign governments against private individuals (see S. 2525), S1615 [25MR]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Health care professionals: provide incentives to foreign-born physicians to practice in rural and medically underserved communities (see S. 709), S681 [25FE]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see S. 864), S344 [28JA]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S708 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see S. 475), S470 [3FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S763 [3MR]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S733 [2MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S345 [28JA]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S682 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see S. 2832), S490 [4FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073, 4127), S1444 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Government: prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see S. 3874), S609 [12FE]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S723 [2MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S38 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S988 [11MR]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S989 [11MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S988 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S988 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607, S1609 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S669 [25FE], S1086 [17MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S479 [4FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S478 [4FE]

Sergeant Stubby: anniversary of death, S1443 [20MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S204 [14JA], S478–S480 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S723 [2MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S668 [25FE]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744, S746 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S669 [25FE], S1086 [17MR]

Tributes

Contreras, Mark, S439 [2FE]

Harrison, Patricia, S439 [2FE]

Silver, Richard A., S46• [6JA]

BLUNT ROCHESTER, LISA (a Senator from Delaware)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S843, S846 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1140 [17MR], S1303 [18MR], S1405 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447 [20MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S133 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (see S. 1748), S116 [8JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: grant lawful permanent resident status to aliens from certain countries who meet specific eligibility requirements (see S. 2106), S708 [26FE]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see S. 2019), S708 [26FE]

——— reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S344 [28JA]

——— prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

——— require State and local transportation planners to consider projects and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (see S. 2890), S916 [9MR]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see S. 2503), S626 [23FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see S. 624), S1091 [17MR]

——— cover, for purposes of workers’ compensation, services by physician assistants and nurse practitioners provided to injured Federal workers (see S. 3296), S534 [9FE]

FTC: report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see S. 455), S291 [27JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S732 [2MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see S. 106), S344 [28JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

NOAA: establish assessment program for commercial-scale offshore aquaculture, establish Aquaculture Centers of Excellence, and support aquaculture workforce development and working waterfronts (see S. 2586), S221 [14JA]

——— improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

——— reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S651 [24FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see S. 3211), S471 [3FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S221 [14JA]

SEC: lower aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity necessary for issuer to qualify as well-known seasoned issuer (see S. 3749), S377 [29JA]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see S. 1763), S258 [15JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S419 [30JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S221 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Background Screening’’ (see S.J. Res. 133), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

EPA: reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Taxation: provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S53 [6JA]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1030 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S321 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1341 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S321 [28JA]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955• [10MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S321 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S321 [28JA]

Votes: position on missed, S46 [6JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1341 [19MR]

Tributes

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty), S158 [13JA]

BLYTHEWOOD, SC

Remarks in House

Blythewood High School: tribute to girls’ basketball team, E208 [12MR]

Westwood High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, E212 [12MR]

BOARD OF VETERANS’ APPEALS ATTORNEY RETENTION AND BACKLOG REDUCTION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

BOARDMAN, DEBORAH L.

Remarks in House

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

BOASBERG, JAMES E.

Remarks in House

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

BOATS see Ships and Vessels

BOCA RATON, FL

Remarks in House

Rotary Club of Boca Raton: tribute to Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

BOEBERT, LAUREN (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2370 [3MR]

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Colorado River System Conservation Pilot Program (see H.R. 231), H719 [13JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: incentivize States to eliminate civil and criminal statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse, exploitation, and sex trafficking and revive time-barred civil claims for child abuse cases (see H.R. 5560), H2623 [19MR]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit availability of student visas for institutions in sanctuary jurisdictions (see H.R. 3237), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2336 [2MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2098 [9FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2119 [10FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H1977 [3FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6959), H922 [15JA]

Taxation: exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Technology: prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (H.R. 7487), H2187 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (H.R. 7817), H2472 [5MR]

Technology: prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (H.R. 7604), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H206 [8JA]

Votes: correction, H213• [8JA]

BOEDING, TODD

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

BOGGIS, JERRIANNE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E169 [26FE]

BOHN, ANDREW

Remarks in House

Tribute, E173 [3MR]

BOHREN, DEBORAH LOEB

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2705 [25MR]

BOISE, ID

Remarks in Senate

Boise Airport: anniversary, S799 [4MR]

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist: anniversary, S254 [15JA]

BOISSELLE, SYDNEY, M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1345 [22JA]

BOLEY, TYLER AND JENNY

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

BOLIVIA, PLURINATIONAL STATE OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

BOLLER, M. WILLIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E63 [21JA]

BOLLINGER, SALLY

Remarks in House

National FFA Organization: tribute to Pennsylvania FFA officers, H110 [7JA]

BOLTON, BRETT

Remarks in House

Paralympic Games: tribute to participation, H2239 [23FE]

BOMBINGS see Terrorism

BONAMICI, SUZANNE (a Representative from Oregon)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Bankruptcy: provide more equitable discharge standard for student loan borrowers (see H.R. 4444), H2032 [4FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H2330 [25FE]

——— promote transparency and accountability in covered digital labor platform work (see H.R. 6646), H2259 [23FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish waiver from matching requirement for certain grants under Specialty Crop Research Initiative (see H.R. 3656), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (see H.R. 2333), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— support States and high-need local educational agencies in increasing number of mental health services providers in schools (see H.R. 4253), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: authorize use of emergency solutions grants to provide safe overnight parking facilities for homeless persons (see H.R. 5018), H921 [15JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H1950 [2FE]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— support continued licensure of design professionals (see H. Con. Res. 47), H2236 [20FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Federal firefighters: reform and enhance pay and benefits of Federal wildland firefighters (see H.R. 743), H253 [8JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2221 [12FE]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H2033 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H13 [6JA]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2477 [9MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H949 [20JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2474 [5MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2235 [20FE]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H1916 [27JA]

Social Security: exclude certain funds received from income for purposes of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 4967), H949 [20JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Unemployment: provide that individuals engaged in labor disputes may receive unemployment benefits (see H.R. 5206), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (H.R. 7671), H2329 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (H.R. 7670), H2329 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (H.R. 7129), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (H.R. 7279), H1922 [30JA]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

Remarks

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts: Federal Defender Services program funding, H908 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1136, H1137 [21JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H125 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H700 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H598, H599 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H908 [15JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H125 [7JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1136, H1137 [21JA]

Votes: position on missed, H2392• [4MR]

BONDI, PAMELA see Attorney General (Pamela Bondi)

BONDS, CRYSTAL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E111 [5FE]

BONHAM, DERRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2178 [11FE]

BONLARRON, TODD

Remarks in House

Tribute, E223 [17MR]

BONTRAGER, NOAH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2608 [19MR]

BOOKER, CORY A. (a Senator from New Jersey)

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S17 [5JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S883 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279 [18MR], S1446 [20MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA], S175 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S804 [4MR] (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Courts: eliminate mandatory arbitration clauses in workplace age discrimination cases (see S. 2703), S803 [4MR]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— establish eligibility requirements for education support professionals at schools under Family and Medical Leave Act (see S. 2738), S131 [12JA]

——— issue occupational safety and health rule that requires covered health care and social service employers to adopt comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan (see S. 1232), S130 [12JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S554 [10FE]

——— expand health care and benefits for veterans who are victims of military sexual trauma (see S. 1245), S345 [28JA]

——— extend increased dependency and indemnity compensation paid to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (see S. 749), S115 [8JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Foreign aid: require U.S. foreign assistance commodities be made available for intended purposes before they expire (see S. 2252), S345 [28JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S683 [25FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

GSA: ensure construction and acquisition of public buildings adheres to guiding principles for Federal architecture (see S. 2891), S682 [25FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see S. 864), S959 [10MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S510 [5FE]

Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure: conduct research on diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of descendants of individuals exposed to toxic substances while serving as members of Armed Forces (see S. 2061), S116 [8JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see S. 556), S681 [25FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S763 [3MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S291 [27JA]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (see S. 1879), S553 [10FE]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S346 [28JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S554 [10FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S733 [2MR]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE]

——— exclude from limit on leverage certain amounts invested in smaller enterprises located in rural or low-income areas and small businesses in critical technology areas (see S. 1917), S490 [4FE] (see S. 3341), S554 [10FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see S. 2461), S534 [9FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Unemployment: provide that individuals engaged in labor disputes may receive unemployment benefits (see S. 2731), S291 [27JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 118), S882 [5MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR]

Civil rights: provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR]

Courts: permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (see S. 3860), S609 [12FE]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Law enforcement officers: hold accountable in courts (see S. 3804), S533 [9FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: increase standard deduction (see S. 4042), S958 [10MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: include Federal defender as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

Poems

‘‘Each Dawn I Cross Beneath the Domed White Light,’’ Emma Ross, S265 [15JA]

‘‘I Came From Quiet Roads and Open Air,’’ Emma Ross, S265, S267 [15JA]

‘‘I Dreamed of Shaping Laws Before I Came,’’ Emma Ross, S265 [15JA]

‘‘In the Beginning,’’ Addison Norris, S265, S266 [15JA]

‘‘It’s a New Day, Here in the Capitol,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264, S266 [15JA]

‘‘Moments of Silence,’’ Lucas Hogan, S266 [15JA]

‘‘O Senate,’’ Jace Miles, S264 [15JA]

‘‘On the Rostrum’s Step I Take My Place,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264 [15JA]

‘‘One Hundred Senators,’’ by, S267 [15JA]

‘‘Page’s Pledge (and Other Senate Confessions),’’ Maureen Bai, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Patterns Cover the Senate Floor,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Polarization at an All-Time High,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Shoes of the Senate,’’ Stephen Jiang, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Song They Left Us,’’ Addison Norris, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Sun Rises on the Capitol Dome,’’ Hunter Coy, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Throughout the Vast Halls of the Senate,’’ Cecilia Bleyer, S266 [15JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1573 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185, S1193 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S563 [11FE]

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S210 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S563 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1185, S1193 [18MR], S1573 [24MR]

Tributes

Batts, Kevin, S268 [15JA]

Darche, Carole, S871 [5MR]

Grinberg, Lilliana, S266 [15JA]

Hogan, Lucas, S266 [15JA]

Lafayette, Bernard, Jr., S1542 [23MR]

Norris, Addison, S266 [15JA]

Ross, Emma, S267 [15JA]

BOOKS see Literature

BOOSTING LIFESAVING OPERATIONS, OPENING DONATION (BLOOD) CENTERS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

BOOZMAN, JOHN (a Senator from Arkansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S292 [27JA]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S916 [9MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see S. 2019), S959 [10MR]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish program to furnish to certain individuals items used for secure storage of firearms (see S. 926), S553 [10FE]

——— furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see S. 3209), S471 [3FE]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S534 [9FE]

Firefighters: award Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resilency, sacrifice, and service to protect forests, grasslands, and communities in U.S. (see S. 142), S489 [4FE]

——— mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1368 [19MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S420 [30JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S292 [27JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S916 [9MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: provide special rule for certain casualty losses of uncut timber (see S. 1141), S553 [10FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S221 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S344 [28JA] (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Remarks

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643• [24FE]

Reports filed

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Tributes

Eikenberry, Kent, S288• [27JA]

Hightower, Mary, S46• [6JA]

BORDEN, IN

Remarks in House

Starlight Distillery (company): San Francisco World Spirits Competition Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

BORDER PROTECTION see Department of Homeland Security

BORRAS, AIDA (TERRI)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E127 [11FE]

BORREGO, RAMON A. (RAY)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E49 [16JA]

BOST, MIKE (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1352 [22JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see H.R. 6359), H136 [7JA]

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1950 [2FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1173 [21JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see H.R. 2911), H2229 [17FE]

——— provide for consideration of definition of antisemitism by International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance for enforcement of Federal antidiscrimination laws relative to education programs or activities (see H.R. 1007), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: require imposition of visa sanctions relative to each foreign person President determines has performed or otherwise facilitated chemical or surgical mutilations of U.S. minors (see H.R. 6876), H136 [7JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2531 [16MR]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2225 [13FE]

——— eliminate certain Clean Air Act waiver for California and eliminate authorization for States to use new motor vehicle emissions standards identical to standards adopted in California (see H.R. 2218), H1949 [2FE]

——— repeal rule relative to multi-pollutant emissions standards and amend Clean Air Act to ensure that tailpipe regulations do not limit availability of new motor vehicles (see H.R. 2165), H1949 [2FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Foreign countries: condemn persecution of Christians in Muslim-majority countries and encourage President to prioritize protection of persecuted Christians in U.S. foreign policy (see H. Res. 594), H1977 [3FE]

——— prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H2677 [24MR]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H656 [12JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2484 [12MR]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Religion: condemn persecution of Christians in Nigeria (see H. Res. 866), H1977 [3FE]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2225 [13FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1911 [23JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1911 [23JA]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1133 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct Board of Veterans’ Appeals director to give priority to individuals with certain professional experience in recommending such individuals to serve as members of Board (H.R. 659), H936, H937 [20JA]

——— establish Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer (H.R. 1663), H937, H938, H939 [20JA]

——— make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1930, H1931, H1932 [2FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

——— modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1933, H1934, H1935 [2FE]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1928 [2FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1133 [21JA]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Tributes

Murphy, Daryl, H2299 [25FE]

BOSTON, MA

Bills and resolutions

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

BOSTON (MA) HERALD

Articles and editorials

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

BOTSFORD, STEPHEN F.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1969 [3FE]

BOULDER, CO

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Jews: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

BOWENS, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E117 [9FE]

BOWER, JED

Remarks in House

Tribute, E63 [21JA]

BOWSER, MURIEL

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2006 [4FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2701 [25MR]

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

Bills and resolutions

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Broomfield, CO: anniversary of Cub Scout Pack 545, E19 [9JA]

Lewis, Jacob: Eagle Scout Award recipient, E95 [3FE]

Meredith, Miley: Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

National Scouting America Day: observance, H1983 [4FE]

BOYAJIAN, ANNIE WILCOX

Remarks in House

Tribute, E133 [12FE]

BOYER, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E208 [12MR]

BOYLE, BRENDAN F. (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2297 [24FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H2032 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H894 [14JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1912 [23JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2188 [11FE]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H13 [6JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2677 [24MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NIH: provide for further comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms at National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H.R. 2678), H1949 [2FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H949 [20JA]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 6926), H13 [6JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2097 [9FE]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H135 [7JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2473 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2371 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Interior: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Interior: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (H.R. 7763), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, E218 [16MR]

——— tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218• [16MR]

Philadelphia (PA) Gay News: anniversary, E171• [2MR]

Tributes

McKinney-Rainey, Paula, E171• [2MR]

Prazenica, Bernie, E33• [13JA]

Wittenberg, Donald M., E231• [18MR]

BOYLE, WILLIAM

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA

Remarks in House

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

BOZEMAN, MT

Bills and resolutions

Montana State University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Montana State University: tribute to football team, H228 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Montana State University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 589), S298 [27JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 589, tribute to Montana State University football team, S295 [27JA]

BRADSHAW-BRANNIGAN, GLORIA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2177 [11FE]

BRADY, PATRICK

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1604 [25MR]

BRADY UNITED AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE (organization)

Letters

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2702 [25MR]

BRANDON, MS

Remarks in House

Girl Scouts: anniversary of Camp Wahi, E177 [3MR]

BRAUN, ZEV

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S557 [10FE]

BRAUNSCHEIDLE, GARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E93 [3FE]

BRAYBOY, ELIHU AND CAROLYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E237 [19MR]

BRAZIL, FEDERATIVE REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

BREAK UP BIG MEDICINE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

BREAKING THE GRIDLOCK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 1834): request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1834), H145, H146, H213–H227, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA], H111, H124–H126 [7JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

——— request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

——— return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

——— unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 780, consideration of H.R. 1834, provisions, H123 [7JA]

H. Res. 991, request Senate to return to House of Representatives H.R. 1834, provisions, H697 [13JA]

H.R. 1834, provisions, H213–H217 [8JA]

BRECHEEN, JOSH (a Representative from Oklahoma)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H719 [13JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2623 [19MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (see H.R. 6225), H2474 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Federal agencies and departments: require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Transportation: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal agencies and departments: require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (H.R. 7974), H2597 [18MR]

Transportation: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (H.R. 7169), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, E243• [19MR]

BRENNAN CENTER FOR JUSTICE

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

BRESNAHAN, ROBERT P., JR. (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2236 [20FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 928), H2421 [4MR]

——— establish competitive grant program for projects for commercial motor vehicle parking (see H.R. 1659), H253 [8JA]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2677 [24MR]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reimburse State homes for cost of, or furnish to State homes, certain costly medications provided to veterans who receive nursing home care in such State homes (see H.R. 1970), H2530 [16MR]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1916 [27JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H136 [7JA]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1173 [21JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H656 [12JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2531 [16MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2229 [17FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CFTC: create Office of the Chief Economist (see H.R. 7488), H2185 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CFTC: create Office of the Chief Economist (H.R. 7488), H2187 [11FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2475 [9MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2475 [9MR]

Proclamations

Jessup, PA, Anniversary: by, E93• [3FE]

Tribute to Jessup, PA, Groundhog Day: by, E93• [3FE]

Remarks

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

Tributes

Mitchell, Walter S., Jr., H605 [9JA]

Zardecki, Frank W., H802 [14JA]

BREVARD COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

——— National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

BREWER, DAVID

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

BREWER, JEAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E9 [7JA]

BREWTON, DUANE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S598 [12FE]

BRICK, WITOLD (VIC)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2238 [23FE]

BRICKHOUSE, HOLDEN

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

BRIDGES related term(s) Roads and Highways

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish competitive grant program to provide capital assistance for maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation needs of commuter rail bridges (see S. 3701), S290 [27JA]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

Gordie Howe International Bridge: facilitate non-motorized border crossing (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2101 [10FE]

BRIDGES, EDREES

Prayers

House of Representatives, H2335 [2MR]

BRIDGES AND SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE FOR COMMUNITY SUCCESS (BASICS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

BRIDGING RELIEF IN DELAYED GOVERNMENT ENROLLMENT (BRIDGE) FOR YOUNG-ONSET ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

BRIGHAM, EARL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E169 [26FE]

BRINGING REAL ACCOUNTABILITY VIA ENFORCEMENT IN BURMA (BRAVE BURMA) ACT

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, provisions, H2080 [9FE]

BRINGING THE DISCOUNT WINDOW INTO THE 21st CENTURY ACT

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3390), H2076–H2078 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3390, provisions, H2076 [9FE]

BRINKER, TAMMY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E200 [9MR]

BRITT, KATIE BOYD (a Senator from Alabama)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1484 [21MR]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S277, S279 [26JA], S627 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1545 [23MR]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Crime: criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S682 [25FE]

——— improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S419 [30JA]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see S. 2376), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S1048 [12MR]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S917 [9MR]

Dept. of Education: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Grant Opportunities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (see S. 4167), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S490 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S917 [9MR]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1545 [23MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S1581 [24MR]

Immigration: increase penalties for those who illegally reenter U.S. after being removed (see S. 2547), S916 [9MR]

Information technology: require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S959 [10MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S471 [3FE]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

SEC: permit registered investment companies to omit certain fees from calculation of acquired fund fees and expenses reporting (see S. 1808), S162 [13JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S291 [27JA] (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S277 [26JA], S627 [24FE]

Remarks

Dept. of HHS: establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S982, S983, S986, S987 [11MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S983 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S870, S871 [5MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594, S595 [12FE]

——— rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S983, S986, S987 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S594, S595 [12FE], S983, S986, S987 [11MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S415 [30JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594, S595 [12FE], S986, S987 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594 [12FE], S987 [11MR]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S283 [27JA]

Members of Congress: reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1331 [19MR]

Senate: legislative program, S583 [11FE]

——— reading of George Washington’s farewell address, unanimous-consent agreement, S574 [11FE]

Tributes

Schreeder, Marshall, S643 [24FE]

BROADCASTING see Radio; Television

BROBST, MADELINE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E145 [20FE]

BRONX, NY see New York, NY

BRONXVILLE, NY

Remarks in House

MyHometownBronxville.com (Internet site): tribute, H2538 [17MR]

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

BROOKE, EDWARD W., III (a former Senator from Massachusetts)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, E187 [4MR]

BROOKLYN, NY see New York, NY

BROOKS, ALVIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2373 [4MR]

BROOKS, WESLEY

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

BROOKSVILLE, FL

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E143 [20FE]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

BROOMFIELD, CO

Remarks in House

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Boy Scouts: anniversary of Cub Scout Pack 545, E19 [9JA]

BROWARD COUNTY, FL

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

BROWN, DEBORAH P.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E217 [16MR]

BROWN, JUANITA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E138 [13FE]

BROWN, KENNETH J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2560 [18MR]

BROWN, PAUL W.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2015 [4FE]

BROWN, SHONTEL M. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H656 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2298 [24FE]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H719 [13JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2676 [24MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H2370 [3MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2119 [10FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H949 [20JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (H.R. 7685), H2329 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (H.R. 7975), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1944 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H700 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2683 [25MR]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H697 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H1944 [2FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2683 [25MR]

Tributes

Willis, James R., H2174 [11FE]

BROWN, TREVOR

Bills and resolutions

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building, Sterling, VA: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

BROWN UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Crime: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

BROWNLEY, JULIA (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2098 [9FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program to facilitate and coordinate efforts between U.S. and Israel to expand and enhance collaboration on development and delivery of health care products and services (see H.R. 4473), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2097 [9FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2098 [9FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2098 [9FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish grant program to support out-of-school-time youth workforce readiness programs providing employability skills, work-based learning, and workforce opportunities for eligible youth (see H.R. 2910), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain publicly available directory of health care providers that accept assignments under CHAMPVA program (see H.R. 6526), H1923 [30JA]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see H.R. 582), H2235 [20FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2552 [17MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Mental health: improve identification and support of children and families who experience trauma (see H.R. 6625), H2531 [16MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2370 [3MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H2422 [4MR]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H2422 [4MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

Taxation: expand exclusion for certain conservation subsidies to include subsidies for water conservation or efficiency measures and storm water and waste-water management measures (see H.R. 1871), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H2120 [10FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (H.J. Res. 144), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct Board of Veterans’ Appeals director to give priority to individuals with certain professional experience in recommending such individuals to serve as members of Board (H.R. 659), H937 [20JA]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1933 [2FE]

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H937 [20JA]

Tributes

Fisher, Gene, E147• [20FE]

BROWNSVILLE, TX

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E105 [4FE]

Hands Across the Border ceremony: tribute, E154 [23FE]

Texas Southmost College: anniversary, E199 [9MR]

BRUMFIELD REED, VORIS

Remarks in House

Lake County, CA: Woman of the Year award recipient, E267 [25MR]

BRUNSWICK, GA

Remarks in House

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

BRYANT, DON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E10 [7JA]

BRYANT, SHERRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E197 [9MR]

BUCHANAN, VERN (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Carbon Monoxide Action and Awareness Month: observance (see H. Res. 934), H253 [8JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2531 [16MR]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

DEA: schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2297 [24FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2225 [13FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2677 [24MR]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H2259 [23FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (H.R. 7786), H2421 [4MR]

BUCHER, BETTY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E8 [7JA]

BUCZKOWSKI, PIPER

Essays

State of the Union, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

BUDD, TED (a Senator from North Carolina)

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165 [13JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S165 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S383 [29JA]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S623 [23FE], S1053 [16MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Reform Commission, S914 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1056 [16MR]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see S. 2343), S470 [3FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1545 [23MR]

Crime: improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S470 [3FE]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see S. 2376), S510 [5FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of HUD: reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities (see S. 2390), S708 [26FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize peace officer standards and training agencies to access criminal history records (see S. 1712), S1047 [12MR]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S471 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S682 [25FE]

EPA: provide for consistent definition for plant biostimulants (see S. 1907), S490 [4FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1545 [23MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S652 [24FE]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see S. 1289), S553 [10FE]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

——— improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S733 [2MR]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

SBA: exclude from limit on leverage certain amounts invested in smaller enterprises located in rural or low-income areas and small businesses in critical technology areas (see S. 3341), S1010 [11MR]

Taxation: maintain prohibition on allowing any deduction or credit associated with trade or business involved in trafficking marijuana (see S. 471), S553 [10FE]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S533 [9FE]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to those who served in U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps (see S. 2195), S763 [3MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see S. 3901), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Financial institutions: permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

Small business: amend laws relative to small company capital formation (see S. 4170), S1580 [24MR]

Taxation: exclude from gross income de minimis gains from certain sales or exchanges of virtual currency (see S. 4171), S1580 [24MR]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Cloture motions

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S623 [23FE], S1053 [16MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1468 [21MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1468 [21MR]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

Tributes

Rhodes, Luther L. (Dusty), S1323 [19MR]

BUDGET—U.S.

Amendments

Constitutional amendments: balance (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

——— remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

Constitutional amendments: balance (see H.J. Res. 139), H615 [9JA]

——— balance (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: provide for auditable financial statements (see S. 3902), S650 [24FE]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish reserve fund for Secret Service (see H.R. 8058), H2675 [24MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

——— limit spending in last two months of fiscal year to no more than average spent per month during preceding months of fiscal year (see S. 4059), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

Federal aid programs: strengthen oversight, accountability, and recovery of Federal funds administered through State block grants and other pass-through mechanisms (see S. 4024), S881 [5MR]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Government: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

Public debt: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR] (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

——— require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Trump, President: provide authority and discretion over congressional budgetary resources to achieve balanced budget (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: legislative process, H1178, H1179 [22JA], H1954, H1956–H1958 [3FE], H2693, H2694 [25MR]

Constitutional amendments: balance (H.J. Res. 139), H2560–H2568 [18MR]

——— balance (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Deficit, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2542 [17MR], H2611, H2616–H2619 [19MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Economy: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Government: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H802 [14JA], H1159 [21JA]

——— shutdown relative to budget process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

Medicaid: funding, H1955 [3FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

——— legislative process, S4 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S228 [15JA], S317 [28JA], S407 [30JA], S455 [3FE], S560 [11FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

Federal budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

FEMA: funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161, S1180 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Rulings of the Chair

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2538 [17MR]

H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2560 [18MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Res. 654, express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product, S1444 [20MR]

BUDZINSKI, NIKKI (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H2422 [4MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: provide penalties for individuals who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees (see H.R. 3178), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation (see H.R. 6780), H719 [13JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H136 [7JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H13 [6JA]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H616 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— establish online program through which employee may schedule appointment for covered veteran with non-Dept., health care provider under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 3482), H2221 [12FE]

——— establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H135 [7JA]

Insurance: expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Taxation: eliminate loopholes that allow billionaires to defer tax indefinitely through certain planning strategies and modify certain tax provisions so that billionaires are required to pay taxes annually (see H.R. 5427), H2259 [23FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2259 [23FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2225 [13FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Government: prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

Medicare: expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (H.R. 7938), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (H.R. 7241), H1915 [27JA]

——— prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (H.R. 7280), H1922 [30JA]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (H.R. 7864), H2476 [9MR]

Government: prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (H.R. 8076), H2711 [25MR]

Medicare: expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (H.R. 7324), H1976 [3FE]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

Remarks

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H688 [13JA]

BUFFORD, ARLYDIA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H909 [15JA]

BUHENDWA, ALICE

Essays

State of the Union, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

BUHR, BRIAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H728 [14JA]

BUILD AMERICA, BUY AMERICA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Construction industries: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials for purposes of Build America, Buy America Act (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

BUILD HOUSING, UNLOCK BENEFITS AND SERVICES (BUILD HUBS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

BUILD NOW ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2441), S153–S155 [13JA]

BUJU BANTON (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Buju Banton (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E176 [3MR]

BURBINE, RICHARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H916 [15JA]

BURCHETT, TIM (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

——— prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR]

District of Columbia: prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (see H.R. 7068), H893 [14JA]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2485 [12MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

——— incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H253 [8JA]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1923 [30JA]

Flag—U.S.: require American flags displayed on Federal property or procured by Federal agencies to be manufactured completely in U.S. from U.S. materials (see H.R. 1421), H2259 [23FE]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H656 [12JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Motor vehicles: prevent covered vehicle manufacturers from accessing, selling, leasing, or otherwise sharing certain covered vehicle data (see H.R. 6734), H657 [12JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2552 [17MR]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H2033 [4FE]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H949 [20JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of State: submit notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases (see H.R. 7028), H717 [13JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (H.R. 7818), H2472 [5MR]

Dept. of State: submit notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases (H.R. 7028), H718 [13JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (H.R. 7605), H2234 [20FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2189 [12FE], H2686 [25MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2143 [11FE]

FAA: authorize use of physical or digital copies of certain certificates for certain inspections (H.R. 2247), H2661 [24MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2143 [11FE]

Tributes

Collins, Andy, H2301 [25FE]

Haslam, Natalie, H1158 [21JA]

Jordan, Diane, H2189 [12FE]

Rucker, Wes, H2686 [25MR]

BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS, AND EXPLOSIVES

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Nomination of Robert Cekada To Be ATF Director: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

BUREAU OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION see Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348, H2349 [3MR]

——— authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2357, H2358 [3MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Real estate: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land Held in Trust for Federally Recognized Indian Tribes: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5910) (H. Rept. 119–453), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah): Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 681, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 5910, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes, H2348 [3MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS

Bills and resolutions

Unemplyment: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Public lands: restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

——— several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

Nomination of Stevan Pearce To Be BLM Director: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

BUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENT

Letters

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf, S92 [7JA]

BUREAU OF RECLAMATION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Cooperative Watershed Management Program: reauthorize (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

Hydroelectric power: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Water: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

BUREAU OF THE CENSUS related term(s) Department of Commerce

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

——— require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

——— require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Income: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (see S. 3756), S442 [2FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Income: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

BURKET, DAVID, SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2636 [24MR]

BURLISON, ERIC (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2623 [19MR]

District of Columbia: repeal authority to use automated traffic enforcement systems and to erect signage prohibiting right turns at red traffic signal (see H.R. 5525), H2531 [16MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2485 [12MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2623 [19MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1923 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

FAA: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (see H.R. 7388), H2040 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FAA: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (H.R. 7525), H2220 [12FE]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (H.R. 7388), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H797 [14JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H797 [14JA]

Tributes

Coryell, Sam, H908 [15JA]

Marsh, Mailyn, E200• [9MR]

BURMA, UNION OF

Bills and resolutions

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Immigration: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, S488 [4FE], H2008 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

BURMA UNIFIED THROUGH RIGOROUS MILITARY ACCOUNTABILITY (BURMA) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Provisions: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Provisions: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

BURNS, MARK

Remarks in House

Living Legends of Aviation (organization): inductee, H2102 [10FE]

BURROWS, DANIEL E.

Cloture motions

Dept. of Justice: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S506 [5FE], S542 [10FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

BUSES see Common Carriers; Motor Vehicles

BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY related term(s) Corporations

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

——— issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Articles and editorials

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (see H.R. 7162), H948 [20JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

——— protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

China: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Construction industries: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials for purposes of Build America, Buy America Act (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

——— require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (see H.R. 7588), H2227 [17FE]

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

——— limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

——— protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Defense Production Act: amend to limit eligibility for assistance, increase monetary penalties, and establish fraud risk management processes (see H.R. 8030), H2627 [20MR]

——— ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

——— modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Defense Production Act Committee: modify committee requirements and establish Subcommittee on Emerging Technology (see H.R. 8053), H2675 [24MR]

——— require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (see H.R. 7762), H2368 [3MR]

——— modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

——— require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

——— establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

——— establish task force in International Trade Administration to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

——— permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

——— promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Defense: establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

——— prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

——— report on certain contracts and awards to small business concerns (see H.R. 7076), H893 [14JA]

——— require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

——— require Defense Production Act Committee to conduct discussion-based simulations (see H.R. 8071), H2710 [25MR]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

——— clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

——— clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

——— establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

——— require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Dept. of State: establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

——— evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: disapprove rule relative to modifications to enhanced supplementary leverage ratio standards for global systemically important bank holding companies (see S.J. Res. 110), S802 [4MR]

——— eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

——— establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

——— include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

——— instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

——— promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

——— require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

——— make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (see H.R. 7083), H918 [15JA]

——— prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Disasters: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Economy: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

——— require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

——— prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

——— expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

——— provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

——— make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

——— prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

——— require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: improve licensing requirements for retail sale of firearms (see H.R. 7135), H924 [16JA]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign trade: impose additional requirements relative to importers of record (see S. 4003), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7812), H2469 [5MR]

——— increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

——— modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

——— reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

——— increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

——— require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

GAO: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

Government regulations: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

——— prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

——— require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

——— require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

——— sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Insurance: ensure competition in health insurance markets (see H.R. 8082), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

IRS: create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National security: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

NIST: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

OMB: establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

Pensions: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

Power resources: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

——— support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

SBA: encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

——— enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

——— establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

——— modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H947 [20JA]

——— require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

SEC: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

——— establish Public Company Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

——— prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

——— raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

——— require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

——— specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Securities: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is relative to securities of issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

Small business: amend laws relative to small company capital formation (see S. 4170), S1580 [24MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see S. 3605), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

——— deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

——— deny deduction for outsourcing payments (see H.R. 7559), H2219 [12FE]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— end tax-free treatment of certain corporate reorganizations that involve large corporations (see S. 4185), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see S. 4021), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend and expand work opportunity credit (see H.R. 7998), H2620 [19MR]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7493), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— promote new business innovation (see S. 4207), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

——— provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H251 [8JA]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

——— facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

——— prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

——— require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

——— require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: express that corporations should commit to utilizing benefits of women in boards of directors and other senior management positions (see H. Res. 1003), H920 [15JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Max Clegg, S757 [3MR]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

Proclamations

National FBLA Week: Representative Murphy, E124 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Artificial intelligence (AI): support development of small business AI companies, H2490 [16MR]

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

California: condemn wealth tax proposal, H2321 [25FE]

——— proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), E55 [20JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: observance, H2261 [24FE]

Castro Valley, CA: anniversary of Pete’s Ace Hardware (business), E48 [16JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Clermont, OH: tribute to Clermont Chamber of Commerce, H2044 [9FE]

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Dawson, Julie: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Community Champion Award recipient, E183 [4MR]

DeGol Organization: anniversary, H1984 [4FE]

DeLand, FL: tribute to MBI Direct Mail + Digital (business), H2639 [24MR]

Delaware: tribute to Grassroots (business), H663 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541 [17MR], H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR]

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— national objectives priority assignments, H2083, H2085 [9FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H677–H681 [13JA]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

——— strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

Equalized Productions, LLC: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award recipient, E183 [4MR]

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

Ford, Kay: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

——— conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2655–H2657 [24MR]

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

——— National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

Hill, Chris and Deana: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187 [4MR]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

Independent Grocers Alliance, Inc.: anniversary, E76 [27JA]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144 [20FE]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216 [16MR]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

Manassas, VA: anniversary of Flower Gallery (business), H2490 [16MR]

Manheim, PA: anniversary of Root’s Country Market, H110 [7JA]

Marriott, John: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

Mount Olive Pickle Company, Inc.: anniversary, H2107 [10FE]

Mount Vernon, NY: tribute to Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce, H2378 [4MR]

Murray Roofing Co., Inc.: anniversary, E265 [25MR]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

New Baltimore, MI: anniversary of Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce, E69 [22JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

North Carolina: provide economic relief to farmers, H1131 [21JA]

——— tribute to economic development in eastern region, H2346 [3MR], H2538 [17MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA]

Parker, Greg: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Parker County, TX: anniversary of Parker County Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce, E165 [25FE]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (H.R. 1357), H902 [15JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE], H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Pooler, GA: reopening of Miss Sophie’s restaurant, H2414 [4MR]

Pride Industries (organization): anniversary, H2321 [25FE]

Rochester, MN: anniversary of Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, H2268 [24FE]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Savannah, GA: inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

——— modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Smoketown, PA: anniversary of Rohrer Seeds (business), E153 [23FE]

South Carolina: economic status, H1939 [2FE], H2430 [5MR]

Sports: concern over private equity involvement in collegiate athletics, H1157 [21JA]

——— establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

St. Marys, GA: anniversary of Riverview Hotel, H663 [13JA]

Standard Meat Co.: anniversary, E40 [14JA]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

——— decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37 [13JA]

Talladega, AL: anniversary of Talladega Insurance Agency, E151 [23FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

——— provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1992 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA], H803 [14JA], H2210 [12FE], H2542 [17MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314–H2319 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300, H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

White Plains, NY: tribute, H2100 [10FE]

Williams, Dan: Woodland Park, CO, Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (S. Res. 617), S716 [26FE]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

——— provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

——— strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S234 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

——— require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

——— issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798 [4MR]

Information technology: allegations of political bias on Apple, Inc. news platform, S668 [25FE]

——— revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Insurance: reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88 [7JA]

Le Mars, IA: tribute to Sugar N Spice (business), Lily Zita (business), and Mescher’s Clothing (business), S550 [10FE]

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

Medicare: implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

Montana: tribute to Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines, S679 [25FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S102 [8JA], S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S366 [29JA], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

——— temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Rice, Susan: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

——— hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Taxation: deny any foreign tax credit or deduction relative to taxes paid or accrued to Russia (S. 327), S953 [10MR]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (S. 3904), S653 [24FE]

——— extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE], S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S1175, S1309 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693, S714 [26FE]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Waverly, IA: tribute to Z’s Pizza & Diner, S289 [27JA]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Modern Worker Security Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Public Company Advisory Committee Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Put America on Commission Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

Regulation A+ Improvement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Working Families Flexibility Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H677 [13JA]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H685 [13JA]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 3410, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, H2661 [24MR]

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 3679, Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, H2244 [23FE]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

H.R. 5663, ACPAC Modernization Act, H2657 [24MR]

H.R. 5763, Main Street Parity Act, H930 [20JA]

H.R. 5764, AI for Mainstreet Act, H931 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

H.R. 5788, 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, H933 [20JA]

H.R. 6267, Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act, H2655 [24MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

Hindering Oppressive Nations From Obtaining Revenue (HONOR) Act, S953 [10MR]

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

S. 3847, Stop Corporate Inversions Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. 4152, Fertilizer Transparency Act, S1369 [19MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 592, International Year of the Woman Farmer, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 617, support goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 618, recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

BUSY SIGNAL (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Busy Signal (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E179 [3MR]

BUTTE, MT

Remarks in House

World Museum of Mining: tribute, E158 [24FE]

BUYING AMERICAN COTTON ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

BYNUM, JANELLE S. (a Representative from Oregon)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2422 [4MR]

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: repeal oil and gas program and preserve Arctic coastal plain (see H.R. 3067), H2531 [16MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

——— permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: authorize law enforcement agencies to use Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grants to recruit and retain law enforcement officers (see H.R. 5403), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

——— improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2551 [17MR]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see H.R. 306), H1976 [3FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2712 [25MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2120 [10FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Mental health: provide limited licensing reciprocity for college mental health providers to furnish mental health services through telehealth technology to students of institutions of higher education (see H.R. 5357), H2097 [9FE]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H921 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H2098 [9FE]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: allow establishment of home down payment savings accounts (see H.R. 6542), H656 [12JA]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2097 [9FE]

——— exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2334 (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish first-time home buyers savings match program (see H.R. 7244), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

Taxation: establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

——— permit fees for admissions applications to higher education institutions to be paid from 529 plans (see H.R. 7205), H1349 [22JA]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (H.R. 7202), H1351 [22JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish first-time home buyers savings match program (H.R. 7244), H1915 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (H.R. 7243), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (H.R. 7242), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (H.R. 7204), H1351 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (H.R. 8041), H2676 [24MR]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (H.R. 7201), H1351 [22JA]

Taxation: establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (H.R. 7245), H1915 [27JA]

——— permit fees for admissions applications to higher education institutions to be paid from 529 plans (H.R. 7205), H1351 [22JA]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (H.R. 7203), H1351 [22JA]

Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L.: Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210• [12MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1945 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H699 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2706 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648 [12JA]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H2083 [9FE]

FAA: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2655 [24MR]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648 [12JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1939 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H942 [20JA]

Tributes

Gordly, Avel, H2548 [17MR]

Gordly, Avel L., E210• [12MR]

BYNUM, LILLIE M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E230 [18MR]

CABRERA, RAFAEL

Remarks in House

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216 [16MR]

CACERES, BERTA

Remarks in Senate

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

CAFTA see Treaties and Agreements

CAGGINS, ANN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E82 [30JA]

CAHILL, KEVIN

Remarks in House

NCAA: Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

CALDER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Time: amend Calder Act to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (see H.R. 7378), H2030 [4FE]

——— amend Calder Act to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (H.R. 7378), consideration (see H. Res. 1055), H2119 [10FE]

CALEMINE, JODY

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H683 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act, H683 [13JA]

CALIFORNIA

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Doug LaMalfa, H122 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

——— take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (see S. 4053), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Transportation: convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (see H.R. 7440), H2095 [9FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see S. Res. 577), S115 [8JA] (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (see H. Res. 978), H134 [7JA]

Marzan, Robert M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Proclamations

San Marino, CA, City Club Anniversary: Representative Chu, E113 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Alcorta, Marisa: Yolo County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Azuza, CA: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

Brumfield Reed, Voris: Lake County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E267 [25MR]

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo: anniversary, E111 [5FE]

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Castro Valley, CA: anniversary of Pete’s Ace Hardware (business), E48 [16JA]

College of San Mateo: tribute to football team, H1993 [4FE]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Costa, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H668 [13JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Crime: allegations of unemployment fraud, H612 [9JA], H1946 [2FE]

——— parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

Davis, CA: anniversary of Pence Gallery, E265 [25MR]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

DeSaulnier, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1990 [4FE]

——— tribute to staff, H1990 [4FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (H. Res. 980), H110 [7JA]

Edwards, Gary: Sonoma, CA, Honorary Alcalde award recipient, E266 [25MR]

Fullerton, CA: anniversary of East Fullerton Little League, H2190 [12FE]

Hanford, CA: tribute to Sierra Pacific High School girls’ basketball team, H2560 [18MR]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (H. Res. 978), H112 [7JA]

Lew, Leslie: Napa County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Liu, Alysa: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2455 [5MR]

Los Angeles, CA: Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program funding, H2103 [10FE]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Maddy Institute: anniversary, E46 [15JA]

Municipal Water District of Orange County: anniversary, H1338 [22JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

Oakland, CA: anniversary of Grand Lake Theater, E181 [3MR]

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE]

Placentia, CA: anniversary, E36 [13JA]

Power resources: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Railroads: prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

Reyes Larios, Maricarmen: Sonoma County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E270 [25MR]

Sacramento, CA: anniversary of Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, H2205 [12FE]

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240 [19MR]

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170 [26FE]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

Santa Ana, CA: tribute to Santa Ana High School girls’ wrestling team, H2300 [25FE]

——— tribute to Segerstrom High School girls’ soccer team, H2553 [18MR]

St. Helena, CA: anniversary, E267 [25MR]

Stern, Margi: California 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264 [25MR]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, E254 [24MR]

——— tribute to St. Mary’s High School football team, E75 [27JA]

Taxation: condemn wealth tax proposal, H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

——— proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Telecommunications: management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

University of California: anniversary of Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), E263 [25MR]

Uribe, Anthony: Sacramento, CA, Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year award recipient, H1336 [22JA]

Vietnamese New Year: observance, H2204 [12FE]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106, H110 [7JA]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (S. 4053), S1011 [11MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (S. Res. 577), S119 [8JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Los Angeles, CA: anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, S550 [10FE], S645 [24FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 978, tribute to Doug LaMalfa, H112 [7JA]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. Res. 577, 2025 Southern California wildfires anniversary, S117 [8JA]

Tributes

Brownley, Representative, H937 [20JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H5 [6JA], H104, H121, H122 [7JA], H231–H239 [8JA], H604, H606, H611 [9JA], H619 [12JA]

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR BILINGUAL EDUCATION

Remarks in House

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E111 [5FE]

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE

Remarks in House

Autodesk Technology Engagement Center: funding, H2103 [10FE]

CALIFORNIA WATERFOWLERS HALL OF FAME

Remarks in House

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

CALVERT, KEN (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H2033 [4FE]

——— prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2484 [12MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

EPA: prohibit State standards relative to control of emissions from existing locomotives and engines used in locomotives (see H.R. 3194), H2120 [10FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H2477 [9MR]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2033 [4FE]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2551 [17MR]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (see H. Res. 978), H134 [7JA]

Remarks

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2528• [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer (H.R. 1663), H939 [20JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1189 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1964 [3FE]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2602 [19MR]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (H. Res. 978), H112 [7JA]

Tributes

Adkins, William B., E186• [4MR]

Evans, Rebecca Delgadillo, E159• [24FE]

Forbes, John R., E266• [25MR]

Harpole, Woodrow, E8• [7JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H121 [7JA], H231 [8JA]

CALVERT, RUBY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S287 [27JA]

CALVIN UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2548 [17MR]

CAMACHO, ISAAC

Remarks in House

Tribute, E47 [16JA]

CAMARILLO, MATEO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H911 [15JA]

CAMBODIA, KINGDOM OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

CAMDEN COUNTY, NJ

Remarks in House

Peeler, Jim: Camden County, NJ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66 [22JA]

CAMERON, TIM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2548 [17MR]

CAMEROON, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

CAMILO, MIGUELINA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E154 [23FE]

CAMMACK, KAT (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of HHS: conduct mandatory stuttering screenings for young children and guarantee Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage for speech therapy services (see H.R. 6364), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2032 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2033 [4FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2229 [17FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2370 [3MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H2477 [9MR]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2370 [3MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2712 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H1173 [21JA]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2259 [23FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2221 [12FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2330 [25FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (H.R. 8001), H2622 [19MR]

Taxation: allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (H.R. 7422), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2513 [16MR]

Theus, Harold: Florida Career Fire Chief of the Year award recipient, H610 [9JA]

Tributes

Bennett, James, H611 [9JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H611 [9JA]

Quinlan, Bill, H611 [9JA]

Rich, Mary S., H610 [9JA]

Tillman, Floyd (Sonny), H611 [9JA]

CAMMERMEYER, MARGARETHE (GRETHE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E124 [10FE]

CAMPBELL, BEN NIGHTHORSE (a former Senator from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions relative to

Tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H594 [9JA]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Tribute (S. Res. 585), S263 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 585, tribute, S261 [15JA]

CAMPBELL, JOSEPH

Remarks in House

Tribute, E93 [3FE]

CAMPBELL, JULIUS

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S914 [9MR]

CAMPBELL, M. LEE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E153 [23FE]

CAMPBELL-CRUZ, MARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E215 [16MR]

CANADA

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Education: establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

——— prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA]

Remarks in House

Immigration: secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H1939 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2175 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Health: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Texts of

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

CANADA-U.S. INTERPARLIAMENTARY GROUP

Appointments

Members, H801 [14JA]

CANOVA, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E105 [4FE]

CANTWELL, MARIA (a Senator from Washington)

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S138 [12JA], S166 [13JA], S221 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S349 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S116 [8JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (see S.J. Res. 84), S162 [13JA]

Commission on American Quantum Information Science Dominance: establish (see S. 1746), S1091 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Commerce: develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Energy and NSF: improve coordination on activities carried out under National Quantum Initiative Program (see S. 1343), S1091 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see S. 921), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S534 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to nonprofit organizations to assist such organizations in carrying out programs to provide service dogs to eligible veterans (see S. 1441), S959 [10MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S535 [9FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S732 [2MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S1092 [17MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see S. Res. 610), S610 [12FE]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see S. 3605), S115 [8JA]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Interior: convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see S. 3769), S470 [3FE]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Remarks

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S328 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S632 [24FE], S1154 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S234 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S328 [28JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S234 [15JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), S665 [25FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S329 [28JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S235 [15JA]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S234 [15JA]

Tariff: provide for notification to, and review by, Congress relative to imposition of duties (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S328 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S328 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S632 [24FE], S1154 [17MR]

CAO, ANH ‘‘JOSEPH’’ (a former Representative from Louisiana)

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

CAPE FOX LAND ENTITLEMENT FINALIZATION ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

CAPERS, JAMES, JR.

Bills and resolutions

Medal of Honor: award (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3377, award Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., H1967 [3FE]

CAPITAL PUNISHMENT related term(s) Courts

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

CAPITO, SHELLEY MOORE (a Senator from West Virginia)

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S271 [16JA]

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test comprehensive alternative response for emergencies model to support treatment-in-place services for seniors (see S. 3145), S17 [5JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1581 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see S. 2870), S50 [6JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 1283), S1580 [24MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S1615 [25MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S763 [3MR]

IRS: terminate tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations (see S. 3554), S471 [3FE]

Law enforcement officers: expand provisions of law allowing carriage of concealed weapons by active and retired officers (see S. 679), S681 [25FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see S. 1406), S763 [3MR]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see S. 2518), S1010 [11MR]

Motor vehicles: require that commercial driver’s licenses be restricted to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and individuals authorized to engage in employment that includes driving commercial motor vehicle (see S. 2690), S682 [25FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see S. 405), S344 [28JA]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S258 [15JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see S. 3442), S490 [4FE]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 3514), S916 [9MR]

——— repeal firearm transfer tax (see S. 1224), S1206 [18MR]

——— repeal firearm transfer tax, cosponsorship withdrawn (see S. 1224), S1368 [19MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S344 [28JA] (see S. 3752), S611 [12FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Remarks

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1332 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1332 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S412 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1333 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1332 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S412 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S363 [29JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1332 [19MR]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1332 [19MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Douglas Weaver to NRC: Committee on Environment and Public Works (Senate), S801 [4MR]

CAPITOL BUILDING AND GROUNDS

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Angst, Curtis J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Animals: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (see S. Res. 611), S610 [12FE]

Architect of the Capitol: direct to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

Capitol Police: establish reserve fund (see H.R. 7369), H2030 [4FE]

Coady, Declan J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (see H. Con. Res. 74), H2118 [10FE]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

Disabled: install adult changing room in Library of Congress and Capitol Visitor Center (see H.R. 7614), H2233 [20FE]

Emancipation Hall: authorize use for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

——— authorize use for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

Khork, Cody A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Klinner, John A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Koval, Seth R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Marzan, Robert M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Motion pictures: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (see H.R. 7162), H948 [20JA]

National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: authorize use of Grounds (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service: authorize use of Grounds (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pruitt, Ashley B.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Public demonstrations: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Savino, Ariana G.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Simmons, Tyler H.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Territories: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Tietjens, Noah L.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Poems

‘‘Each Dawn I Cross Beneath the Domed White Light,’’ Emma Ross, S265 [15JA]

‘‘I Came From Quiet Roads and Open Air,’’ Emma Ross, S265, S267 [15JA]

‘‘I Dreamed of Shaping Laws Before I Came,’’ Emma Ross, S265 [15JA]

‘‘In the Beginning,’’ Addison Norris, S265, S266 [15JA]

‘‘It’s a New Day, Here in the Capitol,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264, S266 [15JA]

‘‘Moments of Silence,’’ Lucas Hogan, S266 [15JA]

‘‘O Senate,’’ Jace Miles, S264 [15JA]

‘‘On the Rostrum’s Step I Take My Place,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264 [15JA]

‘‘One Hundred Senators,’’ Senator Booker, S267 [15JA]

‘‘Page’s Pledge (and Other Senate Confessions),’’ Maureen Bai, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Patterns Cover the Senate Floor,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Polarization at an All-Time High,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Shoes of the Senate,’’ Stephen Jiang, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Song They Left Us,’’ Addison Norris, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Sun Rises on the Capitol Dome,’’ Hunter Coy, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Throughout the Vast Halls of the Senate,’’ Cecilia Bleyer, S266 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), H2116 [10FE]

Emancipation Hall: authorize use for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), H2172 [11FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

Monuments and memorials: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

Motion pictures: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), E55 [20JA]

National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: authorize use of Grounds (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service: authorize use of Grounds (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

Public demonstrations: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Animals: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (S. Res. 611), S616 [12FE]

Architect of the Capitol: direct to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S25, S32, S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), S616 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

Emancipation Hall: authorize use for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), S728 [2MR]

——— authorize use for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (S. Con. Res. 29), S1560 [23MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Monuments and memorials: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Public demonstrations: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

Reports filed

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 72, use of Capitol Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust, H2172 [11FE]

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H. Con. Res. 74, joint session of Congress for Presidential address, H2116 [10FE]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

S. Con. Res. 29, use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I, S1547 [23MR]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 580, direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location, S56 [6JA], S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 611, use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade, S614 [12FE]

CAPITOL PAGES see Congress

CAPITOL POLICE see Congress

CARBAJAL, SALUD O. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H657 [12JA]

——— provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H2551 [17MR]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (see H.R. 6472), H2188 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1923 [30JA]

——— enter into cooperative agreements with State, local, or Tribal governments to increase purchase of local foods (see H.R. 4782), H1977 [3FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— modify limitations on amounts of farm ownership loans and operating loans (see H.R. 1991), H1916 [27JA]

——— strengthen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for families, adults looking for work, seniors, and disabled (see H.R. 5129), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Defense: improve dependent coverage under TRICARE Young Adult Program (see H.R. 4768), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2236 [20FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2531 [16MR]

——— require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H2236 [20FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H1950 [2FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2236 [20FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— promote child care and early learning (see H.R. 4418), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Transportation: allow recipients of certain grants to improve highway safety efforts through integration of predictive data analytics, telematics, and other advanced technologies (see H.R. 6874), H2229 [17FE]

——— designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

FERC: hold technical conference on protecting residential ratepayers from increased costs associated with large loads (see H.R. 6529), H2033 [4FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2229 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

GSA: ensure construction and acquisition of public buildings adheres to guiding principles for Federal architecture (see H.R. 1584), H2032 [4FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2677 [24MR]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2042 [5FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: provide that alien may request that removal proceeding take place through video conference or through telephone conference (see H.R. 6349), H253 [8JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1950 [2FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2485 [12MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H1976 [3FE]

——— ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide for update to single conversion factor under physician fee schedule that is based on Medicare Economic Index (see H.R. 6160), H2551 [17MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1173 [21JA]

NSF: establish National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (see H.R. 2385), H2551 [17MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1173 [21JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2677 [24MR]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H253 [8JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H2551 [17MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2236 [20FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H894 [14JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (H.R. 7526), H2220 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (H.R. 7976), H2597 [18MR]

Motions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo: anniversary, E111• [5FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H605 [9JA]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2164, H2165 [11FE]

Tributes

Kunkle, James, E15• [8JA]

CARDEN, THOMAS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2308 [25FE]

CARDEN, THOMAS M., JR.

Notices

Intention not to object to nomination of Thomas M. Carden, Jr., to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief: Senator Padilla, S140 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

National Guard: nomination to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief, S140 [12JA]

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Education: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Goals and ideals: support (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Observance, H2261 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Goals and ideals: support (S. Res. 617), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 617, support goals and ideals, S710 [26FE]

CAREER CRIMINAL ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8064), H2675 [24MR]

CAREER-CONNECTED LEARNING PATHWAYS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

CAREY, MIKE (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H719 [13JA]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish American Worker Retirement Plan to provide certain workers access to portable, tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts (see H.R. 2696), H2598 [18MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H2033 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H2097 [9FE]

Legislative branch of the Government: modify appointment and removal process for certain officers (see H.R. 6028), H2484 [12MR]

Library of Congress: carry out activities to support Armenian Genocide education programs (see H.R. 2585), H2042 [5FE]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish new payment rules for certain catastrophic specialty hospitals (see H.R. 5644), H2623 [19MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2032 [4FE]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (see H.R. 1357), H1916 [27JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H925 [16JA]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

Taxation: allow investment credit for certain water reuse projects (see H.R. 2940), H925 [16JA]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2259 [23FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2370 [3MR]

——— remove private or commercial golf courses and country clubs from list of uses for which certain proceeds cannot be used (see H.R. 1583), H921 [15JA]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (H.R. 7527), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, E241• [19MR]

Tributes

Bower, Jed, E63• [21JA]

Metzger, Scott, E63• [21JA]

CARGO TRANSPORTATION related term(s) Aviation; Merchant Marine Industry; Railroads; Shipping Industry; Transportation; Trucking Industry

Amendments

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1356 [19MR]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act, H2688 [25MR]

CARIBBEAN BASIN ECONOMIC RECOVERY ACT

Remarks in House

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6504, Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act, H642 [12JA]

CARIBBEAN NATIONS

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Proclamations

Tribute to Karlene Maxwell-Williams: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E234 [18MR]

Tribute to Khadine (Miss Kitty) Wilkinson: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Tribute to Morgan Heritage (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Tribute to Rutshelle Guillaume: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E232 [18MR]

Tribute to Yohan Blake: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E229 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

——— permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

Reports filed

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6504, Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act, H642 [12JA]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

CARL, JEREMY

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of State: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of State for International Organizations, S523 [9FE], S971 [11MR]

CARLSBAD, NM

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within Carlsbad, NM (see H.R. 7882), H2476 [9MR]

CARLSON, TUCKER

Remarks in House

Jews: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

CARLTON H. INGRAM VETERANS’ BENEFITS PROTECTION ACT see Veterans’ Benefits Protection Act

CARNATIC MUSIC ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E5 [6JA]

CARNEY, CHRISTOPHER AND JOY

Remarks in Senate

Waverly, IA: tribute to Z’s Pizza & Diner, S289 [27JA]

CARNEY, JOHN J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2548 [17MR]

CARR, BRENT

Prayers

House of Representatives, H2599 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2599 [19MR]

CARRILLO, JAIME E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E215 [16MR]

CARROLL, JIM, III

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

CARROLLTON, TX

Remarks in House

Good Elementary School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

CARSON, ANDRÉ (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (see H.R. 12), H1916 [27JA]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: increase enforcement of Animal Welfare Act violations (see H.R. 349), H2259 [23FE]

——— oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: extend interest rate limitation on debt entered into during military service to debt incurred during military service to consolidate or refinance student loans incurred before military service (see H.R. 6224), H136 [7JA]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Carbon Monoxide Action and Awareness Month: observance (see H. Res. 934), H1923 [30JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H2371 [3MR]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H922 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see H.R. 5867), H253 [8JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: establish pilot program for partnerships between covered basic needs banks and military installations to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families (see H.R. 6138), H1916 [27JA]

——— limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H2033 [4FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reauthorize and improve grant program to assist institutions of higher education in establishing, maintaining, and improving student veteran centers (see H.R. 6358), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: address health, hygiene, and limited child care options available for infants and toddlers, medically complex children, and certain adults who lack sufficient diapers or adult incontinence supplies (see H.R. 3508), H1949 [2FE]

——— address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2474 [5MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H1923 [30JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— expand eligibility of Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program to National Guard members who perform certain full-time duty (see H.R. 1423), H1173 [21JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2298 [24FE]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H136 [7JA]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2120 [10FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H1916 [27JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2712 [25MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Institute of Museum and Library Services: award grants to higher education institutions for courses that use only publicly available digital resources for required reading assignments (see H.R. 6686), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see H.R. 4231), H135 [7JA]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H136 [7JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National First-Generation College Celebration Day: designate (see H. Res. 850), H136 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

NIST: develop best practices and technical guidance on artificial intelligence (AI) model documentation (see H.R. 6461), H2484 [12MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1173 [21JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1949 [2FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

SSA: improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1923 [30JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: establish credit for domestic production of high-performance rare earth magnets (see H.R. 1496), H921 [15JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H1923 [30JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, Tuskegee, AL: designate (see H.R. 6006), H2236 [20FE]

Wildlife: prohibit certain activities involving prohibited primate species (see H.R. 3199), H2551 [17MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, E4• [6JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82• [30JA]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85• [30JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2257• [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2257• [23FE]

Votes: correction, E45• [15JA]

Tributes

Hamilton, Lee H., E160• [24FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr., E157• [24FE]

CARSON, IRMADINE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E83 [30JA]

CARTER, CHELSEA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E195 [5MR]

CARTER, EARL L. ‘‘BUDDY’’ (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: promote use of Classic Learning Test (CLT) at military service academies and federally-run schools (see H.R. 5968), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: direct Inspector General to investigate payment increases under certain programs (see H.R. 6881), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see H.R. 7612), H2474 [5MR]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize commemorative work in District of Columbia and environs to honor U.S. citizens and legal residents killed as victims of crimes committed by individuals unlawfully present in U.S. (see H.R. 6643), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR]

EPA: exclude certain units of facilities from definition of solid waste incineration unit (see H.R. 6566), H719 [13JA]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H2422 [4MR]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H656 [12JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2334 [26FE]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H719 [13JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1916 [27JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1949 [2FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H1173 [21JA]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1352 [22JA]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2551 [17MR]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

——— exclude from gross income gain from sale of qualified real property interests acquired under Dept. of Defense Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) program (see H.R. 1083), H1352 [22JA]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2259 [23FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

FDA: enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

Health care professionals: recognize importance of clinical roles of locum tenens physicians (see H.R. 7686), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

St. Paul, MN: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (H.R. 7462), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (H.R. 7352), H2031 [4FE]

FDA: enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (H.R. 7528), H2220 [12FE]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (H.R. 7423), H2096 [9FE]

Health care professionals: recognize importance of clinical roles of locum tenens physicians (H.R. 7686), H2329 [25FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (H.R. 6975), H252 [8JA]

Remarks

Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (organization): dedication of Savannah, GA, chapter monuments, H1989 [4FE]

Army: tribute, H648 [12JA]

Augusta University: tribute to Georgia Legislative Internship Program student participants, H2416 [4MR]

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Burns, Mark: Living Legends of Aviation (organization) inductee, H2102 [10FE]

Cephus, Joe: Evans County, GA, Sheriff’s Office Support Officer of the Year Award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H596 [9JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2146 [11FE]

FDA: publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Ford, Kay: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

Georgia: inclusion of golf courses in Golfweek (publication) Top 200 resort golf courses list, H1126 [21JA]

Georgia Southern University: tribute to Ethics Bowl team, H2591 [18MR]

Glennville, GA: Bland Farms recipient of Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award, H2415 [4MR]

Hanley, Matt: inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

Harn, Barbara: Georgia Hospital Association James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

Health care professionals: tribute to pharmacists, H1989 [4FE]

Jones, Andruw: National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, H2415 [4MR]

Kemp, Brian: Safari Club International Governor of the Year award recipient, H2586 [18MR]

Lee, Kendria: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Emerging Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

NeSmith, Seth: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero award recipient, H1159 [21JA]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2163 [11FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H803 [14JA]

Parker, Greg: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Pooler, GA: reopening of Miss Sophie’s restaurant, H2414 [4MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H803 [14JA]

Savannah, GA: anniversary of Gallery 209 (art gallery), H664 [13JA]

——— inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7• [7JA]

Seiler, Swann: United Way Woman of the Year award recipient, H664 [13JA]

St. Marys, GA: anniversary of Riverview Hotel, H663 [13JA]

Stafford, Matthew: National Football League Most Valuable Player award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Taylor, Elana Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2414 [4MR]

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2277• [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2146 [11FE]

WECC–Radio (Folkston, GA): tribute, H2593 [18MR]

Young Harris College: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2593 [18MR]

Tributes

Adams, Michael, H2102 [10FE]

Anderson, Steven C., H2414 [4MR]

Bettis, Pamela, H2417 [4MR]

Blackerby, Steven, H2172 [11FE]

Brown, Paul W., H2015 [4FE]

Carden, Thomas, H2308 [25FE]

Center, Miriam Kantsiper, H2592 [18MR]

Chase, Donald, H2415 [4MR]

Clark, Jay, H2415 [4MR]

Collins, Sandra, H2417 [4MR]

Connell, Kristi Goodwin, H2417 [4MR]

Crawford, Chris, H2709 [25MR]

Davis, Linda, H2414 [4MR]

Davis, Randall E., Sr., H2592 [18MR]

Estrella, Alexandra, H2594 [18MR]

Eswine, Bill, H1990 [4FE]

Fender, Ronnie, H1989 [4FE]

Foster, Fernando, H2415 [4MR]

Gilliard, Carl, H2593 [18MR]

Grant, John W., Jr., H2591 [18MR]

Griffis, Demarious A. (Leone), E129• [11FE]

Harbison, Ed, H2593 [18MR]

Hembree, Bill, H1939 [2FE]

High, Asa, H2709 [25MR]

Hogan, Martin, H2414 [4MR]

Holt, Cecil C., Jr., H2415 [4MR]

Jackson, Edna, H2706 [25MR]

Jones, Ernest, IV, H2416 [4MR]

Jones, Jan, H2592 [18MR]

Kern, John S., H2592 [18MR]

Kiger, James, H2417 [4MR]

Knight, Michele, H2593 [18MR]

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

Lawrence, Preston, H2593 [18MR]

Leone, Joel, H2607 [19MR]

Macdonald, Mike, H2416 [4MR]

Manders, Steve, H1336 [22JA]

Morris, Sonny, H228 [8JA]

Morrison, Scott, H2591 [18MR]

Parker, Sandra Waters, H2415 [4MR]

Patrick, Garry J., H2593 [18MR]

Petrea, Tony, H2591 [18MR]

Proctor, Michael, H2591 [18MR]

Randall, Joe, H2592 [18MR]

Reed, David, H2416 [4MR]

Shah, Brandon A., H2594 [18MR]

Shaver, Fred W., Jr., H2708 [25MR]

Shepherd, Patrick M., H2453 [5MR]

Shores, Raymond, E10• [7JA]

Sims, Freddie Powell, H2708 [25MR]

Swann, Albert J., III (AJ), H2592 [18MR]

Tamang, Pradeep, H2416 [4MR]

Thomas, Stephen (Tracker), H2102 [10FE]

Thompson, Jason B., H2593 [18MR]

Thompson, Roy, H2594 [18MR]

West, Agnes M. Patrick, H2708 [25MR]

Whittenburg, George, H2103 [10FE]

Wildenradt, Annie L., H2592 [18MR]

Wright, Daniel W., Jr., H2594 [18MR]

Young, Howard T., H2667 [24MR]

CARTER, JOHN R. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: develop strategic plan to address mental health of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6383), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: carry out grant program to help certain Armed Forces members, veterans, and their spouses, obtain employment in energy industry (see H.R. 4105), H1923 [30JA]

FCC: prohibit application of private land use restrictions to amateur service communications without reasonable accommodations (see H.R. 1094), H2188 [11FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H2097 [9FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see H.R. 5993), H1173 [21JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic in Georgetown, TX, as major medical facility project (see H.R. 7489), H2185 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic in Georgetown, TX, as major medical facility project (H.R. 7489), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179• [3MR]

Mikeska, Tim: Taylor, TX, Outstanding Citizen of the Year award recipient, E47• [16JA]

Round Rock, TX: tribute to Round Rock High School Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49• [16JA]

Tributes

Garretson, Elijah M., E157• [24FE]

Kamas, Susan, E50• [16JA]

McCook, Charles W. (Woody), E48• [16JA]

Patterson, Nancy, E160• [24FE]

Topitzer, Matthew N., E47• [16JA]

Wooldridge, Dan, E51• [16JA]

CARTER, STUART

Remarks in House

Tribute, H109 [7JA]

CARTER, TROY A. (a Representative from Louisiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: enter into cooperative agreements with State, local, or Tribal governments to increase purchase of local foods (see H.R. 4782), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H1977 [3FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize health care providers to provide recommendations and opinions to veterans regarding participation in State marijuana programs (see H.R. 1384), H1352 [22JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2236 [20FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

Health: clarify that organ donation surgery qualifies as serious health condition under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 4582), H2229 [17FE]

——— prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see H.R. 4583), H2229 [17FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2371 [3MR]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see H.R. 6214), H2229 [17FE]

Music and dance: establish Artist Compensation Royalty Fund (see H.R. 5664), H616 [9JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Newark, NJ: honor memory of victims of 1967 riots and acknowledge enduring impact on Newark community (see H. Res. 578), H136 [7JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Ukraine: provide for adjustment of status of nationals of Ukraine (see H.R. 3104), H2598 [18MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

——— study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (H.R. 7092), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: strengthen mental health workforce (H.R. 7787), H2421 [4MR]

——— study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (H.R. 7602), H2234 [20FE]

Tributes

Brooke, Edward W., III, E187• [4MR]

Francis, Norman C., E195• [5MR]

Waiters, Kang Yop Pak, E191• [5MR]

CARTHAGE, ME

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S625 [23FE]

CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON

Remarks in House

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

CASALENA, MARY JO

Remarks in House

National Wild Turkey Federation: Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H2636 [24MR]

CASAR, GREG (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Business and industry: make price gouging unlawful, expand FTC ability to seek permanent injunctions and equitable relief, and require companies disclose costs and pricing strategies in SEC filings (see H.R. 4528), H2259 [23FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy: require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1352 [22JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FEC: place reasonable limits on contributions to Super PACs which make independent expenditures (see H.R. 2352), H2236 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H1352 [22JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1916 [27JA]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (H.R. 7955), H2551 [17MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (H.R. 7728), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), E193• [5MR]

Votes: position on missed, E31• [13JA], E61• [21JA]

CASE, ED (a Representative from Hawaii)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Advisory Council To Support Victims of Gun Violence: establish (see H.R. 2837), H949 [20JA]

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H253 [8JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2552 [17MR]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H616 [9JA]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1352 [22JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— increase access to, and minimum speeds of, broadband telecommunications services in rural areas, and provide grants, loans, and loan guarantees to finance costs of such services (see H.R. 3280), H2712 [25MR]

——— provide grants to covered entities to develop, modify, or implement climate adaptation and climate mitigation proposals on agricultural land (see H.R. 6341), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (see H.R. 4642), H616 [9JA]

EPA: reauthorize pilot program for alternative water source projects (see H.R. 6075), H2225 [13FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2422 [4MR]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2677 [24MR]

FEMA: amend certain preparedness, transit, and port security grant programs to improve oversight, transparency, and stakeholder engagement in administration of such programs (see H.R. 6507), H2097 [9FE]

——— condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Foreign trade: permanently provide privilege of de minimis treatment to importation into customs territory of U.S. of articles originating from certain territories (see H.R. 5960), H253 [8JA]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

Health Care Provider Protection Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 929), H135 [7JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H656 [12JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1916 [27JA]

National Cancer Institute: conduct review of current state of stomach cancer incidence, prevention, screening, awareness, and future public health importance (see H.R. 4841), H1916 [27JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H2033 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H2120 [10FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2097 [9FE]

SBA: codify ‘‘rule of two’’ requiring agencies to set aside acquisitions for small businesses based on whether two or more small businesses are expected to submit offers at fair market prices (see H.R. 2804), H2598 [18MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1964 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1964 [3FE]

Peace Corps: anniversary, E244• [19MR]

CASON, JAMES

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S756 [3MR]

CASPER, WY

Remarks in House

Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times best clothing stores list, H2013 [4FE]

CASS, WILLIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E61 [21JA]

CASSIDY, BILL (a Senator from Louisiana)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S805, S838, S846 [4MR], S933 [9MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S422 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare (see S. 2464), S708 [26FE]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Education: provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S471 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S490 [4FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: discontinue collection by Federal Government of firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses and require destruction of such collected records (see S. 119), S578 [11FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

——— provide that silencers be treated same as firearms accessories relative to registration and transfer laws (see S. 345), S533 [9FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Fraternal organizations: recognize benefits provided by tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies to their members and communities (see S. Con. Res. 6), S471 [3FE]

FTC: report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

Medicare: improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see S. 2730), S1581 [24MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S535 [9FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S708 [26FE]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Taxation: exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 3514), S763 [3MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S579 [11FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out pilot program to provide market-based rate adjustments to certain providers for qualifying specialized surgical services to veterans under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 4131), S1205 [18MR]

Foreign trade: impose additional requirements relative to importers of record (see S. 4003), S881 [5MR]

——— modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

Medicare: eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Remarks

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S146 [13JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1629 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1005 [11MR], S1467 [21MR]

FDA: restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S284 [27JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S146 [13JA]

Senate: legislative program, S1016 [11MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1005 [11MR], S1467 [21MR]

Reports filed

Dept. of HHS Guidance on Whether Hospital Emergency Departments Should Implement Fentanyl Testing as Routine Procedure for Patients Experiencing Overdose: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 921), S343 [28JA]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Tributes

Green, Joe S., S956• [10MR]

Hilton, William E., S1629 [25MR]

Lofton, Winton P., Sr., S574• [11FE]

Ohlmeyer, Christopher, S452 [3FE]

CASTEN, SEAN (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1916 [27JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2098 [9FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: clarify availability and appropriateness of training for local school food service personnel (see H.R. 3367), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H949 [20JA]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2098 [9FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2298 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H135 [7JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H2120 [10FE]

FRS: prohibit dual appointments of employees (see H.R. 5499), H2330 [25FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H135 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see H.R. 7741), H2371 [3MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

FERC: issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (H.R. 7977), H2597 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (H.R. 7606), H2235 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (H.R. 7607), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (H.R. 7246), H1915 [27JA]

FERC: issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (H.R. 7729), H2333 [26FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (H.R. 7819), H2472 [5MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (H.R. 7645), H2258 [23FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H897 [15JA]

Remarks

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H230 [8JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H900 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314, H2315, H2319 [25FE]

Tributes

LaPointe, Sandra, H2174 [11FE]

CASTOR, KATHY (a Representative from Florida)

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, Emily L. Mahoney and Max Chesnes, Tampa Bay (FL) Times, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Ali, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 485), H921 [15JA]

Animals: prohibit slaughter of equines for human consumption (see H.R. 1661), H925 [16JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2297 [24FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 1229), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

——— study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2297 [24FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (H.R. 7305), H1949 [2FE]

Letters

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127• [11FE]

Motions

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, E243• [19MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H126 [7JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H596, H597 [9JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2282, H2283 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H128, H129 [7JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2152 [11FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H128 [7JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2302, H2305 [25FE]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127• [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H126 [7JA]

Starling School & Day Care Center, Inc.: anniversary, E239• [19MR]

Tampa, FL: anniversary of Ballast Point Elementary School, E114• [9FE]

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243• [19MR]

Votes: position on missed, E116• [9FE]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241• [19MR]

Tributes

Brayboy, Elihu and Carolyn, E237• [19MR]

Gallardo, Gypsy, E238• [19MR]

Hagarty, Robert J., E185• [4MR]

Henderson, Gwendolyn, E242• [19MR]

Jones, Candy Lowe, E245• [19MR]

Knight, Marvin R., E246• [19MR]

CASTRO, JOAQUIN (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Azerbaijan: provide for review of sanctions (see H.R. 5369), H1352 [22JA]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2552 [17MR]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2334 [26FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2297 [24FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H2330 [25FE]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Library of Congress: carry out activities to support Armenian Genocide education programs (see H.R. 2585), H1352 [22JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2033 [4FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2477 [9MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of State: establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

Rodriguez, Cristina M.: tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (H.R. 7059), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of State: establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (H.R. 7675), H2329 [25FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2407 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1322 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2019 [4FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), E193• [5MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2159 [11FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2019 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2407 [4MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2159 [11FE]

Subpoena Notices

U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, H1993 [4FE]

Tributes

Coronado, Gil, E148• [20FE]

Griffin, Doris, E54• [20JA]

CASTRO VALLEY, CA

Remarks in House

Pete’s Ace Hardware (business): anniversary, E48 [16JA]

CATAWBA INDIAN TRIBE OF SOUTH CAROLINA LAND CLAIMS SETTLEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Education: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Education: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

CATO INSTITUTE

Articles and editorials

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

CATO INSTITUTE BLOG (publication)

Articles and editorials

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, H2572 [18MR]

CAUDILL, SANFORD (DAN)

Addresses

Tribute to Dan Caudill: Jennifer Hancock, S418 [30JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S417 [30JA]

CAVIL, CHESTER L.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S249 [15JA]

CAZARES, AMERICA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2586 [18MR]

CBS8.COM (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

CEASEFIRE COMPLIANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

CEDAR PARK, TX

Remarks in House

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179 [3MR]

CEKADA, ROBERT

Reports filed

Nomination To Be ATF Director: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

CEMETERIES AND FUNERALS related term(s) National Cemeteries

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Angst, Curtis J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (see S. 4126), S1090 [17MR]

Coady, Declan J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

——— establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

——— extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

——— increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

——— report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

——— standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (see H.R. 6943), H11 [6JA]

Khork, Cody A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Klinner, John A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Koval, Seth R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Marzan, Robert M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pruitt, Ashley B.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Savino, Ariana G.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Simmons, Tyler H.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H918 [15JA]

Tietjens, Noah L.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Letters

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2511 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize to convey, without consideration, certain cemeteries (H.R. 4284), H2510, H2511 [16MR]

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Marana, AZ: anniversary of Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, E209 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (S. 4126), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

Reports filed

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4284, Small Cemetery Conveyance Act, H2510 [16MR]

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

CENSUS

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (see S. 3756), S442 [2FE]

——— prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Citizenship: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Population: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

CENSUS BUREAU see Bureau of the Census

CENTENARY COLLEGE OF LOUISIANA

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary (S. Res. 543), S90 [7JA]

CENTER, MIRIAM KANTSIPER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Health: reauthorize programs relating to oral health promotion and disease prevention (see S. 4008), S881 [5MR]

Health care professionals: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

WISEWOMAN program: reauthorize and expand (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Health: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: tribute to employees, H2014 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 4008, Promoting Dental Health Act, S887 [5MR]

CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES

Bills and resolutions

Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation: require to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

Health care facilities: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

Motions

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Rural Health Transformation Program: funding, H229 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Rural Health Transformation Program: funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

CENTERVILLE, IA

Remarks in Senate

Centerville Produce, LLC: tribute, S47 [6JA]

CENTERVILLE PRODUCE, LLC

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S47 [6JA]

CENTRAL AMERICA

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY

Bills and resolutions

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Simmons, Joshua: nomination to be CIA General Counsel, S19 [6JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

CEPHUS, JOE

Remarks in House

Evans County, GA: Sheriff’s Office Support Officer of the Year Award recipient, H664 [13JA]

CHAFEE OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEW NETWORKS AND EXISTING CONNECTION TRUST (CONNECT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Clermont, OH: tribute to Clermont Chamber of Commerce, H2044 [9FE]

Dawson, Julie: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Community Champion Award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Equalized Productions, LLC: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Hammond, Della: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143 [20FE]

Hill, Chris and Deana: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187 [4MR]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

Marriott, John: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Mount Vernon, NY: tribute to Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce, H2378 [4MR]

New Baltimore, MI: anniversary of Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce, E69 [22JA]

Parker County, TX: anniversary of Parker County Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce, E165 [25FE]

Rochester, MN: anniversary of Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, H2268 [24FE]

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37 [13JA]

Uribe, Anthony: Sacramento, CA, Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year award recipient, H1336 [22JA]

Williams, Dan: Woodland Park, CO, Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Wilson, Ryan: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148 [20FE]

CHAMBERSBURG, PA

Remarks in House

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

CHANDLER, AZ

Bills and resolutions

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building: designate (see H.R. 7714), H2328 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building: designate (H.R. 7714), H2307 [25FE]

CHAPMAN, FRANK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H664 [13JA]

CHARALAMBOUS, PETER

Articles and editorials

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

CHARITIES related term(s) Nonprofit Organizations; Tax-Exempt Organizations

Bills and resolutions

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Political campaigns: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

CHARLESTON, SC

Obituaries

Metz, Karen A., E100 [4FE]

CHARLOTTE, NC

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S747 [3MR]

CHARLOTTE BUSINESS JOURNAL (publication)

Remarks in House

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA

Remarks in House

Charlottesville Hyperbarics: tribute, H2206 [12FE]

CHARTIS CENTER FOR RURAL HEALTH

Remarks in House

Gloucester, VA: tribute to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital inclusion in Chartis Center for Rural Health Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals list, E207 [12MR]

CHASE, DONALD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2415 [4MR]

CHATHAM COUNTY, GA

Remarks in House

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

CHATMAN, DEANNA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1364 [19MR]

CHÁVEZ, CÉSAR E.

Bills and resolutions

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

CHEEKTOWAGA, NY

Remarks in House

Murray Roofing Co., Inc.: anniversary, E265 [25MR]

CHELSEA, ME

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S1610 [25MR]

CHEMICAL ABORTION RISK AWARENESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS CONTROL AND WARFARE ELIMINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

CHEMICAL WEAPONS related term(s) Weapons

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

CHEMICALS

Bills and resolutions

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

Dept. of Commerce: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (see H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

FDA: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Taxation: provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

CHERFILUS-McCORMICK, SHEILA (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Education: strengthen and expand adult education programs (see H.R. 2789), H2032 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2474 [5MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H894 [14JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2097 [9FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H925 [16JA]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Taxation: prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

Immigration: limit removal from U.S. of certain recipients of temporary protected status who are essential workers (see H.R. 7899), H2481 [12MR]

Taxation: modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (see H.R. 7820), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (H.R. 8042), H2676 [24MR]

Immigration: limit removal from U.S. of certain recipients of temporary protected status who are essential workers (H.R. 7899), H2483 [12MR]

Taxation: modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (H.R. 7820), H2472 [5MR]

Lists

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225• [17MR]

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Proclamations

Tribute to Beenie Man (musical artist): by, E173• [3MR]

Tribute to Buju Banton (musical artist): by, E176• [3MR]

Tribute to Busy Signal (musical artist): by, E179• [3MR]

Tribute to Karlene Maxwell-Williams: by, E234• [18MR]

Tribute to Khadine (Miss Kitty) Wilkinson: by, E224• [17MR]

Tribute to Morgan Heritage (musical artist): by, E223• [17MR]

Tribute to Ronald W. Surin II: by, E227• [17MR]

Tribute to Rutshelle Guillaume: by, E232• [18MR]

Tribute to Shaggy (musical artist): by, E181• [3MR]

Tribute to Spragga Benz (musical artist): by, E178• [3MR]

Tribute to Vybz Kartel (musical artist): by, E175• [3MR]

Tribute to Wayne Wonder (musical artist): by, E182• [3MR]

Tribute to Yohan Blake: by, E229• [18MR]

Remarks

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225• [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, E230• [18MR]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA

Bills and resolutions

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

CHERRY, TYMESHA

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

CHERRY HILL, NJ

Remarks in House

Peeler, Jim: Camden County, NJ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66 [22JA]

CHESAPEAKE BAY WATERSHED ADVANCEMENT FOR TRAINING, EDUCATION, RESTORATION, AND SCIENCE (WATERS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

CHESNES, MAX

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

CHESTER COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Timothy O’Connor, Jr., H2547 [17MR]

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA

Remarks in House

Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program: anniversary, E143 [20FE]

CHICAGO, IL

Bills and resolutions

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Chicago Indo-US Lions Club: tribute, E3 [6JA]

Food Market La Chiquita (business): anniversary, H594 [9JA]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

Independent Grocers Alliance, Inc.: anniversary, E76 [27JA]

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S433 [2FE]

Texts of

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HHS: promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

CHILD CARE INTEGRITY MONITORING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

CHILD CARE PAYMENT INTEGRITY AND FRAUD ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

CHILD CARE SUPPLY TAX CREDIT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

CHILD NUTRITION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

CHILD PREDATORS ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6715, provisions, H630 [12JA]

CHILDREN AND TEENS’ ONLINE PRIVACY PROTECTION ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 836, provisions, S861–S868 [5MR]

CHILDREN AND YOUTH related term(s) Education; Families and Domestic Relations; Schools

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, H1144 [21JA]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Business and industry: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate): establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see S. 3815), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7467), H2118 [10FE]

——— excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

——— strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

Crime: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (see H.R. 7293), H1921 [30JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— combat fraud in federally funded child care programs (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see S. 3802), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

——— maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (see H.R. 7236), H1912 [23JA]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

——— support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

——— recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

——— request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (see H.R. 7218), H1349 [22JA]

——— require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

——— require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

IRS: create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

——— direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

Mental health: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR] (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE] (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— establish New Child Tax Credit and provide for American Dream Accounts (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

——— provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Technology: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1074), H2258 [23FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Ada Allen, S757 [3MR]

——— Saralynn Anderson, S756 [3MR]

——— Sophie Hehir, S759 [3MR]

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: Representative Frederica S. Wilson, E212 [12MR]

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: Representative Patronis, E85 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

Akron, OH: tribute to Archbishop Hoban High School girls’ basketball team, H2608 [19MR]

American Institute For Foreign Study: anniversary of Au Pair in America program, E248 [20MR]

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Bedford, TX: tribute to Bedford Heights School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219 [16MR]

Blythewood, SC: tribute to Blythewood High School girls’ basketball team, E208 [12MR]

——— tribute to Westwood High School boys’ basketball team, E212 [12MR]

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

Brandon, MS: anniversary of Girl Scout Camp Wahi, E177 [3MR]

Broomfield, CO: anniversary of Cub Scout Pack 545, E19 [9JA]

Carrollton, TX: tribute to Good Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Claysburg, PA: tribute to Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

Clearfield County, PA: opening of student-run cafe at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, H928 [20JA]

Columbia, SC: tribute to Ridge View High School boys’ basketball team, E209 [12MR]

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

Coppell, TX: tribute to Coppell High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207 [12MR]

Costa, Representative: legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Dallas, TX: tribute to H. Grady Spruce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Harry C. Withers Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Moss Haven Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220 [16MR]

——— tribute to RISD Academy participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218 [16MR]

——— tribute to South Oak Cliff High School football team, H230 [8JA], E116 [9FE]

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224 [17MR]

Danny Fund, Inc.: tribute, H604 [9JA]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

Delaware: tribute to paid family and medical leave program enactment, H104 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

——— disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

——— Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

——— release Federal TRIO programs grant applications, H2636 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

——— provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2190, H2206 [12FE]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

DeSoto, TX: tribute to DeSoto High School football team, H230 [8JA], E113 [9FE]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2083 [9FE]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Euless, TX: tribute to Arbor Creek Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215 [16MR]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

——— importance of men in families, H2612 [19MR]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Farmers Branch, TX: tribute to Early College School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Fathers M.I.A. (organization): anniversary, E265 [25MR]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (H.R. 7040), H1162 [21JA]

Fort Worth, TX: tribute to All Saints’ Episcopal School football team, E165 [25FE]

——— tribute to Trinity Valley School girls’ soccer team, E163 [25FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Fullerton, CA: anniversary of East Fullerton Little League, H2190 [12FE]

Gastonia, NC: tribute to Hunter Huss High School boys’ basketball team, H2488 [16MR]

Gilchrist, Kate: Emerging Young Artist award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Goldsboro, NC: tribute to Goldsboro High School girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Grapevine, TX: tribute Grapevine Faith Christian School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Hanford, CA: tribute to Sierra Pacific High School girls’ basketball team, H2560 [18MR]

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Iola, KS: Iola High School 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

Keller, TX: tribute to Central High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Kinston, NC: tribute to Kinston High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31 [13JA]

Lewis, Jacob: Eagle Scout Award recipient, E95 [3FE]

LGBT: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Magnolia, TX: tribute to Magnolia Junior High School boys’ basketball team, H2045 [9FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1175, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

Melbourne, FL: tribute to Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy boys’ soccer team, H2588 [18MR]

Meredith, Miley: Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

Mill Hall, PA: tribute to Central Mountain Middle School and Central Mountain High School twirlers, H727 [14JA]

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

Morenci, AZ: tribute to Morenci High School boys’ wrestling team, H2377 [4MR]

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

National FFA Week: observance, H2262, H2264 [24FE]

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month: observance, H666 [13JA]

National Scouting America Day: observance, H1983 [4FE]

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

New Rochelle, NY: tribute to New Rochelle YMCA, H2608 [19MR]

New Rochelle Bar Association: tribute to Lawyers in the Classroom program, H2377 [4MR]

Newark, NJ: tribute to Arts High School girls’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

——— tribute to Malcolm X Shabazz High School boys’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

North Augusta, SC: tribute to North Augusta High School boys’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

——— tribute to North Augusta High School girls’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

North Richland Hills, TX: tribute to St. John the Apostle Catholic School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Orosz, Christine: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Oxford, AL: tribute to Oxford High School boys’ basketball team, E227 [17MR]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Panarese, Melanie: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Pennsylvania: tribute to 17th Congressional District Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League high school champions, H801 [14JA]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185 [4MR]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Petoskey, MI: tribute to Petoskey High School steel drum band, E270 [25MR]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Prince William County, VA: tribute to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56 [20JA]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Randolph, MA: tribute to Randolph High School football team, H145 [8JA]

Reston, VA: tribute to South Lakes High School girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, E242 [19MR]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

Richardson, TX: tribute to Berkner High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216 [16MR]

——— tribute to J.J. Pearce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210 [12MR]

Rochester, NY: tribute to James Monroe High School football team, H698 [13JA]

Rocky Mount, NC: tribute to Northern Nash High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Round Rock, TX: tribute to Round Rock High School Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49 [16JA]

Sahuarita, AZ: tribute to Sahuarita High School boys’ wrestling team, H2378 [4MR]

Salem, VA: tribute to Glenvar High School boys’ cross country team, H2099 [10FE]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Santa Ana, CA: tribute to Santa Ana High School girls’ wrestling team, H2300 [25FE]

——— tribute to Segerstrom High School girls’ soccer team, H2553 [18MR]

Santa Clarita, CA: honor members of Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team who died in car crash and express condolences to families, H2190 [12FE]

Schoenfeld, Jilian: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Scouting America (organization): tribute to Port Chester, NY, Scout Troop 400 and Scout Troop 420, H911 [15JA]

Starling School & Day Care Center, Inc.: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Stockton, CA: tribute to St. Mary’s High School football team, E75 [27JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Tampa, FL: anniversary of Ballast Point Elementary School, E114 [9FE]

Taxation: establish credit for adult child caregivers, H1970 [3FE]

——— expand earned income and child tax credits (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

——— tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Tiger, GA: tribute to Rabun County High School boys’ basketball team, H2607 [19MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE]

Tucson, AZ: tribute to Catalina Foothills High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

——— tribute to Mica Mountain High School football team, H140 [8JA]

——— tribute to Salpointe Catholic High School girls’ soccer team, H2685 [25MR]

——— tribute to Tanque Verde High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

University of California: anniversary of Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), E263 [25MR]

Vail, AZ: tribute to Cienega High School marching band, H726 [14JA]

VanDyke, Brayden: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Vero Beach, FL: tribute to Vero Beach High School career and technical education programs, H2640 [24MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Walla Walla, WA: tribute to Walla Walla High School 1984 girls’ basketball team, H1981 [4FE]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Waverly, OH: tribute to Waverly High School marching band, H2044 [9FE]

Whitehouse, OH: tribute to Anthony Wayne High School cheerleading team, H2587 [18MR]

Wilson, NC: tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy football team, H908 [15JA]

——— tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Winchester, VA: tribute to James Wood High School girls’ volleyball team, H2099 [10FE]

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Winslow, Jack: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Youth Art Month: observance, E179 [3MR]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Administration for Children and Families: tribute to Home for Every Child initiative, S1525 [23MR]

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (S. 3815), S554 [10FE]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

——— establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

——— improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention (S. 162), S1525 [23MR]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Immigration: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children, S977–S979 [11MR]

——— authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

Internet: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S199 [14JA], S283, S284 [27JA], S307 [28JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

National Day of Play: designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (S. Res. 600), S516 [5FE]

National School Choice Week: observance, S366, S367 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (S. Res. 626), S851 [4MR], S907 [9MR]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S102 [8JA], S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357, S366 [29JA], S952 [10MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

——— improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

YMCA: anniversary (S. Res. 642), S1051 [12MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94 [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 6392, Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act, H2364 [3MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. 3815, create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse, S555 [10FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 587, National School Choice Week, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

S. Res. 596, National School Counseling Week, S492 [4FE]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 600, National Mentoring Month, S514 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 622, National FFA Week, S712 [26FE]

S. Res. 624, National Social and Emotional Learning Week, S734 [2MR]

S. Res. 626, National Speech and Debate Education Day, S804 [4MR]

S. Res. 628, Music in Our Schools Month, S888 [5MR]

S. Res. 639, establish annual Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate) academic civics competition for secondary school students, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 641, Girl Scouts anniversary, S1050 [12MR]

S. Res. 642, YMCA anniversary, S1051 [12MR]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

S. Res. 655, National Day of Play, S1517 [22MR]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

CHILDREN’S ONLINE PRIVACY PROTECTION ACT

Amendments

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

CHINA, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF

Appointments

Congressional-Executive Commission on China, H801 [14JA]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see S. 3857), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7780), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Foreign policy: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Power resources: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Foreign policy: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, E117 [9FE]

Mining and mineral resources: combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, S544 [10FE]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Reports filed

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

CHINA, REPUBLIC OF see Taiwan

CHINA TRADE CHEATING RESTITUTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

CHIPS AND SCIENCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Employment: require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

CHIRICAHUA NATIONAL PARK ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6380), H2525–H2527 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6380, provisions, H2525 [16MR]

CHIROPRACTORS see Health Care Professionals

CHISHOLM, SHIRLEY (a former Representative from New York)

Remarks in House relative to

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

CHLOE COLE ACT see Hea

CHOBANIAN, ANDREW

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

CHOKOLOSKEE, FL

Remarks in House

Ted Smallwood Store: anniversary, E109 [4FE]

CHRISCOE FAMILY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E143 [20FE]

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, MO

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

CHRISTMAN, SHAWN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E97 [3FE]

CHRISTMAS DAY

Remarks in House

Savannah, GA: inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

CHU, JUDY (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H657 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve purchasing of food (see H.R. 6706), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H656 [12JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: authorize Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (see H.R. 4733), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2598 [18MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H2119 [10FE]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Ecology and environment: encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain western population of monarch butterflies (see H.R. 4062), H2336 [2MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

——— strengthen background check procedures to be followed before Federal firearms licensee may transfer firearm to person who is not licensee (see H.R. 3868), H2229 [17FE]

Foreign policy: address transnational repression by foreign governments against private individuals (see H.R. 4829), H2033 [4FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Homeless: provide path to end homelessness (see H.R. 4872), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H2712 [25MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1950 [2FE]

National Park Service: encourage reduction of disposable plastic products in units of National Park System (see H.R. 3604), H13 [6JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: set minimum annual goal for number of refugees to be admitted (see H.R. 6870), H1916 [27JA]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: eliminate loopholes that allow billionaires to defer tax indefinitely through certain planning strategies and modify certain tax provisions so that billionaires are required to pay taxes annually (see H.R. 5427), H2097 [9FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (H.R. 7463), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (H.R. 7608), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (H.R. 7171), H1172 [21JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (H.R. 7170), H1172 [21JA]

Proclamations

San Marino, CA, City Club Anniversary: by, E113• [9FE]

Remarks

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1134 [21JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1134 [21JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H224 [8JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (H. Res. 980), H110 [7JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2200 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H224 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1140, H1141, H1142, H1143, H1144, H1146 [21JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1134 [21JA]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H110 [7JA]

CHUGACH ALASKA CORP.

Remarks in House

Alaska: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Reports filed

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

CHUGACH ALASKA LAND EXCHANGE OIL SPILL RECOVERY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3903, provisions, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

CHURCHES, SYNAGOGUES, AND MOSQUES related term(s) Religion

Bills and resolutions

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

St. Paul, MN: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: anniversary of Remedy Church, H1336 [22JA]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Grace Baptist Church, H2206 [12FE]

Doleman, Dan, Jr.: Columbus, GA, Holsey Monumental Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church Living Legend Award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Elma, NY: groundbreaking of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church new sanctuary, E244 [19MR]

Mendenhall, MS: anniversary of First Baptist Church Mendenhall, E229 [18MR]

Mt. Vernon, NY: anniversary of Macedonia Baptist Church, H2558 [18MR]

——— tribute to Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church, H2679 [25MR]

New Rochelle, NY: anniversary of Young Israel of Scarsdale, H2667 [24MR]

Religious Tolerance Week: observance, H670 [13JA]

Rockville, MD: anniversary of B’nai Israel Congregation, E255 [24MR]

Salt Lake City, UT: tribute to renovation of Salt Lake Temple, H2265 [24FE]

Santa Ana, CA: anniversary of Second Baptist Church of Santa Ana, H2265 [24FE]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Yonkers, NY: tribute St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church parish day celebration, H2535 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Boise, ID: anniversary of Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, S254 [15JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Reports filed

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

CHURCHILL, WINSTON

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Reports filed

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

CIGARETTES see Tobacco Products

CISCOMANI, JUAN (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see H.R. 6931), H922 [15JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Water Project Navigators Program (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

——— recoup amounts of awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees under certain conditions (see H.R. 7319), H1948 [2FE]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see H.R. 2729), H2551 [17MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2551 [17MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: provide for enhanced payments to rural health care providers (see H.R. 3684), H2370 [3MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H657 [12JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H1173 [21JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H925 [16JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2033 [4FE]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (H.R. 7978), H2597 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (H.R. 8043), H2676 [24MR]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (H.R. 7086), H920 [15JA]

Remarks

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2526 [16MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1935 [2FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H116 [7JA]

Marana, AZ: anniversary of Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, E209• [12MR]

Morenci, AZ: tribute to Morenci High School boys’ wrestling team, H2377 [4MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159• [24FE]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159• [24FE]

Sahuarita, AZ: tribute to Sahuarita High School boys’ wrestling team, H2378 [4MR]

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

Tucson, AZ: tribute to Catalina Foothills High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

——— tribute to Mica Mountain High School football team, H140 [8JA]

——— tribute to Salpointe Catholic High School girls’ soccer team, H2685 [25MR]

——— tribute to Tanque Verde High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

Vail, AZ: tribute to Cienega High School marching band, H726 [14JA]

Votes: position on missed, H2082• [9FE]

Tributes

Baker, Calvin, H108 [7JA]

Berryhill, A.J., H2685 [25MR]

Carter, Stuart, H109 [7JA]

Connolly, Keith, H140 [8JA]

Ferguson, Luke, H2685 [25MR]

Varner, Daesiah, H2685 [25MR]

CISNEROS, GILBERT RAY, JR. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: revise regulations banning mailing or receiving of drugs, instruments, equipment, and educational materials relative to medication abortions (see H.R. 2029), H135 [7JA]

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H253 [8JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H2097 [9FE]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2370 [3MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2120 [10FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2297 [24FE]

——— prohibit officers engaged in civil immigration enforcement activities from wearing masks or facial coverings and require such officers to clearly identify themselves verbally and visibly (see H.R. 4843), H2033 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H719 [13JA]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: provide competitive grants to States that establish paid family leave programs through partnerships with private entities (see H.R. 3089), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve and expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation for survivors of certain veterans (see H.R. 2055), H1922 [30JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H656 [12JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H949 [20JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1916 [27JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H1923 [30JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1950 [2FE]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2042 [5FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2032 [4FE]

——— provide tax relief relative to certain Federal disasters (see H.R. 6842), H2042 [5FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H895 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

SBA: modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H947 [20JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (H.R. 6976), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (H.R. 6958), H135 [7JA]

SBA: modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (H.R. 7154), H948 [20JA]

Remarks

Azuza, CA: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

Tributes

Nigg, Christopher, H1983 [4FE]

CITIES see Urban Areas

CITIZENS UNITED (organization)

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

CITIZENSHIP

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Courts: provide for limitation on nationality of persons eligible to serve as U.S. judges (see H.R. 7634), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: direct U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to conduct review of certain approved immigration benefit requests (see H.R. 6978), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

——— revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Remarks in House

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

CITRANO, JAMES P.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H666 [13JA]

CITY RESCUE MISSION (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

CIVIL AIR PATROL

Remarks in House

Shannon, Slater: Civil Air Patrol General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipient, E180 [3MR]

CIVIL LIBERTIES related term(s) Civil Rights; Human Rights

Amendments

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Articles and editorials

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

——— establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

——— excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S256 [15JA]

——— provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

——— establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

——— prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (see H.R. 7708), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

——— require enforcement reforms (see H.R. 7870), H2476 [9MR]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

——— pro choice versus right to life, H1338–H1343 [22JA]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

——— limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

District of Columbia: tribute to International Religious Freedom Summit, H1970 [3FE]

Freedom of speech: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2016–H2021 [4FE]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, S199–S201 [14JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

Estonia: independence anniversary, S657 [25FE]

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Kosovo: independence anniversary, S691 [26FE]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1837, Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE) Act, S145 [13JA]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

CIVIL RIGHTS related term(s) Civil Liberties; Commission on Civil Rights; Discrimination; Human Rights; Racial Relations

Amendments

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Appointments

Commission on Civil Rights, S689 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR] (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Law enforcement: provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Safety: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (see H.R. 7572), H2224 [13FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Letters

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

Lists

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1329 [22JA]

Motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L.: Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325–H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H911, H912, H914 [15JA], H942–H946 [20JA]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Muslim Americans: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Prince William County, VA: tribute to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56 [20JA]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

Selma, AL: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S176 [13JA], S186 [14JA], S307 [28JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S283, S285–S287 [27JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (S. Res. 629), S1058 [16MR]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Voting: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1325 [22JA]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 619, National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 629, tribute to Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., S917 [9MR]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

CIVIL RIGHTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Discrimination: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

CIVIL SERVICE see Federal Employees

CIVIL WAR—U.S. related term(s) War

Bills and resolutions

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Reports filed

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

H.R. 4467, Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, H2509 [16MR]

CLABES, BRANDON

Appointments

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

CLAIMS

Bills and resolutions

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

——— permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

——— protect legal proceedings from manipulation and provide for transparency and oversight of third-party beneficiaries in civil actions (see H.R. 7015), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (S. 4125), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Reports filed

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

CLAMPITT, MIKE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1543 [23MR]

CLARK, JAY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2415 [4MR]

CLARK, KATHERINE M. (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H1173 [21JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H1923 [30JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2401 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H218 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1313 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1313 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2147 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H218 [8JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1313 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2401 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2147 [11FE]

Tributes

Juliano, Robin, E192• [5MR]

Salazar, Ray, H1130 [21JA]

CLARK, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

National Association of Agricultural Educators: Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

CLARK, NATHAN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S87 [7JA]

CLARK COUNTY, NV

Remarks in Senate

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

CLARKE, YVETTE D. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2371 [3MR]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H895 [14JA]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2485 [12MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2033 [4FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Labor: award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs (see H.R. 1132), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H1923 [30JA]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see H.R. 2189), H894 [14JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Newark, NJ: honor memory of victims of 1967 riots and acknowledge enduring impact on Newark community (see H. Res. 578), H253 [8JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see H.R. 4242), H921 [15JA]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H616 [9JA]

Wallie Howard, Jr., Post Office Building, Syracuse, NY: designate (see H.R. 6099), H949 [20JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (H.R. 7353), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2087 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance, H1941 [2FE], H2087 [9FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H8 [6JA]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2018 [4FE]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H943 [20JA]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2669 [24MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2018 [4FE]

CLARKE COUNTY, VA

Remarks in House

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

CLASSIFIED INFORMATION related term(s) Espionage

Bills and resolutions

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

Lists

Members of Congress taking oath for access to classified information, H2039 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

CLAYSBURG, PA

Remarks in House

Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School: tribute to FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

CLAYTON, CONSTANCE E.

Bills and resolutions

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

CLAYTOR, HELEN

Remarks in House

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

CLEAN AIR ACT related term(s) Ecology and Environment

Bills and resolutions

Air pollution: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

EPA: clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (see H.R. 7554), H2219 [12FE]

——— exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

——— exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

EPA: amend relating to review of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

——— expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

EPA: repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

CLEAN WATER ACT see Federal Water Pollution Control Act

CLEAN WATER FOR ALL LIFE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

CLEARFIELD COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

Clearfield County Career and Technology Center: opening of student-run cafe, H928 [20JA]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

CLEAVER, EMANUEL (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2259 [23FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2485 [12MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy: study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2677 [24MR]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H1352 [22JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: conduct benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving movement of employment positions to different areas (see H.R. 2470), H2421 [4MR]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H894 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: allow States to make medical assistance available to inmates during period preceding their release (see H.R. 2586), H1949 [2FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1352 [22JA]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H135 [7JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H2552 [17MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (see H.R. 6799), H2422 [4MR]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H1977 [3FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (H.R. 8002), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (H.R. 7247), H1915 [27JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (H.R. 7309), H1949 [2FE]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2071 [9FE]

Tributes

Brooks, Alvin, H2373 [4MR]

Kitchen, Alice, E15• [8JA]

Purefoy, Nathaniel (Rex), E175• [3MR]

CLEGG, MAX

Essays

State of the Union, S757 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

CLERGY see Religion

CLERGY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

CLERKIN, AMY EMERICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, E130 [11FE]

CLERMONT, OH

Remarks in House

Clermont Chamber of Commerce: tribute, H2044 [9FE]

CLIMATE see Ecology and Environment; Weather

CLINE, BEN (a Representative from Virginia)

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by, H2309, H2314 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H135 [7JA]

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2042 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1916 [27JA]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H1949 [2FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H922 [15JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2677 [24MR]

Immigration: improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2371 [3MR]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1352 [22JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Scam Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 931), H1173 [21JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H925 [16JA]

Taxation: modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2259 [23FE]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (H.R. 7730), H2333 [26FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (H.R. 8077), H2711 [25MR]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (H.R. 7900), H2483 [12MR]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (H.R. 7687), H2329 [25FE]

Remarks

Bankruptcy: modify compensation payable to trustees serving in cases under chapter 7 and extend term of certain temporary offices of bankruptcy judges (S. 3424), H626, H628 [12JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2132 [11FE]

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

Salem, VA: tribute to Glenvar High School boys’ cross country team, H2099 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2132 [11FE]

Winchester, VA: tribute to James Wood High School girls’ volleyball team, H2099 [10FE]

Tributes

Griffin, Carolyn, H2099 [10FE]

Scott, Mildred, H2684 [25MR]

Wiese, Larry S., E130• [11FE]

CLINICS see Health Care Facilities

CLINTON, HILLARY RODHAM (a former Senator from New York)

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions relative to

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Reports filed

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

CLINTON, WILLIAM J. (42d President of the United States)

Bills and resolutions relative to

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Reports filed

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

CLINTON COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

Clinton County (PA) Record: tribute, H104 [7JA]

CLINTON COUNTY (PA) RECORD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H104 [7JA]

CLOSE THE SHADOW BANKING LOOPHOLE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

CLOSING THE PROVIDER FRAUD GAP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

CLOTHING INDUSTRY

Remarks in House

Casper, WY: Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters (business) inclusion in New York (NY) Times best clothing stores list, H2013 [4FE]

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Le Mars, IA: tribute to Sugar N Spice (business), Lily Zita (business), and Mescher’s Clothing (business), S550 [10FE]

CLOUD, CAROLYN

Remarks in House

Starling School & Day Care Center, Inc.: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

CLOUD, JUSTIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E141 [17FE]

CLOUD, MICHAEL (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H895 [14JA]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H1977 [3FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2221 [12FE]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2623 [19MR]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H13 [6JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H925 [16JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (H.R. 7421), H2096 [9FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2099 [10FE]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H202 [8JA]

Tributes

Richter, Charles, E259• [24MR]

Suarez, Abraham Z., E218• [16MR]

CLUB Q, LLC

Remarks in Senate

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

CLYBURN, JAMES E. (a Representative from South Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2225 [13FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H925 [16JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (H.R. 8078), H2711 [25MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085, H2088 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance, H1942 [2FE], H2085, H2089 [9FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H6, H10 [6JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1187, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1963 [3FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA], E53• [20JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H2087 [9FE]

Tributes

Floyd, C. Edward, E58• [20JA]

Frierson, William J., Sr., E13• [8JA]

Gadson, Herbert, E18• [8JA]

Jackson, Christine Osburn, E247• [20MR]

James, Daniel (Chappie), H2089 [9FE]

Maestri, Bruno, E154• [23FE]

Priester, Charcey, Sr., E193• [5MR]

CLYDE, ANDREW S. (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2298 [24FE]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment (see H. Res. 858), H1923 [30JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H657 [12JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H1923 [30JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H1923 [30JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H663 [13JA]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1341 [22JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2563 [18MR]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H796 [14JA]

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2123, H2134 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1299 [22JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1299 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H796 [14JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1341 [22JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1341 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1341 [22JA]

Tiger, GA: tribute to Rabun County High School boys’ basketball team, H2607 [19MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2123, H2134 [11FE]

Tributes

Hughes, Jason, H2586 [18MR]

COADY, DECLAN J.

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR]

Tribute, S1006 [11MR]

COAL related term(s) Power Resources

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Taxation: extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Remarks in House

EPA: proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

——— national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE]

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

COAST GUARD related term(s) Department of Homeland Security

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: authorizing, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: authorizing, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate): nomination lists, S470 [3FE], S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Presidential appointments: nominations considered and confirmed en bloc, S507 [5FE], S606 [12FE]

Reports filed

Coast Guard Nominations: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE], S608 [12FE], S1046 [12MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Nomination of Thomas G. Allan, Jr., To Be Coast Guard Vice Commandant: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

COASTAL AREA DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

COASTAL ZONES

Amendments

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR] (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

——— reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Motions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Chokoloskee, FL: anniversary of Ted Smallwood Store, E109 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 659, American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, S1546 [23MR]

CODEY, RICHARD J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1159 [21JA]

CODIS ACCESS MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

COERCION AND SEXUAL ABUSE FREE ENVIRONMENT (CSAFE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6732, provisions, H632 [12JA]

COFIELD, NC

Remarks in House

Disasters: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

COHEN, STEVE (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2225 [13FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR] (see H. Con. Res. 40), H2422 [4MR]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H1949 [2FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: eliminate reduced price breakfasts and lunches, require income guidelines for determining eligibility for free meals, and base such eligibility on certain percentage of poverty-level (see H.R. 2680), H1922 [30JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— issue loan guarantees for purposes of financing improvements to school lunch facilities and training school food service personnel (see H.R. 5731), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide families year-round access to nutrition incentives under Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 1782), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish National Center for Advanced Development in Education at Institute for Education Sciences (see H.R. 6419), H2188 [11FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct mandatory stuttering screenings for young children and guarantee Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage for speech therapy services (see H.R. 6364), H1923 [30JA]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2032 [4FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1977 [3FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish or expand and operate programs using network of public and private community entities to provide mentoring for children in foster care (see H.R. 4769), H2120 [10FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2297 [24FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H1916 [27JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of Labor: carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H1916 [27JA]

——— establish competitive grant to support youth mentoring programs, provide for social and emotional learning, skill development, career exploration, work-based learning, and other youth workforce opportunities (see H.R. 811), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H13 [6JA]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Election Assistance Commission: make grants to States for procuring and maintaining electronic pollbooks with capability of collecting and disseminating wait time information (see H.R. 4881), H2370 [3MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1977 [3FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2474 [5MR]

FERC: establish shared savings incentive to return portion of savings attributable to investment in grid-enhancing technology to developer of such technology (see H.R. 2703), H2370 [3MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

GSA: ensure construction and acquisition of public buildings adheres to guiding principles for Federal architecture (see H.R. 1584), H2229 [17FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2552 [17MR]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2236 [20FE]

Homeless: address root cause, meet needs of communities impacted by homelessness, support community housing efforts, and ensure democratic participation and inclusion of homeless (see H.R. 4457), H1352 [22JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H135 [7JA]

——— reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans (see H.R. 2079), H894 [14JA]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H2032 [4FE]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2120 [10FE]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2188 [11FE]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Demonstration Program (see H.R. 5439), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H2033 [4FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1352 [22JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Motor vehicles: clarify regulations to allow installation of pulsating light systems for high-mounted stop lamps (see H.R. 1361), H2225 [13FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2120 [10FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Pharmaceuticals: establish special registration under Controlled Substances Act for schedule I eligible investigational drugs under Federal Right To Try law (see H.R. 6434), H2259 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H656 [12JA]

——— permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H656 [12JA]

SSI: update resource limit for eligibility (see H.R. 2540), H2531 [16MR]

Taxation: allow investment credit for certain water reuse projects (see H.R. 2940), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2371 [3MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2236 [20FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, Tuskegee, AL: designate (see H.R. 6006), H2236 [20FE]

White House: apply certain National Historic Preservation Act requirements (see H.R. 6761), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Justice: establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7310), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Justice: establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (H.R. 7310), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (H.R. 7354), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55• [20JA]

Tributes

Bryant, Don, E10• [7JA]

Downing, James R., E180• [3MR]

COINS

Bills and resolutions

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Cost Estimates

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Remarks in House

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2048–H2050 [9FE]

——— mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5616, $2.50 for America’s 250th Act, H2048 [9FE]

COINTELPRO FULL DISCLOSURE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

COKER, JASON AND JENELL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E118 [9FE]

COLBERT, CYNTHIA NUNES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E239 [19MR]

COLE, EDDIE

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

COLE, EDWARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, E41 [14JA]

COLE, KARA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1611 [25MR]

COLE, TOM (a Representative from Oklahoma)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2098 [9FE]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: allow recipients of certain grants to improve highway safety efforts through integration of predictive data analytics, telematics, and other advanced technologies (see H.R. 6874), H2370 [3MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H656 [12JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 4304), H253 [8JA]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H948 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (H.R. 7490), H2187 [11FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H12 [6JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H948 [20JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H655 [12JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (H.R. 7325), H1976 [3FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H5591 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1961 [3FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299, H1311, H1316 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2432, H2444, H2447 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2447 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151, H199, H204 [8JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185, H1186, H1192 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960, H1961, H1966 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734, H740 [14JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2444, H2447 [5MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

COLEMAN, M. EDITH BROWN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E129 [11FE]

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING related term(s) Labor Unions

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Letters

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID CLARITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

COLLEGE OF SAN MATEO

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H1993 [4FE]

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES related term(s) Education; Schools

Amendments

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

Health: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Appointments

U.S. Military Academy Board of Visitors, S654 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Credit: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

——— develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

——— eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— establish Federal Clearinghouse on Grant Opportunities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (see S. 4167), S1580 [24MR]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (see H.R. 7660), H2296 [24FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

——— improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

——— require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

Education: ensure that qualified technical schools offering certain career pathway and job training programs have same access to Federal grants as 2–year and 4–year institutions of higher education (see H.R. 8051), H2675 [24MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

Foreign countries: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Harry S Truman Memorial Scholarship Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7894), H2481 [12MR]

Health: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR] (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

NCAA: support proposal by Mike Leach to reform structure and governance of Football Bowl Subdivision postseason to protect opportunity, sustainability, and fair competition in major college football (see H. Res. 1011), H948 [20JA]

NSF: provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Rodriguez, Cristina M.: tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish rules regarding eligibility of student athletes for intercollegiate athletics (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

——— prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

——— recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Sweet Briar College: anniversary (see H. Res. 1053), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7402), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— permit fees for admissions applications to higher education institutions to be paid from 529 plans (see H.R. 7205), H1349 [22JA]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H134 [7JA]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Cloture motions

Health: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Letters

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1329 [22JA]

Motions

Health: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Obituaries

Holtz, Louis L., E198 [9MR]

Remarks in House

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H910 [15JA]

Augusta University: tribute to Georgia Legislative Internship Program student participants, H2416 [4MR]

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

Cahill, Kevin: NCAA Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo: anniversary, E111 [5FE]

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Calvin University: anniversary, H2548 [17MR]

College of San Mateo: tribute to football team, H1993 [4FE]

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224 [17MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (H.R. 6973), H606 [9JA]

——— ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2424 [5MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

——— release Federal TRIO programs grant applications, H2636 [24MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

——— modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1933–H1935 [2FE]

East Carolina University: tribute to football team, H594 [9JA]

Eastern Washington University: tribute to adaptive athletics program, H667 [13JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Elizabeth City State University: anniversary, H2560 [18MR]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Foreign countries: restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

Georgia Southern University: tribute to Ethics Bowl team, H2591 [18MR]

Gonzaga University: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Health: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325–H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA], H942 [20JA]

Jackson, Linda: University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Maddy Institute: anniversary, E46 [15JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team, H228 [8JA]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

——— tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA], E53 [20JA]

Sports: concern over private equity involvement in collegiate athletics, H1157 [21JA]

Territories: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

Texas Christian University: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166 [25FE]

Texas Southmost College: anniversary, E199 [9MR]

University of California: anniversary of Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), E263 [25MR]

University of Idaho: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

University of Oregon: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley: tribute to football team, H722 [14JA]

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

Young Harris College: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2593 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Centenary College of Louisiana: anniversary (S. Res. 543), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Health: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S176 [13JA], S186 [14JA], S307 [28JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S283, S285–S287 [27JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (S. Res. 644), S1058 [16MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 589), S298 [27JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

National TRIO Day: observance, S969 [11MR]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S357 [29JA]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (S. Res. 613), S689 [25FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

University of Michigan: anniversary of University of Michigan Hillel, S756 [3MR]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

College Financial Aid Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 980, Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act, H1929 [2FE]

H.R. 1458, Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, H1933 [2FE]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1325 [22JA]

H.R. 6392, Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act, H2364 [3MR]

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

S. 3707, Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 575, tribute to Oklahoma State University men’s cross country team, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 578, tribute to University of Washington men’s soccer team, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 589, tribute to Montana State University football team, S295 [27JA]

S. Res. 595, tribute to Indiana University football team, S421 [30JA]

S. Res. 601, National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week, S515 [5FE]

S. Res. 613, recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game, S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 644, tribute to Louis L. Holtz, S1058 [16MR]

COLLEYVILLE, TX

Remarks in House

Newton, Eric L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Palmersheim, James: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40 [14JA]

COLLINS, ANDY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2301 [25FE]

COLLINS, HARRY F., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E192 [5MR]

COLLINS, MARK A.

Letters

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2702 [25MR]

COLLINS, MIKE (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2484 [12MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H894 [14JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2474 [5MR]

Immigration: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2677 [24MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1977 [3FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H2188 [11FE]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H1976 [3FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (H.R. 8079), H2711 [25MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2487 [16MR]

Remarks

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2245 [23FE]

COLLINS, SANDRA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2417 [4MR]

COLLINS, SUSAN M. (a Senator from Maine)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S1583 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S386 [29JA], S416 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S652 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S534 [9FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1092 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct review to evaluate status of research on lung cancer in women and underserved populations (see S. 1157), S116 [8JA]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see S. 494), S1091 [17MR]

——— require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see S. 2947), S345 [28JA]

Dept. of Justice: include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S917 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Employment: amend minimum participation standards for pension plans and qualified trusts (see S. 1707), S50 [6JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S916 [9MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S610 [12FE]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Iran: promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S708 [26FE]

Medicare: eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see S. 2426), S534 [9FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S916 [9MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIH: provide for further comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms at National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see S. 1609), S1091 [17MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Oceans: establish Ocean Innovation Clusters to strengthen U.S. coastal communities and ocean economy through technological research and development, job training, and cross-sector partnerships (see S. 1392), S534 [9FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S1092 [17MR]

Pensions: provide for periodic automatic reenrollment under qualified automatic contribution arrangements (see S. 1831), S50 [6JA]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Securities: postpone date of payment or satisfaction upon redemption of certain securities in cases of financial exploitation of specified adults (see S. 2840), S959 [10MR]

Social Security: review and simplify processes, forms, and communications for family caregivers to assist individuals in establishing eligibility, enrolling in, and maintaining benefits under certain Federal aid programs (see S. 1227), S1206 [18MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S291 [27JA]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (see S. 2952), S652 [24FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see S. 4172), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Letters

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S413 [30JA]

Remarks

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (S. 4172), S1581 [24MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S99 [8JA]

Carthage, ME: anniversary, S625 [23FE]

Chelsea, ME: anniversary, S1610 [25MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Cutler, ME: anniversary, S375 [29JA]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1025 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S416 [30JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S360 [29JA], S1025 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S279 [26JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S243, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S127 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S413, S416 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S360 [29JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

Leeds, ME: anniversary, S642 [24FE]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S243, S248 [15JA]

Sebago, ME: anniversary, S253 [15JA]

Senate: legislative program, S280 [26JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Strong, ME: anniversary, S338 [28JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S99 [8JA]

COLORADO

Bills and resolutions

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

Water: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Wilderness areas: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

Letters

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Colorado resident, S241 [15JA]

——— Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

——— Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

Lists

Statements supporting H.R. 131, Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, S240 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Springs Rescue Mission (organization), E219 [16MR]

——— tribute to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, H2453 [5MR]

Ferriera, Alex: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Gaskill, Stacy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

Glenn, Amber: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Kam, Ellie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

Mickel, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Negomir, Kyle: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

O’Shea, Danny: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Swirbul, Hailey: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

Water: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H205–H208 [8JA]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (S. Res. 585), S263 [15JA]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Water: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), S238, S241, S245 [15JA]

——— make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, S107 [8JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 585, tribute to Ben Nighthorse Campbell, S261 [15JA]

Tributes

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse, H594 [9JA]

COLORADO RIVER BASIN PROJECT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Remarks in House

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Grace Baptist Church: anniversary, H2206 [12FE]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Pikes Peak International Hill Climb: tribute, H2453 [5MR]

Springs Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, E219 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Crime: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

COLORADO WILDERNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

COLUMBIA, SC

Remarks in House

Ridge View High School:tribute to boys’ basketball team, E209 [12MR]

COMBATING ONLINE PREDATORS (COP) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6719, provisions, H628 [12JA]

COMBATING ORGANIZED RETAIL CRIME ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

COMBATING REGULATORY ABUSE, CLOSING KNOWN DEFICIENCIES, AND OVERSEEING WASTE NATIONWIDE (CRACKDOWN) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

COMBINING LABORATORY EXPERTISE TO ACCELERATE NOVEL SOLUTIONS FOR MINIMIZING ACCUMULATED RADIOACTIVE TOXINS (CLEAN SMART) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

COMER, JAMES (a Representative from Kentucky)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2336 [2MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

EPA: establish pilot grant program to improve recycling accessibility (see H.R. 2145), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (H.R. 7248), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

Kentucky: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

Reports filed

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Guidance Clarity Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

COMERFORD, JASON

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2588 [18MR]

COMMEMORATIVE COINS see Coins

COMMEMORATIVE STAMPS see Postage and Stamps

COMMERCIAL ADVERTISEMENT LOUDNESS MITIGATION (CALM) ACT

Bills and resolutions

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

COMMISSION ON AMERICAN CIVICS RENEWAL

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Appointments

Members, S689 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

COMMISSION ON EQUITY AND RECONCILIATION IN THE UNIFORMED SERVICES

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

COMMISSION ON LAND REPARATIONS

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

COMMISSION ON THE NATIONAL DEFENSE STRATEGY FOR THE U.S.

Appointments

Members, S1146 [17MR]

COMMISSION TO STUDY THE POTENTIAL CREATION OF A NATIONAL MUSEUM OF ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE

Appointments

Members, H2687 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON AGING (House, Select)

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see H. Res. 1013), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Establish (H. Res. 1013), H2584 [18MR]

COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE (House)

Bills and resolutions

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act, H2362 [3MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act, H2352 [3MR]

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2525 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2577 [18MR]

Save Our Sequoias Act, H2507 [16MR]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act, H2511 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Staff: tribute, H2426 [5MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY (Senate)

Reports filed

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS (House)

Bills and resolutions

Gonzales, Representative: remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES (Senate)

Remarks in Senate

Nomination lists, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Reports filed

Air Force Nominations, S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Army Nominations, S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Marine Corps Nominations, S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Navy Nominations, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Nomination of Brian Birdwell To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Sustainment, S958 [10MR]

Nomination of Mark Ditlevson To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas Security Affairs, S958 [10MR]

COMMITTEE ON BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN AFFAIRS (Senate)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations, S601 [12FE]

COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION (Senate)

Remarks in Senate

Nomination lists, S470 [3FE], S1046 [12MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Coast Guard Nominations, S470 [3FE], S608 [12FE], S1046 [12MR]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

National STEM Week Act (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Nomination of Arvind Raman To Be Under Sec. of Commerce for Standards and Technology, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Daniel J. Edwards To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Aviation and International Affairs, S470 [3FE]

Nomination of John DeLeeuw to NTSB, S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Matthew Anderson To Be NASA Deputy Administrator, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Michael Graham to NTSB, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Richard Kloster to Surface Transportation Board, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Robert Harvey to Federal Maritime Commission, S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Ryan McCormack To Be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Seval Oz To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Research and Technology, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Steven Haines To Be Assistant Sec. of Commerce for Industry and Analysis, S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Thomas G. Allan, Jr., To Be Coast Guard Vice Commandant, S470 [3FE]

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE (House)

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Education and Workforce (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

American Boxing Revival Act (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Balance the Scales Act (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

College Financial Aid Clarity Act (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Modern Worker Security Act (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Retire Through Ownership Act (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

Say No to Indoctrination Act (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Student Financial Clarity Act (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Working Families Flexibility Act (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND COMMERCE (House)

Reports filed

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Energy Choice Act (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES (Senate)

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Nomination of David LaCerte to FERC, S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Kyle Haustveit To Be Under Sec. of Energy for Fossil Energy, S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Stevan Pearce To Be BLM Director, S801 [4MR]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

University of Utah Research Park Act (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS (Senate)

Reports filed

Nomination of Douglas Weaver to NRC, S801 [4MR]

COMMITTEE ON ETHICS (House)

Bills and resolutions

House of Representatives: preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Members of Congress: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

Motions

House of Representatives: preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Members of Congress: majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

Resignations

Rutherford, Representative, H4 [6JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 979, majority party appointments, H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 1072, preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment, H2391 [4MR]

COMMITTEE ON ETHICS (Senate, Select)

Reports

Activities, S374 [29JA]

COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES (House)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Technology: provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act, H2653 [24MR]

Reports filed

American Financial Institution Regulatory Sovereignty and Transparency (American FIRST) Act (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Regulatory Tailoring Act (H.R. 7056) (H. Rept. 119–558), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Representation Act (H.R. 6554) (H. Rept. 119–533), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

Enhancing Bank Resolution Participation Act (H.R. 6555) (H. Rept. 119–534), H2326 [25FE]

Failing Bank Acquisition Fairness Act (H.R. 6556) (H. Rept. 119–475), H1948 [2FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Least Cost Exception Act (H.R. 6547) (H. Rept. 119–474), H1948 [2FE]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

New Bank Application Numbers Knowledge (New BANK) Act (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

NFIP Extension Act (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Public Company Advisory Committee Act (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Regulation A+ Improvement Act (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Respect State Housing Laws Act (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Small Business Relief Act (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations (TIER) Act (H.R. 6553) (H. Rept. 119–532), H2326 [25FE]

COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN AFFAIRS (House)

Bills and resolutions

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2501 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Resignations

McCormick, Representative, H2687 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE U.S.

Bills and resolutions

National security: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS (Senate)

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services, S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA], S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Nomination of Asel Roberts To Be Ambassador to Slovenia, S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Eric Meyer To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka, S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Frank Garcia To Be Assistant Sec. of State for African Affairs, S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of Frank Weiland To Be Assistant Sec. of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Gregory LoGerfo To Be Dept. of State Coordinator for Counterterrorism, S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa, S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara To Be Ambassador to Vietnam, S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Lee Lipton To Be Ambassador to Philippines, S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director, S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Troy Edgar To Be Ambassador to El Salvador, S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Wesley Brooks To Be Assistant Sec. of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of William Long To Be Ambassador to Ireland, S1008 [11MR]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS (Senate)

Reports filed

Dept. of HHS Guidance on Whether Hospital Emergency Departments Should Implement Fentanyl Testing as Routine Procedure for Patients Experiencing Overdose (S. 921), S343 [28JA]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Living Donor Protection Act (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY (House)

Bills and resolutions

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Gonzales, Representative: remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS (Senate)

Reports filed

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

Nomination of Markwayne Mullin To Be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1366 [19MR]

COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION (House)

Bills and resolutions

Gonzales, Representative: remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Reports filed

Stop Insider Trading Act (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE (Senate, Select)

Reports filed

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S552 [10FE]

COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES (House)

Bills and resolutions

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act, H2362 [3MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2512 [16MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act, H2353 [3MR]

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2525 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2577 [18MR]

Save Our Sequoias Act, H2507 [16MR]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act, H2511 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Reports filed

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Chiricahua National Park Act (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Crow Revenue Act (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land Held in Trust for Federally Recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910) (H. Rept. 119–453), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization (H.R. 2250) (H. Rept. 119–431), H251 [8JA]

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Proven Forest Management Act (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

White Oak Resilience Act (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM (House)

Bills and resolutions

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Crime: depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Reports filed

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Guidance Clarity Act (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Reorganizing Government Act (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON RULES AND ADMINISTRATION (Senate)

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 639, establish annual Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate) academic civics competition for secondary school students, S1015 [11MR]

COMMITTEE ON RULES (House)

Amendments

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: legislative process, H2271 [24FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Suspend Counting of House Calendar Days for Purposes of Certain Resolutions of Inquiry Addressed to Heads of Executive Departments (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE, SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY (House)

Bills and resolutions

Members of Congress: minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2512 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Members of Congress: minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Resignations

Beyer, Representative, H2082 [9FE]

Miller, Representative Max L., H2687 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1048, minority party appointments, H2115 [10FE]

COMMITTEE ON SMALL BUSINESS (House)

Reports filed

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

Put America on Commission Act (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Resignations

Conaway, Representative, H1935 [2FE]

Downing, Representative, H2687 [25MR]

LaLota, Representative, H2687 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON THE BUDGET (House)

Bills and resolutions

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

COMMITTEE ON THE BUDGET (Senate)

Bills and resolutions

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY (House)

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2501 [16MR]

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on the Judiciary (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY (Senate)

Reports filed

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Drone Espionage Act (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Nomination of Aaron C. Peterson To Be District Judge, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Andrew B. Davis To Be District Judge, S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Andrew Benson To Be U.S. Attorney, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Anna St. John To Be District Judge, S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Brian Barber To Be U.S. Marshal, S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Brian C. Lea To Be District Judge, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Brian D. Miller To Be U.S. Attorney, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Christopher R. Wolfe To Be District Judge, S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Colin McDonald To Be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Daniel E. Burrows To Be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Daniel Satterlee To Be U.S. Marshal, S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Darin Smith To Be U.S. Attorney, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David C. Fowlkes To Be District Judge, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David St. Pierre To Be U.S. Marshal, S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Gregory Gilmore To Be U.S. Attorney, S705 [26FE]

Nomination of James Bishop To Be U.S. Attorney, S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of John T. Shepherd To Be District Judge, S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Justin R. Olson To Be District Judge, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Kevin Holmes To Be U.S. Attorney, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Megan Blair Benton To Be District Judge, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Melissa Holyoak To Be U.S. Attorney, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Nicholas J. Ganjei To Be District Judge, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Phillip Williams, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney, S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Priscilla Lopez To Be U.S. Marshal, S1367 [19MR]

Nomination of Richard Price To Be U.S. Attorney, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Robert Cekada To Be ATF Director, S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Robert Rotter To Be U.S. Marshal, S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Ryan Raybould To Be U.S. Attorney, S509 [5FE]

Nomination of Steven Lewis To Be U.S. Marshal, S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Thomas Govan, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney, S509 [5FE]

Nomination of William Boyle To Be U.S. Attorney, S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Zachary Keller To Be U.S. Attorney, S509 [5FE]

Safe Access to Cash Act (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Safe Cloud Storage Act (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

COMMITTEE ON THE LIBRARY (Joint)

Bills and resolutions

Mitchell, Clarence, Jr.: obtain statue for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Chisholm, Shirley: obtain statue for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

COMMITTEE ON THE STRATEGIC COMPETITION BETWEEN THE U.S. AND THE CHINESE COMMUNIST PARTY (House, Select)

Appointments

Members, H126 [7JA]

COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE (House)

Bills and resolutions

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act, H2653 [24MR]

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act (H.R. 2247) (H. Rept. 119–551), H2529 [16MR]

Airport Regulatory Relief Act (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

American Water Stewardship Act (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Local Water Protection Act (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Made in America Jobs Act (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Smart Space Act (H.R. 7388) (H. Rept. 119–562), H2627 [20MR]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEE ON VETERANS’ AFFAIRS (Senate)

Reports filed

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS (House)

Reports filed

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

Clergy Act (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE

Amendments

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H1172 [21JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

——— preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Members of Congress: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Motions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (H. Res. 1013), H2584 [18MR]

Committee on Agriculture (House): tribute to staff, H2426 [5MR]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

——— preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Members of Congress: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Reports filed

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Suspend Counting of House Calendar Days for Purposes of Certain Resolutions of Inquiry Addressed to Heads of Executive Departments: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Resignations

Committee on Ethics (House): Representative Rutherford, H4 [6JA]

Committee on Foreign Affairs (House): Representative McCormick, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): Representative Beyer, H2082 [9FE]

——— Representative Max L. Miller, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Small Business (House): Representative Conaway, H1935 [2FE]

——— Representative Downing, H2687 [25MR]

——— Representative LaLota, H2687 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 979, majority party appointments to Committee on Ethics (House), H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 1048, minority party appointments to Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2115 [10FE]

H. Res. 1072, preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment, H2391 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments, H2688 [25MR]

COMMITTEES OF THE SENATE

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate): nomination lists, S470 [3FE], S1046 [12MR]

Reports

Committee on Ethics (Senate, Select) Activities, S374 [29JA]

Schedules

Meetings, E1 [5JA], E11 [7JA], E28 [12JA], E43 [14JA], E73 [26JA], E79 [28JA], E91 [2FE], E110 [4FE], E119 [9FE], E131 [11FE], E155 [23FE], E166 [25FE], E171 [2MR], E189 [4MR], E202 [9MR], E205 [11MR], E220 [16MR], E235 [18MR], E251 [23MR], E271 [25MR]

COMMODITY CREDIT CORP.

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

COMMODITY EXCHANGE ACT

Bills and resolutions

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

——— prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

——— reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (see H.R. 8007), H2620 [19MR]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

——— prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

Government regulations: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Office of the Chief Economist: create (see H.R. 7488), H2185 [11FE]

Precious metals: reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (see H.R. 8007), H2620 [19MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Gambling: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Government regulations: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Reports filed

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

COMMON CARRIERS related term(s) Aviation; Cargo Transportation; Motor Vehicles; Railroads; Transportation

Bills and resolutions

Crime: prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

——— codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

——— develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— remove requirement to consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes under Corridor Identification and Development Program (see S. 3728), S377 [29JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

——— require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

California: prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

COMMONSENSE LEGISLATING ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 6039): consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

COMMUNICATIONS see Telecommunications

COMMUNICATIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Information technology: revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

COMMUNICATIONS EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COUNCIL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

COMMUNISM

Bills and resolutions

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of State: revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

COMMUNITIES see Urban Areas

COMMUNITY BANK REGULATORY TAILORING ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7056) (H. Rept. 119–558), H2620 [19MR]

COMMUNITY BANK REPRESENTATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6554) (H. Rept. 119–533), H2326 [25FE]

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT related term(s) Urban Areas

Bills and resolutions

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (see H.R. 7710), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— expand HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see S. 3901), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Housing: exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

Taxation: modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (see H.R. 7820), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Proclamations

San Marino, CA, City Club Anniversary: Representative Chu, E113 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Aledo, TX: tribute to opening of Aledo Municipal Complex, E164 [25FE]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA], H2101 [10FE]

North Carolina: tribute to economic development in eastern region, H2346 [3MR], H2538 [17MR]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Virginia: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2100 [10FE]

White Plains, NY: tribute, H2100 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates (S. 2441), S153–S155 [13JA]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports filed

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

S. 3965, EDA Short Form Application Act, S764 [3MR]

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATORY IMPROVEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BANKING AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

COMMUNITY FIREARM SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

COMMUNITY PROTECTION AND WILDFIRE RESILIENCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

COMMUNITY RISK TRAINING AND RESPONSE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

COMMUNITY SERVICE related term(s) Volunteer Workers

Bills and resolutions

Akron, OH: anniversary of Akron Urban League (see H. Res. 1000), H893 [14JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Lists

Central Florida African American inspirational leaders, E134 [12FE]

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Proclamations

San Marino, CA, City Club Anniversary: Representative Chu, E113 [9FE]

Tribute to Karlene Maxwell-Williams: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E234 [18MR]

Tribute to Khadine (Miss Kitty) Wilkinson: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Alcorta, Marisa: Yolo County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Ardsley, NY: tribute to environment groups, H723 [14JA]

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR], E143 [20FE]

Blackmon, Bruce N.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58 [20JA]

Boeding, Todd: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Bronx, NY: tribute to Black History Month Living Legends Luncheon, H2207 [12FE]

——— tribute to Co-op City (housing development) residents for serving on Bronx Community Board 10, H1982 [4FE]

Brumfield Reed, Voris: Lake County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E267 [25MR]

Chicago, IL: tribute to Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, E3 [6JA]

City Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Springs Rescue Mission (organization), E219 [16MR]

Dawson, Julie: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Community Champion Award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Delgado, John: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54 [20JA]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

Dobbs Ferry, NY: tribute to Senior Citizen Program, H1982 [4FE]

Edwards, Gary: Sonoma, CA, Honorary Alcalde award recipient, E266 [25MR]

Elk, WA: tribute to North County Food Pantry, H668 [13JA]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Ford, Kay: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

Garcia, Felix J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Gardner, MA: tribute to Growing Places (organization), H2345 [3MR]

Gilbert, Oliver G., III: 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Inc., Congressional Award recipient, E208 [12MR]

Greenville, NY: tribute to Greenburgh Nature Center, H2426 [5MR]

Griess, Gabriel: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Hammond, Della: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143 [20FE]

Hanley, Matt: inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

Harrison, Kenneth A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Hazlewood, Robert: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33 [13JA]

Hicks, Peggy: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E183 [4MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Jenkins Donelson Foundation: anniversary, E125 [10FE]

Johnson, Mark A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56 [20JA]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

Kellogg, Larry: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36 [13JA]

Lampton, Ellen: National Service Honor award recipient, H2103 [10FE]

Lee, Kendria: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Emerging Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Lew, Leslie: Napa County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

Linson, Dorothy (Ms. Dot): Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizen Honors Award for Service recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Lockwood, David R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Marriott, John: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

McGowan, Johnny: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Mental Health America of Lancaster County (organization): anniversary, E212 [12MR]

Mikeska, Tim: Taylor, TX, Outstanding Citizen of the Year award recipient, E47 [16JA]

Moore, Ronald F.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53 [20JA]

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

Munson, Don: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Myers, Matthew: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57 [20JA]

New Rochelle, NY: tribute to New Rochelle YMCA, H2608 [19MR]

New York, NY: tribute to Refettorio Harlem (organization), H2269 [24FE]

Newton, Eric L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Palmersheim, James: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40 [14JA]

Parker, Greg: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Peeler, Jim: Camden County, NJ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66 [22JA]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Knights of Columbus (organization) Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

Port Chester Historical Society: tribute, H142 [8JA]

Pottinger, Kevin: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Reyes Larios, Maricarmen: Sonoma County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E270 [25MR]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240 [19MR]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

Scarsdale10583 (Internet site): anniversary, H1981 [4FE]

Scouting America (organization): tribute to Port Chester, NY, Scout Troop 400 and Scout Troop 420, H911 [15JA]

Seiler, Swann: United Way Woman of the Year award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

Smits, Mark: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34 [13JA]

State College Community Land Trust: anniversary, H2607 [19MR]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Stern, Margi: California 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264 [25MR]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Taulton, Rose: Southern Arizona Volunteer Management Association Volunteer of the Year award recipient, H2176 [11FE]

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

Trickett, Cynthia J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55 [20JA]

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

White Plains, NY: anniversary of Westchester Jewish Council, H150 [8JA]

Williams, Dan: Woodland Park, CO, Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

Williams, James L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Williams, Joseph R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Wilson, Ryan: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148 [20FE]

Winter Garden, FL: anniversary of Rotary Club of Winter Garden, E66 [22JA]

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

Woman’s Club of Larchmont, Inc.: anniversary, H2117 [10FE]

Yonkers, NY: tribute to Rotary Club of Yonkers-East Yonkers, H2172 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

Montana: tribute to Montana National Guard Military and Family Readiness Group, S339 [28JA]

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, S645 [24FE]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 641, Girl Scouts anniversary, S1050 [12MR]

COMMUNITY WATER PROJECT ACCELERATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

COMPREHENSIVE CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION, AND LIABILITY ACT (CERCLA)

Bills and resolutions

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Texts of

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

COMPUTERS related term(s) Electronics; Technology; Telecommunications

Amendments

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

CDC: establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

——— limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Defense Production Act Committee: require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

——— develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

——— submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

——— establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

——— provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

——— conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

——— create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Employment: express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

——— terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

——— prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

——— increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

——— require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

——— require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (see H.R. 7218), H1349 [22JA]

——— require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

——— require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

——— require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

——— sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

——— support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

——— publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

——— require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

SSA: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

——— request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

——— facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

——— prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

——— require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Liam Dickerson, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, H2559 [18MR]

——— support development of small business AI companies, H2490 [16MR]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

SBA: help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, S673 [25FE], S1317 [19MR], S1584–S1587 [24MR]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

——— provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

FEMA: publish information on public assistance awards (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Information technology: allegations of political bias on Apple, Inc. news platform, S668 [25FE]

——— revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94 [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 3679, Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, H2244 [23FE]

H.R. 5764, AI for Mainstreet Act, H931 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1837, Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE) Act, S145 [13JA]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

CONAWAY, HERBERT C., JR. (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2623 [19MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2097 [9FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2097 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see H.R. 6397), H2097 [9FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2484 [12MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H135 [7JA]

Freedom Riders: award Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of unique contribution to civil rights, which inspired revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel (see H.R. 945), H2235 [20FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2097 [9FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2259 [23FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H2032 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H2033 [4FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

TSA: provide for funding for all activities for certain period in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5732), H2336 [2MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (H.R. 8044), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75• [27JA]

Votes: position on missed, E42• [14JA], E75• [27JA], E164• [25FE]

Resignations

Committee on Small Business (House), H1935 [2FE]

Tributes

Levito, Isabeau, H1158 [21JA]

CONCEPCION, KRISTIAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E45 [15JA]

CONFLICT OF INTERESTS

Bills and resolutions

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

SBA: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA], H2455–H2459 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE], S1175 [18MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Balance the Scales Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

CONFLICT-FREE LEAVING EMPLOYMENT AND ACTIVITY RESTRICTIONS (CLEAR) PATH ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

CONGO, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE

Bills and resolutions

Foreign policy: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Foreign policy: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

Reports filed

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

CONGRESS related term(s) House of Representatives; Legislative Branch of the Government; Members of Congress; Senate

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Government: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Doug LaMalfa, H122 [7JA]

Moment of silence in memory of Richard T. Schulze, H227 [8JA]

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Congressional-Executive Commission on China, H801 [14JA]

House of Representatives Inspector General, H2325 [25FE]

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, S557 [10FE]

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

CBO: remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

——— preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Corps of Engineers: provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

——— submit notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases (see H.R. 7028), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

——— require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs (see H.R. 7950), H2530 [16MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

District of Columbia: provide period for Congress to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

Employment: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR] (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

Federal Railroad Administration: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

Financial institutions: require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Gonzales, Representative: remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Government: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

——— advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

——— advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

——— advance sensible priorities (H.R. 6636), consideration (see H. Res. 1029), H1949 [2FE]

——— ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— govern on behalf of American people (see H.R. 7007), H654 [12JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), consideration (see H. Res. 986), H655 [12JA]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Government regulations: require congressional approval of major Executive orders and major rules (see H.R. 6971), H134 [7JA]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

House of Representatives: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (see H. Res. 997), H893 [14JA]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (H. Res. 997), consideration (see H. Res. 999), H893 [14JA]

——— fixing hour of daily meeting (see H. Res. 976), H12 [6JA]

——— notify President that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 974), H12 [6JA]

——— notify Senate that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 975), H12 [6JA]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

——— require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

——— require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

Legislative branch of the Government: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— eliminate automatic salary adjustments (see H.R. 7628), H2234 [20FE]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

——— prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (see H.R. 7317), H1948 [2FE]

Presidential address: joint session (see H. Con. Res. 74), H2118 [10FE]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

——— require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Trump, President: provide authority and discretion over congressional budgetary resources to achieve balanced budget (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Certificates of appointment

Senate: Alan Armstrong, S1568 [24MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

District work period: Speaker Mike Johnson, H1335 [22JA]

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives: Christina Adkins, Texas Director of Elections, H1936 [2FE]

——— Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk of the House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

Lists

Bills enacted into Public Law, 118th Cong., 2d sess., D23–D43 [7JA]

Senate Pages, S249 [15JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Notices

Senate Quarterly Mass Mail, S298 [27JA]

Oaths of office

Armstrong, Alan: Senate, S1568 [24MR]

Menefee, Christian D.: House of Representatives, H1937, H1947 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Appropriations: legislative process, H1178, H1179 [22JA], H1954, H1956–H1958 [3FE], H2693, H2694 [25MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Bipartisanship: importance, H144 [8JA], H2423 [5MR], H2615 [19MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

Committee on Agriculture (House): tribute to staff, H2426 [5MR]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Costa, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H668 [13JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2538, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Germany: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Government: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145, H146, H213–H227, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA], H111, H124–H126 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

——— shutdown relative to budget process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

GSA: report to Congress on state of Public Building Service real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2648, H2649 [24MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

House of Representatives: fixing hour of daily meeting (H. Res. 976), H4 [6JA]

——— legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

——— legislative process, H2271 [24FE]

——— notify President that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 974), H4 [6JA]

——— notify Senate that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 975), H4 [6JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Members of Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

——— require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), E88 [2FE]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Peace Corps: award Congressional Gold Medal to Peace Corps volunteers (H.R. 5521), E255 [24MR]

Presidential address: joint session (H. Con. Res. 74), H2116 [10FE]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119, H129 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H2695 [25MR]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H139 [8JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Washington (State): tribute to tradition of gifting baby chick painting to newest congressional delegation member, H105 [7JA]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

——— legislative process, S4 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S228 [15JA], S317 [28JA], S407 [30JA], S455 [3FE], S560 [11FE]

——— oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (S. Con. Res. 29), S1560 [23MR]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Capitol Pages: tribute, S249 [15JA]

Committee to escort President Trump into House chamber: authority to appoint, S625 [23FE]

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE], S770 [4MR]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Government: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

——— ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

——— shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Grassley, Senator: hosting of town halls with constituents in each Iowa county, S666 [25FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

——— prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Presidential address: joint session (H. Con. Res. 74), S616 [12FE]

Senate: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

——— authority of officials during adjournment, S616 [12FE]

——— impact of partisanship, S186 [14JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA], S186 [14JA]

——— legislative priorities, S4 [5JA], S560 [11FE]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405–S407, S409 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190–S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

——— tribute to ‘‘Famous Five’’ former Senators commemorated in Senate reception room portraits, S1017 [12MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

Tariff: provide for notification to, and review by, Congress relative to imposition of duties (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports filed

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Resignations

Senate: Senator Mullin, S1559 [23MR]

Resumes

Congressional Activity: 118th Cong., 2d sess., D19 [7JA]

——— 119th Cong., 1st sess., D49, D55 [8JA]

——— 119th Cong., 2d sess., D143 [2FE], D233 [2MR]

Rulings of the Chair

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

H. Con. Res. 74, joint session of Congress for Presidential address, H2116 [10FE]

H. Res. 780, consideration of H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H123 [7JA]

H. Res. 974, notify President that quorum has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 975, notify Senate that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 976, fixing hour of House of Representatives daily meeting, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 979, majority party appointments to Committee on Ethics (House), H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 991, request Senate to return to House of Representatives H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H697 [13JA]

H. Res. 1048, minority party appointments to Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2115 [10FE]

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H213–H217 [8JA]

H.R. 6480, report to Congress on state of GSA Public Building Service real estate portfolio, H2648 [24MR]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

S. 4123, End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, S1356 [19MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

S. Con. Res. 29, use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I, S1547 [23MR]

S. Con. Res. 31, recognize duty of Congress to meet needs of working women, S1619 [25MR]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (see S. 3756), S442 [2FE]

China Budget Office: redesignate (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Swagel, Phillip L.: remove as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638), H2605 [19MR]

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190), H2080 [9FE]

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390), H2078 [9FE]

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958), H2575 [18MR]

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682), H2076 [9FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644), H2071 [9FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189), H2196 [12FE]

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497), H1927 [2FE]

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1928 [2FE]

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616), H2049 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

CONGRESSIONAL CAUCUSES see Congress

CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES see Congress

CONGRESSIONAL EMPLOYEES see Congress

CONGRESSIONAL ETHICS see Congress

CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR SOCIETY

Remarks in House

Linson, Dorothy (Ms. Dot): Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizen Honors Award for Service recipient, H2639 [24MR]

CONGRESSIONAL RECORD

Remarks in Senate

Correction, S715 [26FE]

CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE

Bills and resolutions

Crime: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

CONGRESSIONAL REVIEW ACT

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02—Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed’’ (see S.J. Res. 143), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents’’ (see S.J. Res. 132), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Background Screening’’ (see S.J. Res. 133), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: disapprove rule relative to modifications to enhanced supplementary leverage ratio standards for global systemically important bank holding companies (see S.J. Res. 110), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

FRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to the Large Financial Institution Rating System and Framework for the Supervision of Insurance Organizations’’ (see S.J. Res. 111), S802 [4MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions: David Powner, GAO, S1442 [20MR]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S530–S532 [9FE]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

——— several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72–S74 [7JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

S.J. Res. 147, disapprove withdrawal of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’, S1617 [25MR]

CONGRESSIONAL-EXECUTIVE COMMISSION ON CHINA

Appointments

Members, H801 [14JA]

CONKLIN, LENARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1158 [21JA]

CONLEY, FRED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1986 [4FE]

CONNECTICUT

Bills and resolutions

Postal Service: designate single, unique ZIP Code for Scotland, CT (see S. 3668), S257 [15JA]

Remarks in House

EPA: reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Sergeant Stubby: anniversary of death, S1443 [20MR]

CONNELL, JOHN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S492 [4FE]

CONNELL, KRISTI GOODWIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2417 [4MR]

CONNELLY, TIM

Remarks in House

Georgia Hospital Association: Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

CONNER-MILLER, REBECCA

Remarks in House

Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award: recipient, H2237 [23FE]

CONNOLLY, KEITH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H140 [8JA]

CONSERVATION OF ENERGY related term(s) Renewable Energy

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

FERC: issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

Housing: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H594, H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H2269 [24FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4626, Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES related term(s) Ecology and Environment; Natural Resources; Renewable Energy

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow retirees of Experience Services Program to serve as mentors for conservation interns (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

——— authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

Information technology: require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

EPA: reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Florida: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

Greenville, NY: tribute to Greenburgh Nature Center, H2426 [5MR]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Rivers: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, H2668 [24MR], E178 [3MR]

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Nature Conservancy (organization) Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H127 [7JA]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

CONSOLIDATED FARM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

——— make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

Amendments

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H615 [9JA]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Courts: constitutional amendment to limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (see H.J. Res. 145), H1921 [30JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2560–H2568 [18MR]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2538 [17MR]

H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2560 [18MR]

CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY AND SINGLE SUBJECT STATEMENTS

Lists

H.J. Res. 136, H13 [6JA]

H.J. Res. 137, H135 [7JA]

H.J. Res. 138, H253 [8JA]

H.J. Res. 139, H616 [9JA]

H.J. Res. 140, H656 [12JA]

H.J. Res. 141, H1173 [21JA]

H.J. Res. 142–143, H1351 [22JA]

H.J. Res. 144, H1916 [27JA]

H.J. Res. 145–146, H1922 [30JA]

H.J. Res. 147–148, H1949 [2FE]

H.J. Res. 149, H2221 [12FE]

H.J. Res. 150, H2229 [17FE]

H.J. Res. 151, H2421 [4MR]

H.J. Res. 152, H2622 [19MR]

H.J. Res. 153, H2676 [24MR]

H.R. 6938–6954, H12 [6JA]

H.R. 6955–6973, H135 [7JA]

H.R. 6974–6991, H252 [8JA]

H.R. 6992–7005, H615 [9JA]

H.R. 7006–7023, H655 [12JA]

H.R. 7024–7049, H718 [13JA]

H.R. 7050–7081, H893 [14JA]

H.R. 7082–7126, H920 [15JA]

H.R. 7127–7146, H924 [16JA]

H.R. 7147–7166, H948 [20JA]

H.R. 7167–7194, H1172 [21JA]

H.R. 7195–7234, H1351 [22JA]

H.R. 7235–7238, H1912 [23JA]

H.R. 7239–7272, H1915 [27JA]

H.R. 7273–7304, H1922 [30JA]

H.R. 7305–7322, H1949 [2FE]

H.R. 7323–7339, H1976 [3FE]

H.R. 7340–7385, H2031 [4FE]

H.R. 7386–7412, H2041 [5FE]

H.R. 7413–7456, H2096 [9FE]

H.R. 7457–7480, H2119 [10FE]

H.R. 7481–7519, H2187 [11FE]

H.R. 7520–7566, H2220 [12FE]

H.R. 7588–7600, H2228 [17FE]

H.R. 7601–7639, H2234 [20FE]

H.R. 7640–7653, H2258 [23FE]

H.R. 7654–7668, H2296 [24FE]

H.R. 7669–7719, H2328–H2330 [25FE]

H.R. 7720–7743, H2333 [26FE]

H.R. 7744–7752, H2336 [2MR]

H.R. 7753–7781, H2369 [3MR]

H.R. 7782–7810, H2421 [4MR]

H.R. 7811–7859, H2472 [5MR]

H.R. 7860–7889, H2476 [9MR]

H.R. 7890–7933, H2483 [12MR]

H.R. 7934–7952, H2530 [16MR]

H.R. 7953–7969, H2551 [17MR]

H.R. 7970–7992, H2597 [18MR]

H.R. 7993–8028, H2621 [19MR]

H.R. 8029–8034, H2627 [20MR]

H.R. 8035–8069, H2676 [24MR]

H.R. 8070–8091, H2711 [25MR]

H.R.7567–7587, H2224 [13FE]

CONSTITUTION—U.S.

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H2607 [19MR]

Freedom of speech: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183, H1337 [22JA]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Courts: affirm rule of law and legitimacy of judicial review, S223 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

Government: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIES

Bills and resolutions

Build America, Buy America Act: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE] (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Tariff: require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216 [16MR]

Murray Roofing Co., Inc.: anniversary, E265 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Reports filed

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

S. 3768, Advancing Better Options for Dwellings Everywhere (ABODE) Act, S472 [3FE]

CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Consumers: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

——— require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (see H.R. 7588), H2227 [17FE]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7484), H2185 [11FE]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02—Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed’’ (see S.J. Res. 143), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents’’ (see S.J. Res. 132), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Background Screening’’ (see S.J. Res. 133), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions: David Powner, GAO, S1442 [20MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S.J. Res. 147, disapprove withdrawal of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’, S1617 [25MR]

CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bicycles: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Firearms: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

CONSUMERS related term(s) Credit; Product Safety

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, H674 [13JA]

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Armed Forces: expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02—Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed’’ (see S.J. Res. 143), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents’’ (see S.J. Res. 132), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Background Screening’’ (see S.J. Res. 133), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

——— establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

——— reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

——— require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (see H.R. 7588), H2227 [17FE]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

——— remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

——— restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (see H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Dept. of Transportation: include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Electic power: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

——— prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

FCC: terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

FDA: amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Foreign trade: modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

——— increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

——— require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

——— expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

Motor vehicles: inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

——— protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Privacy: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: establish individual tariff refund credit (see H.R. 7636), H2234 [20FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

——— repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (see H.R. 6999), H615 [9JA]

Technology: require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Business and industry: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

California: management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114, H128, H130 [7JA], H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541, H2548 [17MR], H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR]

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), H1185 [22JA]

——— designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H2539 [17MR]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

SSA: improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Taxation: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620 [12JA], H669, H674, H675 [13JA], H2104, H2110, H2113 [10FE], H2268 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2284 [24FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S766 [3MR], S769 [4MR]

Climate: effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

——— extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA], S770 [4MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228, S234 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR], S972 [11MR], S1147 [17MR]

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Senate: legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA]

——— legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE], S771 [4MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S187, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H127 [7JA]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

H.R. 5663, ACPAC Modernization Act, H2657 [24MR]

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. Con. Res. 30, commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs, S1618 [25MR]

S.J. Res. 147, disapprove withdrawal of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’, S1617 [25MR]

CONTINENTAL SHELF see Outer Continental Shelf

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex: anniversary, E149 [20FE]

CONTRACEPTIVES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks in House

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

CONTRACTS

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

——— permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

——— prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

Crime: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

——— prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

——— report on certain contracts and awards to small business concerns (see H.R. 7076), H893 [14JA]

——— require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

——— prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

——— recognize Women-Owned Small Business program in procurement hierarchy of small business preferences (see S. 3896), S650 [24FE]

District of Columbia: prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (see H.R. 7068), H893 [14JA]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

——— extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

——— modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H947 [20JA]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

Technology: prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Colleges and universities: restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (H.R. 7040), H1162 [21JA]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Navy: authorize to enter into contract for construction of submarine cable laying and repair ships (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

Whistleblowing: ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Modern Worker Security Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

Texts of

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

CONTRERAS, MARK

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S439 [2FE]

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Crime: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

——— modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

——— prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (see H.R. 8005), H2620 [19MR]

Texts of

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

COOGAN, SEAN

Remarks in House

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

COOGLER, RYAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2208 [12FE]

COOK, CHRISTOPHER

Remarks in House

Tribute, E268 [25MR]

COOK, ELLA

Remarks in House

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

COOK, RICHARD (VAN)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E234 [18MR]

COOK COUNTY, MN

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

COONS, CHRISTOPHER A. (a Senator from Delaware)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S919 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1251, S1279, S1305 [18MR], S1388 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA]

Appointments

U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, S1016 [11MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S802 [4MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S116 [8JA]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: require Director be appointed by and with advice and consent of Senate (see S. 698), S916 [9MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Contraceptives: establish certain duties for pharmacies to ensure provision of FDA-approved contraception (see S. 2302), S345 [28JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Courts: give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see S. 2544), S490 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: clarify availability and appropriateness of training for local school food service personnel (see S. 1736), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S1616 [25MR]

Dept. of Energy and NSF: improve coordination on activities carried out under National Quantum Initiative Program (see S. 1343), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— support State-based maternal mortality review committees and disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives (see S. 2621), S345 [28JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S346 [28JA]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1092 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

Education: express that paraprofessionals and education support staff in schools and universities should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions (see S. Res. 158), S652 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S1545 [23MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prevent and mitigate potential for conflicts of interest by certain officials following Government service (see S. 2132), S258 [15JA]

Federal employees: cover, for purposes of workers’ compensation, services by physician assistants and nurse practitioners provided to injured Federal workers (see S. 3296), S610 [12FE]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 126), S489 [4FE]

Federal Highway Administration: reauthorize and improve wildlife crossings program (see S. 3503), S346 [28JA]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S1580 [24MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR]

Insurance: provide for coverage of medically necessary food and vitamins and individual amino acids for digestive and inherited metabolic disorders under Federal health programs and private health insurance (see S. 3304), S1545 [23MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1011 [11MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Labeling: establish requirements for quality and discard dates voluntarily declared on food labels (see S. 2541), S916 [9MR]

Medicare: improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (see S. 1879), S651 [24FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 1332), S882 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S916 [9MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S379 [29JA]

Office of Science and Technology Policy: develop consistent set of policy guidelines for Federal research agencies to address financial instability of graduate and postdoctoral researchers (see S. 1664), S610 [12FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see S. 3211), S732 [2MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S258 [15JA]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S708 [26FE]

——— establish name, image, and likeness investment accounts for student-athletes (see S. 3378), S916 [9MR]

——— expand employer-provided child care credit and dependent care assistance exclusion (see S. 847), S651 [24FE]

——— improve and enhance work opportunity tax credit to encourage longer-service employment and make it more effective as hiring incentive for targeted workers (see S. 492), S1091 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Wildlife: prohibit certain activities involving prohibited primate species (see S. 1594), S626 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Courts: modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

Legislative branch of the Government: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S414 [30JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1083 [17MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S852 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1083 [17MR], S1587 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S414, S425 [30JA]

Dover AFB, DE: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S1083 [17MR]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, S544 [10FE]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S1083 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S851 [4MR], S1083 [17MR]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1083 [17MR], S1587 [24MR]

Tributes

Siegel, Mark, S678 [25FE]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty), S152 [13JA]

COOPER, CHARLES B., II

Letters

Operation Epic Fury, S785 [4MR]

COOPERATIVE FORESTRY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

COOPERSTOWN, NY

Remarks in House

Jones, Andruw: National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, H2415 [4MR]

COPPELL, TX

Remarks in House

Coppell High School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207 [12MR]

Kellogg, Larry: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36 [13JA]

Moore, Ronald F.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53 [20JA]

Munson, Don: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Smits, Mark: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34 [13JA]

COPYRIGHT LABELING AND ETHICAL AI REPORTING (CLEAR) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

COPYRIGHTS related term(s) Patents

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

Courts: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Justice: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

Safety: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

CORAL GABLES, FL

Remarks in House

Biltmore Hotel Miami-Coral Gables: anniversary, E3 [6JA]

CORCORAN, ISSAC

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1938 [2FE]

CORDERO-STUTZ, ROSANNA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E270 [25MR]

CORNYN, JOHN (a Senator from Texas)

Amendments

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S1011 [11MR]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1048 [12MR]

——— increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

Crime: improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S220 [14JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S419 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3805), S579 [11FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see S. 3360), S346 [28JA]

——— revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see S. 545), S1368 [19MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1048 [12MR]

Financial institutions: prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring use of or assigning merchant category codes distinguishing firearms retailer from general-merchandise or sporting-goods retailer (see S. 1715), S610 [12FE]

Firearms: ban Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit capacity-based restrictions on firearm magazines (see S. 2813), S682 [25FE]

——— ensure that certain operations, functions, and services of Federal Government relating to enforcement of firearms laws and firearm export licensing continue during lapse in appropriations (see S. 3085), S578 [11FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit State excise taxes on firearms and ammunition manufacturers and dealers (see S. 1169), S345 [28JA]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (see S. 858), S50 [6JA]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S471 [3FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (see S. Res. 526), S1444 [20MR]

Taxation: allow certain deductions to apply to qualified business development company interest dividends in same manner as qualified real estate investment trust dividends (see S. 2962), S883 [5MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S419 [30JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S762 [3MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Remarks

Appropriations: legislative process, S67 [7JA]

Democracy: importance of participation in elections, S452 [3FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1530 [23MR]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1591 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1169 [18MR], S1429 [20MR], S1530 [23MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S305 [28JA], S1430 [20MR], S1591 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1170 [18MR], S1321 [19MR], S1430 [20MR], S1530 [23MR], S1591 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S305 [28JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S67 [7JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S304 [28JA]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S527 [9FE]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1530 [23MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S68 [7JA]

Senate: legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S304–S306 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S68 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S304–S306 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1321 [19MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S661 [25FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1530 [23MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S68 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1170 [18MR], S1321 [19MR], S1430 [20MR], S1530 [23MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1591 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

CORONADO, GIL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E148 [20FE]

CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY (CARES) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Unemployment: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Reports filed

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

CORPORATE CRIME DATABASE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Texts of

S. 4104, provisions, S1057 [16MR]

CORPORATE CRIMES AGAINST HEALTH CARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE]

CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

AmeriCorps Administration: establish to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Taxation: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

AmeriCorps Administration: establish to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

CORPORATION FOR PUBLIC BROADCASTING

Remarks in House

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

CORPORATIONS related term(s) Business and Industry

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Disasters: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SEC: establish Public Company Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

——— prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

Taxation: end tax-free treatment of certain corporate reorganizations that involve large corporations (see S. 4185), S1614 [25MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7493), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Women: express that corporations should commit to utilizing benefits of women in boards of directors and other senior management positions (see H. Res. 1003), H920 [15JA]

Motions

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Reports filed

Public Company Advisory Committee Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Texts of

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

S. 3847, Stop Corporate Inversions Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

CORPS OF ENGINEERS related term(s) Department of Defense

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Coastal zones: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

Puerto Rico: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Ships and vessels: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Water: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

——— designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

Waterways: provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

CORREA, J. LUIS (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H656 [12JA]

——— provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2236 [20FE]

——— strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

Crowther, Welles R.: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5519), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2677 [24MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2330 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2330 [25FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H2042 [5FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2221 [12FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

Immigration: establish new nonimmigrant category for alien relatives of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents seeking to enter U.S. temporarily for family purposes (see H.R. 6670), H136 [7JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2551 [17MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2033 [4FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: provide benefits for first responders at age of 57 (see H.R. 6157), H2042 [5FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H922 [15JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2422 [4MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 4327), H2598 [18MR]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2259 [23FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (H.R. 7821), H2472 [5MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2430 [5MR]

Remarks

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR], E143• [20FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H141 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2145 [11FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2192 [12FE]

Fullerton, CA: anniversary of East Fullerton Little League, H2190 [12FE]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Santa Ana, CA: tribute to Santa Ana High School girls’ wrestling team, H2300 [25FE]

——— tribute to Segerstrom High School girls’ soccer team, H2553 [18MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2277• [24FE], E230• [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2145 [11FE]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Tributes

Adams, George, H2667 [24MR]

Banales, Frank, H604 [9JA]

deMetropolis, Sean, H1988 [4FE]

Escalante, Alfred, E248• [20MR]

Gomez, Otoniel, H1988 [4FE]

Hagler, Holly, H2431 [5MR]

Hirota, Doris A. Derleth, H1988 [4FE]

Koch, Howard, H1988 [4FE]

Moraga, Helen, H1335 [22JA]

Owens, Dolores, H140 [8JA]

CORRECTIONAL FACILITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA]

CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

——— regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

——— submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Courts: give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— require Office of Detention Oversight to conduct audits of detention facilities and restrict detention of aliens at such facilities until after any deficiencies have been properly remediated (see S. 3932), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (see H.R. 8064), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR] (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

Income: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

Law enforcement officers: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Remarks in House

California: parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA], H1990 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Bureau of Prisons: require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, S1351 [19MR]

——— require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, unanimous-consent request, S1351, S1352 [19MR]

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

S. 3960, Smarter Pretrial Detention for Drug Charges Act, S735 [2MR]

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

CORRUPTION CLAWBACK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

CORTEZ MASTO, CATHERINE (a Senator from Nevada)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S615 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1145 [17MR], S1406 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S139 [12JA], S175 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354, S355 [28JA], S383 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S90 [7JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

Crime: criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S763 [3MR]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

——— require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: establish Western Refined Fuel Storage Reserve as part of Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 3407), S554 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Transportation: reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S379 [29JA]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see S. 2870), S50 [6JA]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

Health Care Provider Protection Act: reauthorize (see S. 266), S470 [3FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures, make certain disclosures, and establish criminal penalties for solicitation or production of sexual content (see S. 3062), S131 [12JA]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S652 [24FE]

Medicare: improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SBA: increase loan limits for loans made to small manufacturers (see S. 1555), S1545 [23MR]

SEC: promulgate rules relative to electronic delivery of certain required disclosures (see S. 1877), S470 [3FE]

——— specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Social Security: review and simplify processes, forms, and communications for family caregivers to assist individuals in establishing eligibility, enrolling in, and maintaining benefits under certain Federal aid programs (see S. 1227), S1206 [18MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S763 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S578 [11FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S802 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see S. 3616), S161 [13JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see S. 3657), S256 [15JA]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR]

SBA: encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

Taxation: restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE]

Technology: require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S33 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1336 [19MR]

Immigration: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children, S977, S979 [11MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1598 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S698 [26FE]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S698 [26FE]

Taxation: deny any foreign tax credit or deduction relative to taxes paid or accrued to Russia (S. 327), S953 [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1598 [25MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1336 [19MR]

CORYELL, SAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H908 [15JA]

COSMETICS

Bills and resolutions

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

COST OF LIVING see Economy; Income

COST OF POLICE MISCONDUCT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA]

COST OPENNESS AND SPENDING TRANSPARENCY (COST) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

COSTA, JIM (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2473 [5MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: increase Federal cost share for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program administration to improve staffing and retention (see H.R. 3442), H2236 [20FE]

——— permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H1352 [22JA]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1916 [27JA]

——— prohibit from testing Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model and implementation of payment models testing prior authorization under traditional Medicare (see H.R. 6361), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H136 [7JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Firefighters: increase preparation of structural firefighters to assist in wildfire and wildland-urban interface fire response efforts and coordination of firefighting teams across all levels of government (see H.R. 4852), H2484 [12MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2484 [12MR]

GAO: conduct technology assessment focused on liquid-cooling systems for artificial intelligence (AI) compute clusters and high-performance computing facilities (see H.R. 5332), H2623 [19MR]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H1912 [23JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H949 [20JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H253 [8JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (see H.R. 347), H2421 [4MR]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H656 [12JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

——— disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H253 [8JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: establish demonstration program relative to golden mussel (see H.R. 3717), H2484 [12MR]

White House: apply certain National Historic Preservation Act requirements (see H.R. 6761), H1977 [3FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (H.R. 7609), H2235 [20FE]

Remarks

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1985 [4FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427 [5MR]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit assumption of loans under Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H728 [14JA]

House of Representatives: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H668 [13JA]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Tributes

Hoyer, Representative, H144 [8JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H234 [8JA]

COTA, FERNANDO V.

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

COTTON, RICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, E93 [3FE]

COTTON, TOM (a Senator from Arkansas)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S1206 [18MR]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S346 [28JA]

——— restore veterans’ rights to own or possess firearms by requiring proof of danger to self or others before reporting to National Instant Criminal Background Check System (see S. 478), S651 [24FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

FERC: prohibit allocation of costs for certain electric transmission facilities to consumers in State where public officials did not expressly consent to transmission facility (see S. 3287), S1010 [11MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 1283), S1615 [25MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S131 [12JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 3514), S1615 [25MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S535 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

——— prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

FERC: exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

Immigration: improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Power resources: protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1190 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S69 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1189 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1189 [18MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S69 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1189 [18MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Committee on Intelligence (Senate, Select), S552 [10FE]

COTTRELL, DAVID

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

COUDERSPORT, PA

Remarks in House

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

COUNCIL, BRENDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1986 [4FE]

COUNCIL FOR OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATION

Remarks in House

Giraldo-Santiago, Natalia: Council for Opportunity in Education National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160 [24FE]

COUNCIL GROVE, KS

Remarks in Senate

Council Grove (KS) Republican: tribute, S956 [10MR]

COUNCIL GROVE (KS) REPUBLICAN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S956 [10MR]

COUNSELING FOR CAREER CHOICE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

COUNTERING HARMFUL ADVERSARIAL RECHARGEABLE AND GENERATIVE ENERGY (CHARGE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

COUNTING ALUMINUM NET SURPLUS (CANS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

COURTNEY, JOE (a Representative from Connecticut)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2259 [23FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: prohibit non-consensual disclosure of digitally altered intimate images (see H.R. 1941), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— safeguard rights of workers and protect children by responsibly increasing civil monetary penalties and other means (see H.R. 6597), H2474 [5MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2120 [10FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2259 [23FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1352 [22JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H895 [14JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see H. Res. 100), H2033 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2474 [5MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1916 [27JA]

Taxation: provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (H.R. 8045), H2676 [24MR]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Revolution Wind project impact assessment: Steven J. Sample, Dept. of Defense, H2489 [16MR]

Remarks

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2645, H2646 [24MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Tributes

Anderson, Brian, E66• [22JA]

Canova, Robert, E105• [4FE]

Lambeth, Royce, H2489 [16MR]

MacNaughton, John P., Jr., E96• [3FE]

O’Rourke, Ronald, E122• [10FE]

COURTS related term(s) Crime; Law Enforcement; Lawyers and Attorneys; Supreme Court

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Articles and editorials

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Citizenship: provide for limitation on nationality of persons eligible to serve as U.S. judges (see H.R. 7634), H2234 [20FE]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Civil rights: provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Claims: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

——— protect legal proceedings from manipulation and provide for transparency and oversight of third-party beneficiaries in civil actions (see H.R. 7015), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional amendments: limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (see H.J. Res. 145), H1921 [30JA]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

——— create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see S. 3815), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7467), H2118 [10FE]

——— eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (see H.R. 7364), H2030 [4FE]

——— enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

——— ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

——— establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

——— establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

——— establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

——— increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

——— increase penalties for terrorists (see H.R. 8040), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HUD: repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (see H.R. 7719), H2328 [25FE]

——— authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

——— provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (see H.R. 8064), H2675 [24MR]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (see H.R. 7881), H2476 [9MR]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

——— provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see S. 3874), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7575), H2224 [13FE]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

——— find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Immigration: improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Information technology: limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

——— sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

IRS: improve services provided to taxpayers by providing greater judicial review (see S. 3931), S706 [26FE]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S256 [15JA]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement officers: hold accountable in courts (see S. 3804), S533 [9FE]

——— permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

Lawsuits: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Louisiana: redefine eastern and middle judicial districts (see H.R. 7835), H2470 [5MR]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Patents: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

Political ethics: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (see H.R. 7072), H893 [14JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Safety: strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide exemption from gross income for interest paid to taxpayers by IRS following audit or litigation in which taxpayer prevailed (see S. 3587), S89 [7JA]

Technology: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

U.S. Immigration Courts: establish (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

——— include Federal defender as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Women: establish Federal tort for harm caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

——— excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts: Federal Defender Services program funding, H908 [15JA]

Bankruptcy: modify compensation payable to trustees serving in cases under chapter 7 and extend term of certain temporary offices of bankruptcy judges (S. 3424), H626–H628 [12JA]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

——— submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

——— temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

District courts: limit authority to provide injunctive relief (H.R. 1526), H712 [13JA]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (H.R. 7881), E198 [9MR]

——— reduce District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, E117 [9FE]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

National Court Reporting and Captioning Week: observance, E98 [3FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

Pasco County, FL: tribute to Pasco County Misdemeanor Probation Unit, E176 [3MR]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128 [21JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— impeachment, H2262 [24FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

Utah: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2514–H2516 [16MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Women: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S766 [3MR], S769 [4MR]

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S434 [2FE], S481 [4FE]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

Constitution—U.S.: affirm rule of law and legitimacy of judicial review, S223 [14JA]

Crime: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (S. 3815), S554 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S447 [3FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450, S451 [3FE]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Information technology: revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, S544 [10FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S483, S486 [4FE], S497, S503 [5FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S458 [3FE], S504–S506 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S475 [4FE]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405–S407, S409 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190–S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1053 [16MR], S1059, S1065 [17MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (S. 4125), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Technology: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to judiciary, S223–S225 [14JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Nomination of Aaron C. Peterson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Andrew B. Davis To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Anna St. John To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Brian C. Lea To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Christopher R. Wolfe To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of David C. Fowlkes To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of John T. Shepherd To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Justin R. Olson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Megan Blair Benton To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Nicholas J. Ganjei To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Subpoena Notices

U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, H1993 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

H.R. 3073, Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, H2515 [16MR]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 1837, Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE) Act, S145 [13JA]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 3424, Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act, H627 [12JA]

S. 3815, create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse, S555 [10FE]

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

S. 3960, Smarter Pretrial Detention for Drug Charges Act, S735 [2MR]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

COWANS, ALVIN J.

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

COY, HUNTER

Poems

‘‘Sun Rises on the Capitol Dome’’ Hunter Coy, S265 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

COYLE, MISSY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E260 [24MR]

CRAG RATS (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E182 [3MR]

CRAIG, ANGIE (a Representative from Minnesota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Adoption: criminalize unlawful adoption practices (see H.R. 6170), H2259 [23FE]

Animals: increase enforcement of Animal Welfare Act violations (see H.R. 349), H1949 [2FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CDC: reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2221 [12FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H136 [7JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— index maximum value of Federal Pell Grants to inflation (see H.R. 1666), H2119 [10FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to States to support efforts to increase teacher salaries (see H.R. 2021), H925 [16JA]

——— reauthorize and improve grant program to assist institutions of higher education in establishing, maintaining, and improving student veteran centers (see H.R. 6358), H2259 [23FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address behavioral health and well-being among education professionals and other school staff (see H.R. 4120), H2297 [24FE]

——— address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H1950 [2FE]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H949 [20JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: protect consumers from price-gouging of residential rental and sale prices (see H.R. 3214), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H136 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H1352 [22JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2485 [12MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H949 [20JA]

——— provide victims of gun violence access to same civil remedies available to those injured through other means and ensure gun industry is not shielded from liability when negligent (see H.R. 3740), H1949 [2FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2097 [9FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of algorithmic decision systems to inform individualized prices and wages (see H.R. 4640), H135 [7JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H719 [13JA]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2330 [25FE]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1950 [2FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2120 [10FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2120 [10FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2677 [24MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Pool and Spa Safety Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4751), H1173 [21JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

SSA: establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2330 [25FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2097 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (H.R. 7206), H1351 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (H.R. 7155), H948 [20JA]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (H.R. 7207), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1191 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1191 [22JA]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269• [25MR]

Tributes

Searle, Hugo, E264• [25MR]

Tate, Jeff, E138• [13FE]

CRAMER, KEVIN (a Senator from North Dakota)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S934 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S731 [2MR]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see S. 877), S291 [27JA]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: issue standards relative to chip security mechanisms for integrated circuit products (see S. 1705), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S379 [29JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S1010 [11MR]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S378 [29JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S708 [26FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S116 [8JA]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see S. 3616), S161 [13JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Space Force: submit feasibility report on expanding Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender (see S. 4201), S1614 [25MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

Tributes

Curtis, Ray, S487• [4FE]

Dycus, Chesley L., S703 [26FE]

CRANE, ELIJAH (a Representative from Arizona)

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H797 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: detain any unlawfully present alien who is arrested for certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 64), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2552 [17MR]

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: require financial institutions to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (see H.R. 7842), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2032 [4FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2221 [12FE]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (H.R. 6941), H12 [6JA]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (H.R. 6942), H12 [6JA]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal (H.R. 6959), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H797, H798 [14JA]

Glenn, Amber: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Kam, Ellie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H797, H798 [14JA]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2522 [16MR]

O’Shea, Danny: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2159 [11FE]

Tributes

Bennett, Hunter, H2208 [12FE]

Patrick, Zariea, H228 [8JA]

Skankey, Robert, H2208 [12FE]

CRANK, JEFF (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2259 [23FE]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Courts: authorize additional district judges for district courts and convert temporary judgeships (see H.R. 1702), H1922 [30JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: increase dollar amounts for payment of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation (see H.R. 6047), H2422 [4MR]

EPA: clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see H.R. 6409), H2297 [24FE]

——— revise regulations governing review and handling of air quality monitoring data influenced by exceptional events or actions to mitigate wildfire risk (see H.R. 6387), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2371 [3MR]

Housing: remove requirement on lessors to provide thirty day notice to vacate (see H.R. 1078), H2259 [23FE]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H656 [12JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H949 [20JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H1949 [2FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H2259 [23FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

Public lands: restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H1922 [30JA]

Public lands: restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (H.R. 7979), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216• [16MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2412 [4MR]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Grace Baptist Church, H2206 [12FE]

——— anniversary of Springs Rescue Mission (organization), E219• [16MR]

——— tribute to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, H2453 [5MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2092 [9FE]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1134 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2412 [4MR]

Tributes

Floyd, Candence, E216• [16MR]

Hudnall, Todd and Kelly, H907 [15JA]

Pennington, Benjamin N., H2681 [25MR]

CRAPO, MIKE (a Senator from Idaho)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S846 [4MR], S894 [5MR], S939 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

American Heart Month: designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S731 [2MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S1545 [23MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see S. 1039), S651 [24FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

IRS: improve services provided to taxpayers by providing greater judicial review (see S. 3931), S706 [26FE]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S195 [14JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S750 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798• [4MR]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1597 [25MR]

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S195 [14JA]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

CRAWFORD, CHRIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2709 [25MR]

CRAWFORD, ERIC A. ‘‘RICK’’ (a Representative from Arkansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: require hospitals with approved medical residency training programs to submit certain information regarding osteopathic and allopathic candidates for such programs (see H.R. 2314), H656 [12JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see H.R. 3885), H656 [12JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H1173 [21JA]

——— protect patient access to ground ambulance services furnished under part B (see H.R. 2232), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H921 [15JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (H.R. 7571), H2225 [13FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (H.R. 8035), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2400 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1320 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2400 [4MR]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

——— U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H650, H653 [12JA]

Votes: correction, E202• [9MR]

Tributes

Jones, Rose M. Bryant, E10• [7JA]

Markin, Glendon, II, E197• [9MR]

CREATING HOSPITALITY ECONOMIC ENHANCEMENT FOR RESTAURANTS AND SERVERS (CHEERS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES NOW FOR NECESSARY AND EFFECTIVE CARE TECHNOLOGIES (CONNECT) FOR HEALTH ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES TO THRIVE AND ADVANCE (COTA) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

CREDIT related term(s) Consumers

Bills and resolutions

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Background Screening’’ (see S.J. Res. 133), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

——— establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

——— reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Consumers: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— provide grants and direct or guaranteed loans to increase domestic fertilizer production for farmers (see S. 4148), S1367 [19MR]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy: provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of HUD: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for housing loans to members of Reserve components and National Guard who perform certain duties (see H.R. 7009), H655 [12JA]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

——— report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7484), H2185 [11FE]

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

——— apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (see H.R. 7888), H2476 [9MR]

——— expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

——— provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see S. 3616), S161 [13JA]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

SBA: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

States: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Taxation: allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

——— apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Remarks in House

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2076–H2078 [9FE]

SBA: modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Consumers: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

——— extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (S. 3753), S420 [30JA]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA]

Reports filed

College Financial Aid Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3390, Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act, H2076 [9FE]

H.R. 5763, Main Street Parity Act, H930 [20JA]

H.R. 5788, 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, H933 [20JA]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

S.J. Res. 147, disapprove withdrawal of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’, S1617 [25MR]

CREDIT CARD COMPETITION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

CREDIT CARD FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

CREDIT CARDS see Credit

CREDIT REPAIR ORGANIZATIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

CREDIT UNIONS see Financial Institutions

CRENSHAW, DAN (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H2188 [11FE]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H2033 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

FERC: establish best-available transmission conductor standard for certain transmission projects and provide for presumptions regarding cost recovery for such conductors (see H.R. 6633), H616 [9JA]

——— prohibit allocation of costs for certain electric transmission facilities to consumers in State where public officials did not expressly consent to transmission facility (see H.R. 6336), H616 [9JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H135 [7JA]

Medicare: create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H253 [8JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H13 [6JA]

Native Americans: ensure all federally recognized Tribes that are eligible for gaming in U.S. are regulated under Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (see H.R. 3723), H2297 [24FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H656 [12JA]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Civil rights: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (see H.R. 7572), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (H.R. 7420), H2096 [9FE]

Civil rights: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (H.R. 7572), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (H.R. 7208), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, E103• [4FE]

CRIME related term(s) Espionage; Sexual Harassment; Terrorism

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, H2572 [18MR]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (see H.R. 7293), H1921 [30JA]

——— protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Civil liberties: prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Civil rights: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (see H.R. 7572), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see S. 3815), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7467), H2118 [10FE]

——— eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (see H.R. 7364), H2030 [4FE]

——— ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

——— establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

——— establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

——— give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S256 [15JA]

——— permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

——— provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

——— strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

Defense Production Act: amend to limit eligibility for assistance, increase monetary penalties, and establish fraud risk management processes (see H.R. 8030), H2627 [20MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

——— combat fraud in federally funded child care programs (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

——— debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (see H.R. 7719), H2328 [25FE]

——— allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

——— authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7310), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

——— provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

——— provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (see H.R. 8064), H2675 [24MR]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (see H.R. 7068), H893 [14JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

——— prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (see H.R. 8005), H2620 [19MR]

Elections: prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Epstein, Jeffrey: establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Espionage: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: establish national task force to investigate and combat fraud involving Federal dollars (see H.R. 7312), H1948 [2FE]

——— increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

——— request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

Firearms: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

——— improve licensing requirements for retail sale of firearms (see H.R. 7135), H924 [16JA]

——— issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Government regulations: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Health: make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

Hortman, Mark: tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Hortman, Melissa: tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (see H.R. 7105), H919 [15JA]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— provide that alien convicted of offense involving animal cruelty is inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 7544), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— require financial institutions to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (see H.R. 7842), H2471 [5MR]

——— revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

——— establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose informations (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Insurance: provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

——— implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

——— limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Law enforcement officers: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

——— hold accountable in courts (see S. 3804), S533 [9FE]

——— increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Medicaid: direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

Medicare: increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Guard: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1024), H1921 [30JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Political ethics: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (see H.R. 7072), H893 [14JA]

Public welfare programs: enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

Railroads: prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Safety: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Taxation: repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (see H.R. 6999), H615 [9JA]

Technology: prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

Terrorism: increase penalties for terrorists (see H.R. 8040), H2674 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Proclamations

Tribute to Melissa and John Hortman: by: Representative Morrison, H2267 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts: Federal Defender Services program funding, H908 [15JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Australia: express condolences to victims of mass shooting at Bondi Beach, H593 [9JA]

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

California: allegations of unemployment fraud, H612 [9JA], H1946 [2FE]

——— parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

——— authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Children and youth: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

——— oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

——— treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA], H1990 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

——— submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

——— temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer (H.R. 1663), H937–H939 [20JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Elections: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

Espionage: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Government regulations: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2568–H2576 [18MR]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, H2488 [16MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Muslim Americans: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month: observance, H666 [13JA]

National security: recognize threat that spread of radical Islamist ideology poses to U.S., H605 [9JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, H1939 [2FE]

——— impeachment, H666 [13JA], H2208 [12FE]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H711–H713 [13JA]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337, H1338, H1346 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

——— evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, H2156 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

Bureau of Prisons: require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, S1351 [19MR]

——— require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, unanimous-consent request, S1351, S1352 [19MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Children and youth: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

——— provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (S. 3815), S554 [10FE]

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE], S1020 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: increase criminal penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding officer or employee of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (S. 2269), S403 [30JA]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

——— direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

——— operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Insurance: reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Jews: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

——— condemn rise of antisemitism, S306 [28JA]

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (S. 3179), S104 [8JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

New Orleans, LA: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

——— improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S198 [14JA], S304–S306, S315–S334 [28JA], S449 [3FE], S1533 [23MR]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, S79 [7JA]

——— State of the Union Message, S693, S714 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Drone Espionage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Statements

Tribute to Alex Pretti: Jessica Hauser, S309 [28JA]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94 [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

H.R. 1663, Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act, H937 [20JA]

H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2568 [18MR]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

S. 3815, create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse, S555 [10FE]

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

S. 3960, Smarter Pretrial Detention for Drug Charges Act, S735 [2MR]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 586, National Stalking Awareness Month, S293 [27JA]

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

CRIME VICTIMS FUND STABILIZATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 909, provisions, H623 [12JA]

CRIMINALS’ LOSS OF ELIGIBILITY AND ASSISTANCE NETWORKS (CLEAN) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

CRISOSTOMO, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H149 [8JA]

CRITICAL MINERAL CONSISTENCY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 755), H2353–H2356 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 755, provisions, H2353 [3MR]

CRITICAL MINERAL DOMINANCE ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 4090): consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 4090): consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Letters

Provisions: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H1996 [4FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.R. 4090, provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 4090, provisions, H1994 [4FE]

CRITICAL MINERALS INVESTMENT TAX MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

CROATIA, REPUBLIC OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA]

CROCKETT, JASMINE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2098 [9FE]

Courts: eliminate mandatory arbitration clauses in employment, consumer, civil rights, and antitrust cases (see H.R. 5350), H1352 [22JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H253 [8JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: improve Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and reduce interest rates (see H.R. 2829), H2097 [9FE]

——— prohibit certain discrimination against athletes on basis of sex by State athletic associations, intercollegiate athletic associations, and covered institutions of higher education (see H.R. 1183), H1352 [22JA]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H656 [12JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2098 [9FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2098 [9FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide grants to States, local governments, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing deportation (see H.R. 3101), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish eligibility requirements for education support professionals at schools under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 5222), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H1923 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1923 [30JA]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require reports to Congress on number of veteran employees fired from such agencies and provide for reinstatement of veteran Federal employees (see H.R. 1637), H2097 [9FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: ensure public sector employees are able to form and join unions and enter into written contract with employers and reaffirm policy to encourage collective bargaining (see H.R. 2736), H13 [6JA]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H13 [6JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Immigration: establish right to counsel, at Government expense for those who cannot afford counsel, for people facing removal (see H.R. 3127), H2120 [10FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2097 [9FE]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to limit terms (see H.J. Res. 12), H2229 [17FE]

Merit Systems Protection Board: extend right of appeal to certain Postal Service employees (see H.R. 1559), H2370 [3MR]

Minimum wage: increase (see H.R. 2743), H135 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National objectives: establish national task force to expand opportunities and improve standard of living for working families (see H.R. 2949), H719 [13JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: repeal certain health care provisions and permanently extend Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act enhanced tax credits (see H.R. 4849), H921 [15JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H719 [13JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: limit donations for public property, building, or fixture at White House, Naval Observatory, or certain other public property, or for monuments to living Presidents, Vice Presidents, or appointees (see H.R. 6085), H136 [7JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 1560), H2370 [3MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2229 [17FE]

Taxation: allow workers above-the-line deduction for union dues and expenses and miscellaneous itemized deduction for unreimbursed expenses incurred in trade or business of being employee (see H.R. 2671), H925 [16JA]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Workers’ Memorial Day: establish as Federal holiday (see H.R. 3046), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE]

FAA: limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE]

FAA: limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (H.R. 7172), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks

Dallas, TX: tribute to South Oak Cliff High School football team, H230 [8JA], E116• [9FE]

DeSoto, TX: tribute to DeSoto High School football team, H230 [8JA], E113• [9FE]

Tributes

Bizor, Alger B., E216• [16MR]

Wesley, Christopher K., E118• [9FE]

CROW, JASON (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H1173 [21JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H949 [20JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2484 [12MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2259 [23FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2598 [18MR]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H2484 [12MR]

NIH: take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H1173 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H949 [20JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Democracy Day: designate (H.J. Res. 136), H13 [6JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (H.R. 7060), H894 [14JA]

CROW REVENUE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

CRUM, FRANK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1336 [22JA]

CRUZ, TED (a Senator from Texas)

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S172 [13JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S837 [4MR], S890 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S166 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S349, S354, S355 [28JA], S383 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: require public institutions of higher education to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S258 [15JA]

Courts: modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S534 [9FE]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see S. 2544), S510 [5FE]

——— criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S708 [26FE]

——— improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S882 [5MR]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see S. 3397), S708 [26FE]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S611 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: establish appropriate rules for prosecutors and Federal judges to carry concealed firearm (see S. 2993), S346 [28JA]

Firefighters: award Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resilency, sacrifice, and service to protect forests, grasslands, and communities in U.S. (see S. 142), S1091 [17MR]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see S. Res. 547), S611 [12FE]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

——— revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see S. 3897), S650 [24FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S708 [26FE]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S471 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Crime: establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of HHS: require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE]

FCC: expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE]

Cloture motions

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Letters

Siege at the Alamo: William B. Travis, S736 [2MR]

Remarks

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate): nomination lists, S470 [3FE], S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1069 [17MR]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S450 [3FE]

Texas Independence Day: observance, S736 [2MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1069 [17MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Coast Guard Nominations: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE], S608 [12FE], S1046 [12MR]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Nomination of Arvind Raman To Be Under Sec. of Commerce for Standards and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Daniel J. Edwards To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Aviation and International Affairs: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of John DeLeeuw to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Matthew Anderson To Be NASA Deputy Administrator: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Michael Graham to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Richard Kloster to Surface Transportation Board: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Robert Harvey to Federal Maritime Commission: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Ryan McCormack To Be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Seval Oz To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Research and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Steven Haines To Be Assistant Sec. of Commerce for Industry and Analysis: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Thomas G. Allan, Jr., To Be Coast Guard Vice Commandant: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

CUBA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign trade: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

CUELLAR, HENRY (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Homeland Security: secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2097 [9FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2097 [9FE]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2032 [4FE]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2221 [12FE]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H1949 [2FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— remove deadline for ratification of constitutional amendment to ensure equal rights (see H.J. Res. 80), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (H.R. 7865), H2476 [9MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1313 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1313 [22JA]

CUNNINGHAM, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H648 [12JA]

CUNNINGHAM, LIAM

Remarks in House

Paralympic Games: tribute to participation, H1992 [4FE]

CURET ALONSO, CATALINO (TITE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E134 [12FE]

CURL-SALEMME, BRITTA

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2549 [17MR]

CURRENCY see Money

CURTIS, CASEY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1026 [12MR]

CURTIS, DARCI

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1364 [19MR]

CURTIS, JOHN R. (a Senator from Utah)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S683 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy and NSF: improve coordination on activities carried out under National Quantum Initiative Program (see S. 1343), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA]

——— require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S652 [24FE]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

EPA: authorize manufacturers of certain vehicles to suspend engine derate or shutdown functions in prolonged cold weather conditions (see S. 3135), S708 [26FE]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see S. 2503), S626 [23FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1092 [17MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see S. Res. 525), S1581 [24MR]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S708 [26FE]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see S. 2761), S578 [11FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see S. 3513), S732 [2MR]

SBA: allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S344 [28JA] (see S. 3752), S579 [11FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

CURTIS, RAY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S487 [4FE]

CURTISS, GEOFFREY B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E152 [23FE]

CUSTOMER NON-DISCRIMINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

CUTLER, ME

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S375 [29JA]

CYBERSECURITY see Computers; Information Technology

CYBERSECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AGENCY

Bills and resolutions

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Reports filed

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

DAHMANI, RAMLA

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

DAHMANI, SONIA

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

DAINES, STEVE (a Senator from Montana)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S894 [5MR], S939 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Courts: require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: increase apportionment of formula grants for small transit intensive cities (see S. 2957), S1047 [12MR]

——— permanently extend exemption from engine compartment portion of pre-trip vehicle inspection skills testing requirement for school bus drivers (see S. 1284), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see S. 3314), S883 [5MR]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S683 [25FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S471 [3FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S578 [11FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S51 [6JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE]

——— recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see S. 405), S344 [28JA]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S258 [15JA]

Public lands: modify cost-sharing requirement for conservation projects carried out by qualified youth or conservation corps (see S. 1228), S378 [29JA]

Taxation: allow certain deductions to apply to qualified business development company interest dividends in same manner as qualified real estate investment trust dividends (see S. 2962), S471 [3FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S90 [7JA] (see S. 3752), S471 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA]

Medicare: expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

SEC: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1072 [17MR]

Montana: tribute to Montana National Guard Military and Family Readiness Group, S339• [28JA]

——— tribute to Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines, S679• [25FE]

Olympic Games: tribute to Montana participants, S678 [25FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1072 [17MR]

DALE, TATUM E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1343 [22JA]

DALILAH LAW see Department of Transportation

DALLAS, TX

Remarks in House

Boeding, Todd: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224 [17MR]

H. Grady Spruce High School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

Harry C. Withers Elementary School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

Moss Haven Elementary School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220 [16MR]

Myers, Matthew: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57 [20JA]

RISD Academy: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218 [16MR]

South Oak Cliff High School: tribute to football team, H230 [8JA], E116 [9FE]

Trickett, Cynthia J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55 [20JA]

Williams, James L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

DALLAS COLLEGE MOUNTAIN VIEW

Remarks in House

Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School: tribute to new building opening, E224 [17MR]

DAMS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

DANIA BEACH, FL

Remarks in House

Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor (business): anniversary, E137 [13FE]

DANIEL ELLSBERG PRESS FREEDOM AND WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION ACT see Press Freedom and Whistleblower Protection Act

DANIELS, HEATHER

Remarks in House

Georgia Hospital Association: Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

DANNY FUND, INC.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H604 [9JA]

DARAH, WILLIAM J., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1345 [22JA]

DARCHE, CAROLE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S871 [5MR]

DART, BRUCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1125 [21JA]

DATA see Information Technology

DATA CENTER TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

DATA CENTER WATER AND ENERGY TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 4213, provisions, S1616 [25MR]

DATA TO SAVE MOMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

DAUB, HAL (a former Representative from Nebraska)

Bills and resolutions relative to

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

DAVENPORT, GRACE

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

DAVENPORT, IA

Remarks in House

McKee, Kevin: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2489 [16MR]

DAVEY O’BRIEN FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

DAVIDS, SHARICE (a Representative from Kansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: revise regulations banning mailing or receiving of drugs, instruments, equipment, and educational materials relative to medication abortions (see H.R. 2029), H2677 [24MR]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2042 [5FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (see H.R. 2130), H2119 [10FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: carry out initiative to develop, expand, and improve rural child care (see H.R. 5363), H2370 [3MR]

——— expand replacement of stolen electronic benefit transfer benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 3117), H656 [12JA]

——— improve Conservation Reserve Program by improving access to grazing, providing more enrollment options to producers, and addressing certain implementation issues (see H.R. 5111), H2259 [23FE]

——— improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see H.R. 2235), H2370 [3MR]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2098 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H719 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2371 [3MR]

——— provide grants to local educational agencies to encourage girls and underrepresented minorities to pursue studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) (see H.R. 6375), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H2712 [25MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2225 [13FE]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Adverse Childhood Experiences Response Team grant program (see H.R. 3601), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Drugs: establish requirements relative to cost-sharing for certain insulin products (see H.R. 6255), H253 [8JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2371 [3MR]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize pilot program for alternative water source projects (see H.R. 6075), H13 [6JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FCC: modify penalties for violations of Telephone Consumer Protection Act (see H.R. 6449), H656 [12JA]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

FDA: add alpha-gal to definition of ‘‘major food allergen’’ (see H.R. 1178), H2297 [24FE]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H2097 [9FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2120 [10FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H949 [20JA]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H2677 [24MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H253 [8JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H2033 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Kay Hagan Tick Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4348), H2677 [24MR]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide for special enrollment period for individuals enrolled in COBRA continuation coverage (see H.R. 2744), H2677 [24MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rear Admiral Alene Duerk (U.S.S.): rename ship in honor (see H.R. 6198), H2097 [9FE]

Route 66 National Historic Trail: designate (see H.R. 5470), H2677 [24MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H135 [7JA]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

——— disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow investment credit for certain water reuse projects (see H.R. 2940), H135 [7JA]

——— establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2474 [5MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: continue to carry out Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program (see H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: continue to carry out Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program (H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (H.R. 8080), H2711 [25MR]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (H.R. 7396), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (H.R. 7093), H920 [15JA]

Remarks

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77• [27JA]

Votes: correction, E68• [22JA]

Youth Art Month: observance, E179• [3MR]

DAVIDSON, WARREN (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2221 [12FE]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Courts: require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2259 [23FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H2598 [18MR]

Law enforcement officers: limit application of State laws relative to law enforcement uniform requirements (see H.R. 5581), H2259 [23FE]

Motor vehicles: prevent covered vehicle manufacturers from accessing, selling, leasing, or otherwise sharing certain covered vehicle data (see H.R. 6734), H2297 [24FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H1923 [30JA]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2297 [24FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Credit: restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Credit: restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (H.R. 7866), H2476 [9MR]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (H.R. 7688), H2329 [25FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (H.R. 7901), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2403 [4MR]

DAVIS, ANDREW B.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

DAVIS, CA

Remarks in House

Pence Gallery: anniversary, E265 [25MR]

DAVIS, DANNY K. (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2623 [19MR]

Armed Forces: reduce qualifying time for spouse of active duty member to take leave (see H.R. 4351), H894 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1923 [30JA]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2333 [26FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restore access to curricula, books, and other learning materials at schools operated by Dept. of Defense Education Activity (see H.R. 5527), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2236 [20FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1949 [2FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H1352 [22JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H1949 [2FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H1912 [23JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2120 [10FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Homeless: prohibit criminalization of homelessness on Federal public lands (see H.R. 4182), H2229 [17FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H13 [6JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see H.R. 6685), H2370 [3MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— make employers of spouses of military personnel eligible for work opportunity credit (see H.R. 2033), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide rules for automatic contribution retirement plans and arrangements (see H.R. 6722), H253 [8JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

Lopez, Roberto C.: relief (see H.R. 7639), H2234 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (H.R. 7690), H2329 [25FE]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (H.R. 7689), H2329 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (H.R. 7529), H2220 [12FE]

Lopez, Roberto C.: relief (H.R. 7639), H2235 [20FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H222 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H222 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1141 [21JA]

Tributes

Pough, Essie, E68• [22JA]

Rose, Derrick M., H1176 [22JA]

Washington, Andrew, E17• [8JA]

DAVIS, DONALD G. (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model to improve access to specialty health services for certain beneficiaries (see H.R. 2533), H2097 [9FE]

Children and youth: prohibit certain social media platform ephemeral messaging features for minors and mandate provision of parental direct messaging controls (see H.R. 6257), H895 [14JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Crime: prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H719 [13JA]

Crowther, Welles R.: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5519), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow individuals with drug offenses to receive benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5223), H2370 [3MR]

——— amend Rural Innovation Stronger Economy Grant Program (see H.R. 291), H2333 [26FE]

——— assess cybersecurity threats to, and vulnerabilities in, agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector and provide recommendations to enhance their security and resilience (see H.R. 1604), H2333 [26FE]

——— authorize capacity building grants for community college agriculture and natural resources programs (see H.R. 5468), H2474 [5MR]

——— carry out initiative to develop, expand, and improve rural child care (see H.R. 5363), H2336 [2MR]

——— establish additional reporting requirements relative to foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land (see H.R. 4362), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish national biochar research network (see H.R. 4764), H2333 [26FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see H.R. 1538), H1173 [21JA]

——— extend and enhance Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program (see H.R. 4935), H2422 [4MR]

——— leverage incentives for adoption of costly precision agriculture technology (see H.R. 6143), H2334 [26FE]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— reauthorize Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program (see H.R. 290), H2333 [26FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

——— improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6400), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program to support schools of medicine and schools of osteopathic medicine in underserved areas (see H.R. 2106), H13 [6JA]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety telecommunicators (see H.R. 2937), H616 [9JA]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H719 [13JA]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2120 [10FE]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to encourage schools to conduct independent facility security risk assessments and make hard security improvements (see H.R. 6683), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (see H.R. 4642), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— provide for limitation on amount of entitlement to educational assistance payable for flight training under Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 5634), H719 [13JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

FCC: establish taskforce on unlawful robocalls (see H.R. 6152), H1977 [3FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2677 [24MR]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Fish and fishing: prohibit Federal funds from being made available to international financial institutions for financing foreign shrimp farms (see H.R. 2071), H2297 [24FE]

Foreign trade: restrict export of U.S. intellectual property and sensitive information relative to synthetic biology to foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 6624), H253 [8JA]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H13 [6JA]

Health: clarify that organ donation surgery qualifies as serious health condition under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 4582), H2229 [17FE]

——— prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see H.R. 4583), H2229 [17FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see H.R. 3497), H1173 [21JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H616 [9JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean Peninsula: review current restrictions on travel to North Korea and call for formal end to Korean War (see H.R. 1841), H2097 [9FE]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H2677 [24MR]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H719 [13JA]

——— improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see H.R. 6214), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide for rebate by manufacturers for selected drugs and biological products subject to maximum fair price negotiation (see H.R. 4299), H656 [12JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2474 [5MR]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to limit terms (see H.J. Res. 12), H895 [14JA]

National Biotechnology Initiative: authorize (see H.R. 2756), H2097 [9FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2221 [12FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2677 [24MR]

NIST: establish Biopharmaceutical Center of Excellence (see H.R. 6089), H136 [7JA]

NOAA: add economic cause as allowable cause to declare fishery resource disaster (see H.R. 6150), H2297 [24FE]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H1352 [22JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H1352 [22JA]

SBA: provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request equitable adjustment due to change in terms of Federal construction contract (see H.R. 4615), H13 [6JA]

Schools: reduce losses of life through better school safety standards and responses (see H.R. 6809), H2188 [11FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H135 [7JA]

——— establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2097 [9FE]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (H.R. 7530), H2220 [12FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2268 [24FE]

Remarks

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

Congress: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2706 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1935 [2FE]

East Carolina University: tribute to football team, H594 [9JA]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— national objectives priority assignments, H2085 [9FE]

Elizabeth City State University: anniversary, H2560 [18MR]

Goldsboro, NC: tribute to Goldsboro High School girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Kinston, NC: tribute to Kinston High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Mount Olive Pickle Company, Inc.: anniversary, H2107 [10FE]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, H1939 [2FE]

North Carolina: provide economic relief to farmers, H1131 [21JA]

——— public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

——— tribute to economic development in eastern region, H2346 [3MR], H2538 [17MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H149 [8JA], H929 [20JA]

Rocky Mount, NC: tribute to Northern Nash High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Scott, Frank: North Carolina Young Farmer of the Year award recipient, H2205 [12FE]

Wilson, NC: tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy football team, H908 [15JA]

——— tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Tributes

Davis, Justin, H2429 [5MR]

Fulghum, James R. (Rabbit), H2600 [19MR]

Hunt, James B., Jr., H146 [8JA], E25• [12JA]

Johnson, Aron, H2175 [11FE]

O’Neal, Rosie, H727 [14JA]

Price, Irvin J. (Buck), H1176 [22JA]

Scott, MacKenzie, H2560 [18MR]

Simmons, Nathanael, H2269 [24FE]

White, George H., H1993 [4FE]

Williams, Yarbrough, Jr., E137• [13FE]

DAVIS, ISAIAH

Remarks in House

Tribute, E62 [21JA]

DAVIS, JUSTIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2429 [5MR]

DAVIS, LAURA

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

DAVIS, LINDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2414 [4MR]

DAVIS, RANDALL E., SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

DAVIS, WAVERLY

Remarks in House

Washington: 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

DAVIUS, SORFFLY

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Sorffly Davius, H2666 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S910 [9MR]

DAWES, BRENDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H801 [14JA]

DAWSON, DAN

Remarks in House

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

DAWSON, JULIE

Remarks in House

Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce: Community Champion Award recipient, E183 [4MR]

DAY CARE see Children and Youth

DAY OF TEARS

Remarks in House

Observance: encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME see Time

DAY-SCANLON, KIMBERLY

Remarks in House

Okaloosa County, FL: Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

DAYTON MEAT PRODUCTS, INC.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S643 [24FE]

DE CASTRO, ALONZO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2178 [11FE]

DE JESUS ALEJANDRE, JULIET

Remarks in House

Tribute, H664 [13JA]

De La CRUZ, MONICA (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Construction industries: expand capacity of junior or community colleges and career and technical education schools to conduct training services, education, and outreach for careers in residential construction industry (see H.R. 1055), H2259 [23FE]

Corporate Transparency Act: repeal (see H.R. 425), H2676 [24MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H1352 [22JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2677 [24MR]

Immigration: create nonimmigrant H–2C work visa program (see H.R. 5494), H949 [20JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2072 [9FE]

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2078 [9FE]

Marin, Jhonier D.: Dept. of Defense Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley: tribute to football team, H722 [14JA]

Tributes

Rodriguez, Estela, H722 [14JA]

DEAF see Disabled

DEAN, MADELEINE (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see H.R. 3246), H2225 [13FE]

——— oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit captivity of mink (see H.R. 6513), H2225 [13FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2298 [24FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2120 [10FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H1352 [22JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H2032 [4FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: prohibit non-consensual disclosure of digitally altered intimate images (see H.R. 1941), H1916 [27JA]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish EMS Preparedness and Response Workforce Shortage Pilot Program and streamline process for veterans to become emergency medical services technicians and paramedics (see H.R. 2220), H2259 [23FE]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see H.R. 2004), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2330 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H135 [7JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: provide funds to certain science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) businesses to offer mid-career workers paid internships or other returnships that lead to positions above entry level (see H.R. 4452), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program (see H.R. 1892), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2188 [11FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H656 [12JA]

Immigration: exempt unaccompanied alien children from certain fees tied to humanitarian protection, cancel funding for body examinations of children in custody, and prohibit sharing of sponsor information (see H.R. 6389), H2236 [20FE]

——— limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1922 [30JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2371 [3MR]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2623 [19MR]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H253 [8JA]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1173 [21JA]

Office of National Drug Control Policy: establish new requirements for assessments and reports (see H.R. 2964), H2330 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H2120 [10FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H135 [7JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Terrorism: provide compensation for U.S. victims of Libyan state sponsored terrorism (see H.R. 6527), H2330 [25FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (H.R. 7491), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (H.R. 7209), H1351 [22JA]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (H.R. 7355), H2031 [4FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2599 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2452 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2452 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2599 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H203 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1190 [22JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H2205 [12FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1992 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H594 [9JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H727 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2300 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2452 [5MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2599 [19MR]

DEARING, K. TODD

Remarks in House

Tribute, E213 [12MR]

DEATH AND DYING

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

——— extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

——— increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

——— report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

——— standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (see H.R. 6943), H11 [6JA]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

Happy Land Social Club Fire Day of Remembrance: designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see S. 3897), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7718), H2328 [25FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

New York, NY: recognize victims of Happy Land Social Club fire in Bronx, NY, on March 25, 1990 (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1930–H1932 [2FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2016–H2021 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Dover AFB, DE: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S907 [9MR], S1083 [17MR]

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

Reports filed

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

S. Res. 630, honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families, S960 [10MR]

DEATH PENALTY see Capital Punishment

DEATH PENALTY FOR CHILD RAPISTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

DeBELLEVUE, CHARLES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H724 [14JA]

DECKARD, PHIL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

Cost Estimates

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Remarks in House

History: ribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Semiquincentennial anniversary, H713 [13JA], H721 [14JA], H2265 [24FE], E218 [16MR]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2048–H2050 [9FE]

——— mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Semiquincentennial anniversary, S36 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S507 [5FE], S714 [26FE], S1631 [25MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5616, $2.50 for America’s 250th Act, H2048 [9FE]

DECREASING RUSSIAN OIL PROFITS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

DEEFIELD BEACH, FL

Remarks in House

Black Heritage Banquet: tribute to honorees, E225 [17MR]

DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS AND PULMONARY EMBOLISM AWARENESS MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Goals and ideals: support (see H. Res. 1112), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S1561 [24MR]

DeFECIANI, ANTHONY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H725 [14JA]

DEFEND ELECTIONS FROM TRUMP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

DEFEND RURAL HEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

DEFENDING AMERICAN PROPERTY ABROAD ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 7084): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

Enact (H.R. 7084): consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7084): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, provisions, H2688 [25MR]

DEFENDING EDUCATION TRANSPARENCY AND ENDING ROGUE REGIMES ENGAGING IN NEFARIOUS TRANSACTIONS (DETERRENT) ACT

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

DEFENDING INTERNATIONAL SECURITY BY RESTRICTING UNACCEPTABLE PARTNERSHIPS AND TACTICS (DISRUPT) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

DEFENSE PRODUCTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Defense Production Act Committee: modify committee requirements and establish Subcommittee on Emerging Technology (see H.R. 8053), H2675 [24MR]

——— require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: amend to limit eligibility for assistance, increase monetary penalties, and establish fraud risk management processes (see H.R. 8030), H2627 [20MR]

——— require Defense Production Act Committee to conduct discussion-based simulations (see H.R. 8071), H2710 [25MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

National security: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY HUBS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

DEFICIT see Public Debt

DeGETTE, DIANA (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1923 [30JA]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— prohibit use of Armed Forces to enforce immigration laws (see H.R. 5604), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2485 [12MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit immigration officers or agents from wearing clothing or other items bearing word ‘‘police’’ (see H.R. 3828), H1949 [2FE]

——— prohibit officers engaged in civil immigration enforcement activities from wearing masks or facial coverings and require such officers to clearly identify themselves verbally and visibly (see H.R. 4843), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H1977 [3FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H2188 [11FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H2033 [4FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H136 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2297 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Colorado: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Colorado: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (H.R. 7425), H2096 [9FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (H.R. 7173), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H111 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2104 [10FE]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H111 [7JA]

Tributes

Black, Joseph R., E217• [16MR]

Walker, James (Dr. Daddio), E119• [9FE]

DeGOL ORGANIZATION

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H1984 [4FE]

DeGREVE, HALEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1128 [21JA]

DeGUNIA, DARROLD D.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E234 [18MR]

DeJOURNETT, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

DEL BUONO, BARRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H698 [13JA], E35 [13JA]

DeLAND, FL

Remarks in House

MBI Direct Mail + Digital (business): tribute, H2639 [24MR]

DeLAURO, ROSA L. (a Representative from Connecticut)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: prohibit slaughter of equines for human consumption (see H.R. 1661), H253 [8JA]

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2422 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2421 [4MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2236 [20FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see H.R. 1284), H1949 [2FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H719 [13JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H253 [8JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H719 [13JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H657 [12JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H2297 [24FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rodriguez, Cristina M.: tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

Taxation: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see H.R. 7960), H2598 [18MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2259 [23FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (H.R. 7822), H2472 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (H.R. 7531), H2220 [12FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (H.R. 7867), H2476 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (H.R. 7424), H2096 [9FE]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Remarks

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1965 [3FE]

——— making appropriations, H2384 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1312, H1316 [22JA], H2304 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2691, H2692 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2444, H2446, H2447 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2384 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2691, H2692 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1312, H1316 [22JA], H1965 [3FE], H2384 [4MR], H2444, H2446, H2447 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H199, H204 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1186, H1188, H1192, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1961, H1965 [3FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H735, H739, H798 [14JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2444, H2447 [5MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2304 [25FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H798 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1312, H1316 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2384 [4MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Votes: position on missed, H604• [9JA]

Tributes

Harris, William W., H229 [8JA], E14• [8JA]

Kinney, Ryann E., H2431 [5MR]

Simpson, Derek, E185• [4MR]

DELAWARE

Bills and resolutions

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Employment: tribute to paid family and medical leave program enactment, H104 [7JA]

Grassroots (business): tribute, H663 [13JA]

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dover AFB, DE: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S907 [9MR], S1083 [17MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (S. Res. 581), S473 [3FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 581, tribute to Matthew T. (Ty) Snook, S163 [13JA]

DelBENE, SUZAN K. (a Representative from Washington)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H2484 [12MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: improve dependent coverage under TRICARE Young Adult Program (see H.R. 4768), H2551 [17MR]

——— include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide grants to States to support efforts to increase teacher salaries (see H.R. 2021), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— authorize Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (see H.R. 4733), H2333 [26FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2120 [10FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2097 [9FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H1173 [21JA]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2119 [10FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1950 [2FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2551 [17MR]

——— prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2598 [18MR]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H1950 [2FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2677 [24MR]

——— increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2297 [24FE]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2097 [9FE]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2676 [24MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2042 [5FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H2677 [24MR]

Native Americans: provide for advancements in public safety services to Indian communities (see H.R. 4712), H2033 [4FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

NSF: award grants to institutions of higher education to research or develop makerspaces and prioritize community college, historically Black college and university, and minority-serving institution applicants (see H.R. 812), H2622 [19MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see H.R. 2103), H2677 [24MR]

——— modify role and duties of U.S. Postal Service police officers (see H.R. 2095), H2677 [24MR]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

——— establish neighborhood revitalization tax credit (see H.R. 2854), H2473 [5MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (H.R. 7868), H2476 [9MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H224 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2111 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2111 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H224 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1147• [21JA]

DeLEEUW, JOHN

Cloture motions

NTSB: nomination, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

NTSB: nomination, S623 [23FE], S657, S665 [25FE]

Reports filed

Nomination to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

DELGADO, JOHN

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54 [20JA]

DelGROSSO, PAULA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1984 [4FE]

DELIVERING FOR RURAL SENIORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

Bills and resolutions

Anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H697 [13JA]

Prince William County, VA: tribute to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56 [20JA]

DELUG, SAMUEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E25 [12JA]

DELUZIO, CHRISTOPHER R. (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Ali, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 485), H949 [20JA]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H2712 [25MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H1173 [21JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2623 [19MR]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Defense: include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (see H.R. 2840), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Labor: establish digital skills at work grant program (see H.R. 6416), H2033 [4FE]

——— promulgate regulation allowing administrators of certain pension plans to voluntarily transfer unclaimed retirement distributions to State unclaimed property programs (see H.R. 5325), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7662), H2485 [12MR]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H1173 [21JA]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H1950 [2FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2042 [5FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2032 [4FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

GAO: conduct study on menopause care furnished by Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 219), H2711 [25MR]

——— provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H2677 [24MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: limit transfer of defense articles and defense services (see H.R. 3565), H2477 [9MR]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H2236 [20FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: eliminate loopholes that allow billionaires to defer tax indefinitely through certain planning strategies and modify certain tax provisions so that billionaires are required to pay taxes annually (see H.R. 5427), H2259 [23FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.N.: restore funding for U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) (see H.R. 2411), H2551 [17MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

Federal Railroad Administration: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (H.R. 7174), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (H.R. 6960), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (H.R. 7249), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 7748), H2336 [2MR]

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (H.R. 8003), H2622 [19MR]

Federal Railroad Administration: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (H.R. 7011), H656 [12JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2409 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1320 [22JA]

Pennsylvania: tribute to 17th Congressional District Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League high school champions, H801 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2409 [4MR]

Tributes

Kinross, Daniel, H2012 [4FE]

DEMERS, JOHN

Appointments

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Reform Commission, S914 [9MR]

deMETROPOLIS, SEAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1988 [4FE]

DEMM, CHRISTOPHER M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2537 [17MR]

DEMOCRACY

Articles and editorials

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, E114 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate): establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of State: submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Elections: prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Hana Heidebrecht, S759 [3MR]

——— Sophie Hehir, S759 [3MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Bronx, NY: tribute to Co-op City (housing development) residents for serving on Bronx Community Board 10, H1982 [4FE]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Elections: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

Japan: elections, E114 [9FE]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, E117 [9FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739, H797, H798 [14JA]

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Scarsdale Forum Inc.: tribute, H1129 [21JA]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— impeachment, H2262 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Bahrain: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Elections: importance of participation, S452 [3FE]

Estonia: independence anniversary, S657 [25FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Kosovo: independence anniversary, S691 [26FE]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, S544 [10FE]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, S412 [30JA]

National objectives: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE], S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 639, establish annual Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate) academic civics competition for secondary school students, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 657, commend Tawian on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions, S1546 [23MR]

S. Res. 661, Greece independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

DEMOCRACY DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

DEMOCRACY IS STRENGTHENED BY CASTING LIGHT ON SPENDING IN ELECTIONS (DISCLOSE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

DEMOCRATIC PARTY

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

Remarks in House

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA], H2423 [5MR], H2615 [19MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114 [7JA]

——— national agenda, H1955 [3FE], H2538, H2542 [17MR]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H1127 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: legislative process, S560 [11FE]

Democracy: importance of participation in elections, S452 [3FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S67 [7JA]

——— national agenda, S228 [15JA], S541 [10FE], S770 [4MR], S1020 [12MR], S1573 [24MR]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S636 [24FE]

Senate: impact of partisanship, S186 [14JA]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1048, minority party appointments to Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2115 [10FE]

DEMONSTRATIONS see Public Demonstrations

DEMPSEY, EARNEST W., SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2587 [18MR]

DENISON, TERRI

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1335 [22JA]

DENMARK, KINGDOM OF

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA] (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

——— authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood of Greenland (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funding to facilitate invasion, annexation, purchase, or other form of acquisition of Greenland (see H.R. 7013), H655 [12JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Factsheets

Military Support by Denmark to U.S. Operations in Afghanistan, S73 [7JA]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 26, affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland, S261 [15JA]

DENTISTS see Health Care Professionals

DENVER, PA

Remarks in House

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

DENVER WATER CO.

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S239 [15JA]

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE related term(s) Agriculture; Forest Service

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers: reauthorize (see S. 4072), S1046 [12MR]

Agriculture: collaborate with various entities and establish grant program to support nurseries and seed orchards (see H.R. 7712), H2328 [25FE]

——— delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

——— prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide grants and direct or guaranteed loans to increase domestic fertilizer production for U.S. farmers (see S. 4148), S1367 [19MR]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

Armed Forces: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

Colleges and universities: reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

Colorado: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

Commodities: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

Community Facilities Direct Loan Program: make temporary zero-percent interest loans to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

Credit: support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

——— carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative: reestablish (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Economic Research Service: require to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

Experience Services Program: allow retirees to serve as mentors for conservation interns (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

Federal aid programs: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

——— improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

——— increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Financial institutions: establish expedited guaranteed lender pilot program (see H.R. 7475), H2118 [10FE]

Floods: provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

Food: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

Food industry: establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Foreign trade: establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (see H.R. 7762), H2368 [3MR]

——— reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

——— modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

——— require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Government regulations: establish online and delivery standards (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program: enhance and expand (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

Health: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

Hurricanes: use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Information technology: require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

Insects: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

Insurance: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

Lumber industry: provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National School Lunch Program: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

National security: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Native Americans: authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

Office of Small Farms: establish (see S. 3860), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Public lands: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

——— restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

Puerto Rico: transition to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Research: establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program: continue to carry out (see H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

Rural areas: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program: expand and strengthen (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program: reauthorize and expand (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

Safety: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA] (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

Schools: provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Senior citizens: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): extend eligibility of new moms (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: authorize use of benefits for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Telecommunications: reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund: modify (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

Water: expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Wildlife: improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see S. 4091), S1047 [12MR]

Women: expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2353 [3MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2511 [16MR]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Cemeteries and funerals: authorize to convey, without consideration, certain cemeteries (H.R. 4284), H2510, H2511 [16MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2352, H2353 [3MR]

——— ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

——— issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program: permit assumption of loans (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

Federal aid programs: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Hemp: modify definition, H697 [13JA]

Household Food Security reports: decision to terminate, H112 [7JA]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, H2073 [9FE]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269 [25MR]

National School Lunch Program: allow schools that participate to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

Safety: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Disasters: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Food: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Food industry: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, S1021 [12MR]

Insects: strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

Reports filed

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 4284, Small Cemetery Conveyance Act, H2510 [16MR]

H.R. 5419, Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act, H2352 [3MR]

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. 4152, Fertilizer Transparency Act, S1369 [19MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE REORGANIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (see S. 3860), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE related term(s) National Institute of Standards and Technology

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Foreign investments: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Artificial intelligence (AI): develop training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Bureau of Industry and Security: authorize to appoint certain personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Business and industry: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Consumers: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (see H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Electric power: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Export Administration Review Board: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Federal aid programs: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

First Responder Network Authority: reauthorize (H.R. 3366) (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

International Trade Administration: establish task force to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

National security: promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

——— further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

——— publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

NIST: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Small business: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

Strategic materials: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Technology: conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

——— establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Business and industry: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Foreign investments: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

——— extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Nomination of Arvind Raman To Be Under Sec. of Commerce for Standards and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Steven Haines To Be Assistant Sec. of Commerce for Industry and Analysis: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3965, EDA Short Form Application Act, S764 [3MR]

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE related term(s) Corps of Engineers; National Guard; National Security

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

Appropriations: making (H.R. 4016), S17 [5JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Aviation: recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S261, S263 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Noah L. Tietjens, S775 [4MR]

Appointments

Commission on the National Defense Strategy for the U.S., S1146 [17MR]

U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, S1016 [11MR]

U.S. Military Academy Board of Visitors, S654 [24FE]

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Appropriations: provide for auditable financial statements (see S. 3902), S650 [24FE]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

——— establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

——— expand authority to provide wigs and treat traction alopecia under TRICARE program (see H.R. 7933), H2483 [12MR]

——— expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

——— expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

——— improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (see H.R. 7667), H2296 [24FE]

——— increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

——— prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

——— prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

——— review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (see S. 4138), S1205 [18MR]

Aviation: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA] (see H. Res. 983), H252 [8JA]

——— authorize transfer of certain F–14 Tomcat aircraft to U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission (see S. 3899), S650 [24FE] (see S. 4161), S1544 [23MR]

——— test and certify each automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) out transponder system on Dept. of Defense aircraft operated in U.S. airspace (see H.R. 8072), H2710 [25MR]

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (see S. 4126), S1090 [17MR]

Budget: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

——— require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents’’ (see S.J. Res. 132), S1205 [18MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Crime: prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Defense Production Act: amend to limit eligibility for assistance, increase monetary penalties, and establish fraud risk management processes (see H.R. 8030), H2627 [20MR]

——— modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Defense Production Act Committee: modify committee requirements and establish Subcommittee on Emerging Technology (see H.R. 8053), H2675 [24MR]

——— require to conduct discussion-based simulations (see H.R. 8071), H2710 [25MR]

——— require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

——— verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

——— jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Elections: prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Families and domestic relations: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Foreign policy: limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: enhance bilateral defense cooperation (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Law enforcement: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Massachusetts (U.S.S.): commissioning (see S. Res. 651), S1367 [19MR]

Native Americans: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (see H.R. 7710), H2328 [25FE]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (see H.R. 7317), H1948 [2FE]

——— provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

Pharmaceuticals: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Small business: report on certain contracts and awards to small business concerns (see H.R. 7076), H893 [14JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

Space Force: submit feasibility report on expanding Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender (see S. 4201), S1614 [25MR]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

——— exclude from gross income earnings from certain overseas deployments of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6970), H134 [7JA]

Technology: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

——— establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

——— provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

Trucking industry: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE] (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Weapons: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Jumana Nsour, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Revolution Wind project impact assessment: Steven J. Sample, Dept. of Defense, H2489 [16MR]

Lists

Nominations placed on the Secretary’s desk, S472 [3FE]

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Senator Wyden, S688 [25FE]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas M. Siverts to be Marine Corps Brigadier General: Senator Wyden, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy Commander: Senator Wyden, S1578 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy commander: Senator Wyden, S1584 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Vincent J. Noble to be Marine Corps Colonel: Senator Wyden, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Aremd Forces: tribute to military recruiters, H2267 [24FE]

Arkansas: tribute to 2d Congressional District National Guard recruitment figures, H2045 [9FE]

Armed Forces: establish leave policies for members to seek abortions (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

——— tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Army: tribute, H648 [12JA]

——— waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (S. 4138), H2606 [19MR]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Diseases and disorders: conduct cost and feasibility study evaluating H. pylori screening for Armed Forces members and veterans, E210 [12MR]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

Hiatt, Steve: Hill AFB, UT, Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Sorffly Davius, H2666 [24MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Krystofer Lopez, H2585 [18MR]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

Marin, Jhonier D.: Dept. of Defense Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

Medicaid: establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, H2708 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Navy: authorize to enter into contract for construction of submarine cable laying and repair ships (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), E88 [2FE]

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

Ollis, Michael: Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Round Rock, TX: tribute to Round Rock High School Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49 [16JA]

Thacker, Brian M.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA], H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, E258 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H2087, H2089 [9FE]

Valdez, Jose: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

——— U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Wahlen, George E.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (S. 4138), S1202 [18MR]

Aviation: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (S. Res. 591), S355 [28JA]

——— recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S263 [15JA]

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (S. 4126), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Bass, Keith: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Health Affairs, S17 [5JA]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Committee on Armed Services (Senate): nomination lists, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

——— extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Dover AFB, DE: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S907 [9MR], S1083 [17MR]

Funding, S410 [30JA]

Hegseth, Sec. of Defense: assessment of tenure, S976 [11MR]

Iowa: anniversary of Iowa National Guard partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Library of Congress: tribute to Veterans History Project participants, S1311 [19MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Presidential appointments: nominations considered and confirmed en bloc, S52 [6JA], S424 [30JA], S796 [4MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S675 [25FE], S877 [5MR]

Sergeant Stubby: anniversary of death, S1443 [20MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S720–S728 [2MR], S748 [3MR], S1356 [19MR]

United Kingdom: proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

Reports filed

Air Force Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Army Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Drone Espionage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

Marine Corps Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Navy Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Nomination of Brian Birdwell To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Sustainment: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Committee on Intelligence (Senate, Select), S552 [10FE]

Nomination of Mark Ditlevson To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas Security Affairs: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 3377, award Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., H1967 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7194, award Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery, H1968 [3FE]

H.R. 7211, award Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley, H1967 [3FE]

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. 4138, waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork, S1202 [18MR], H2607 [19MR]

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. Con. Res. 27, U.S. Army Nurse Corps anniversary, S614 [12FE]

S. Res. 519, recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense, S263 [15JA]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 591, anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO, S348 [28JA]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 648, tribute to Nicole M. Amor, S1095 [17MR], S1610 [25MR]

S. Res. 651, U.S.S. Massachusetts commissioning, S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Arts and humanities: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

Children and youth: expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Colleges and universities: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

——— establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— establish rules regarding eligibility of student athletes for intercollegiate athletics (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (see H.R. 7660), H2296 [24FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

——— prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Disabled: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

Disasters: make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Drugs: establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

Education: amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

Employment: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

Federal aid programs: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

Federal Clearinghouse on Grant Opportunities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities: establish (see S. 4167), S1580 [24MR]

Federal Direct Loan Program: eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Fire prevention: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Health: promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

Information technology: establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

Literacy: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

Mental health: require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

Native Americans: eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Rural areas: carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

Schools: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritizen funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

Teachers: provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Upward Bound: increase maximum stipend amounts (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Lists

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158 [24FE]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Agriculture: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

Colleges and universities: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (H.R. 6973), H606 [9JA]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2424 [5MR]

——— provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

——— restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Disabled: prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Employment: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

Federal aid programs: require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Federal TRIO programs: release grant applications, H2636 [24MR]

Federal-State relations: disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Schools: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

——— reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Sports: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Schools: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Sports: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

College Financial Aid Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 6392, Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act, H2364 [3MR]

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Government regulations: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Housing: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Mining and mineral resources: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Disasters: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

Electric power: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program: reauthorize (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

FERC: issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Geothermal energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

Government regulations: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Housing: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Hydroelectric power: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

Information technology: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Mining and mineral resources: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Natural gas: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

New York: reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Nuclear energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

Pipelines: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Public utilities: establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

——— establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

Renewable energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

Research: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program: reauthorize (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Technology: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Transmission Facilitation Program: reauthorize (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

Weatherization Assistance Program: expand for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Government regulations: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Mining and mineral resources: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Government regulations: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Housing: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H594, H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Mining and mineral resources: include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2353–H2356 [3MR]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

Petroleum: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Power resources: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Artificial intelligence (AI): impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Nomination of Kyle Haustveit To Be Under Sec. of Energy for Fossil Energy: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 755, Critical Mineral Consistency Act, H2353 [3MR]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H127 [7JA]

H.R. 4626, Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY ORGANIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES related term(s) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Artificial intelligence (AI): study strategies to apply AI technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

——— establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Childern and youth: update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

Children and youth: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see S. 3802), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (see H.R. 7236), H1912 [23JA]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

——— strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

Courts: require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

Crime: combat fraud in federally funded child care programs (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

——— enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Diseases and disorders: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Drugs: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FDA: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

Federal aid programs: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Gambling: establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Head Start Program: expand and improve (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Health: allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

——— study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2233 [20FE]

Health care professionals: establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

——— strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Health; establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Healthy Start Initiative: reauthorize (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: establish grant program under Community Development Block Grant program to incentivize State laws that enable residents to purchase manufactured housing communities (see H.R. 8047), H2675 [24MR]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

Insurance: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program: reauthorize and improve (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— publish information on expenditures under program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

Mental health: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H11 [6JA]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Nonprofit organizations: establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Pharmaceuticals: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

Poverty: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

Quality Improvement Organizations: provide funding to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

Rural areas: establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

Schools: provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

State Offices of Rural Health grant program: reauthorize (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Surgery: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

Taxation: establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

Vaccines: establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

Women: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Children and youth: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

——— provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

——— publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Health: make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Medicaid: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: tribute to employees, H2014 [4FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Public safety officers: improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

White House Great American Recovery Initiative: launch, H1984 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Administration for Children and Families: refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

——— tribute to Home for Every Child initiative, S1525 [23MR]

Children and youth: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Drugs: issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (S. 921), S459 [3FE], S1559, S1560 [23MR]

Families and domestic relations: establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

——— improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention (S. 162), S1525 [23MR]

Federal aid programs: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

Food: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Government regulations: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Health: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

Health care professionals: revise and extend certain health workforce programs (S. 4110), S1093 [17MR]

Hospital at Home Program: funding, S440 [2FE]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: assessment of nutrition recommendations, S9540 [10MR]

Medicare: implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS Guidance on Whether Hospital Emergency Departments Should Implement Fentanyl Testing as Routine Procedure for Patients Experiencing Overdose: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 921), S343 [28JA]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 921, issue Dept. of HHS guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose, S1559 [23MR]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 3707, Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, S292 [27JA]

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY related term(s) Coast Guard; Secret Service

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Appropriations: making (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Support (H. Res. 1128): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Articles and editorials

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Advertising: prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

Afghanistan: verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Animals: support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Appropriations: making (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

Aviation: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

Blue Campaign Certification Program: establish to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

China: prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see S. 3857), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7780), H2369 [3MR]

Civil rights: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

Colleges and universities: require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

Contracts: limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office: extend authorization (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and HUD: nullify memorandum of understanding relative to housing projects (see H.R. 7374), H2030 [4FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Disasters: prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

Drugs: require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

Employment: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H615 [9JA]

Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach Office: provide for reorganization and realignment (see H.R. 7574), H2224 [13FE]

Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program: establish (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

FAA: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

——— limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

Federal aid programs: establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Federal employees: improve hiring and training processes at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3996), S802 [4MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— provide premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during shutdown (see S. 4174), S1580 [24MR]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

——— make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Foreign countries: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

——— modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

——— provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

Government regulations: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Immigration: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

——— base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

——— condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— direct U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to conduct review of certain approved immigration benefit requests (see H.R. 6978), H251 [8JA]

——— eliminate H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

——— require enforcement reforms (see H.R. 7870), H2476 [9MR]

——— require Office of Detention Oversight to conduct audits of detention facilities and restrict detention of aliens at such facilities until after any deficiencies have been properly remediated (see S. 3932), S706 [26FE]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (see H.R. 7708), H2328 [25FE]

——— revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE] (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds: establish (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

Law enforcement: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

Law enforcement officers: require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

Money: include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

Motor vehicles: authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (see H.R. 7285), H1921 [30JA]

National Domestic Preparedness Consortium: reauthorize (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

National security: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

National Terrorism Advisory System: develop strategy to modernize (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program: transfer to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Office of Intelligence and Analysis: implement standardized training program for employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for decentralization of operation (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— realign mission (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Optional Practical Training Program: codify (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Secret Service: establish reserve fund (see H.R. 8058), H2675 [24MR]

States: establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

Support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

Support (H. Res. 1128): consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Trusted Traveler Programs: provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: authorize deployment and assistance relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— establish pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

——— require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: abolish (see H.R. 7123), H920 [15JA]

——— impose hiring freeze (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve accountability and training (see H.R. 7785), H2419 [4MR]

——— limit Federal funding used by agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

——— reform operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— remove funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require strategy for expanded use of Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

Urban areas: expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Visas: improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

Cloture motions

Appropriations: making (H.R. 7147): motion to proceed, S871 [5MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Appropriations: making (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Sean Plankey to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director: Senator Wyden, S443 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: making, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Aviation: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Immigration: condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2190, H2206 [12FE]

——— disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

——— limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

——— treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA], H1990 [4FE]

Law enforcement: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

Marin, Jhonier D.: Dept. of Defense Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, H1939 [2FE]

——— impeachment, H666 [13JA], H1940 [2FE], H1970 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE], H2214 [12FE]

Nonprofit Security Grant Program: funding, H2488 [16MR]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

Support (H. Res. 1128): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H594 [9JA], H729 [14JA], H2455–H2459 [5MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H649 [12JA], H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183, H1337, H1338, H1346 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: abolish, H1336 [22JA], H1953 [3FE], H2017–H2021 [4FE]

——— attempt by elected officials to access facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— condemn operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

——— deployment of agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— funding, H942 [20JA], H1191, H1312–H1317, H1338 [22JA], H1938, H1940 [2FE], H1953–H1958, H1962–H1966, H1968, H1969 [3FE], H1990, H2017, H2019, H2020 [4FE], H2104 [10FE], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2381–H2388 [4MR], H2444–H2448, H2453 [5MR], H2691, H2692 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— impact of immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

——— oppose plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

——— require to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: making, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making continuing, S416 [30JA], S594–S596 [12FE]

——— making (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1461 [21MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147): motion to proceed, S1570 [24MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S859, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Crime: increase criminal penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding officer or employee of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (S. 2269), S403 [30JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE], S1573 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

FEMA: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S636 [24FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161, S1180 [18MR]

Immigration: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children, S977–S979 [11MR]

——— authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

——— clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

Law enforcement: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (S. 3179), S104 [8JA]

Law enforcement officers: require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1163 [18MR], S1331, S1332 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1505 [22MR], S1525–S1527, S1529–S1531, S1541 [23MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Plankey, Sean: nomination to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director, S438 [2FE]

Refugees: review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S189, S198 [14JA], S304–S306, S315–S334 [28JA], S449, S453–S455 [3FE], S498–S500 [5FE], S1533 [23MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: funding, S908 [9MR], S980–S992 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1029, S1031–S1033 [12MR]

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: deployment of agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— funding, S281 [27JA], S302–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S358–S361, S365, S369, S373 [29JA], S401, S402, S411 [30JA], S432–S434 [2FE], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S519–S521, S523, S529 [9FE], S539–S542, S546 [10FE], S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S597, S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S721 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S908 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S971, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1025–S1033, S1036 [12MR], S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1179, S1181 [18MR], S1318, S1319, S1323, S1326–S1329 [19MR], S1422–S1427, S1430 [20MR], S1472–S1474, S1482–S1484 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590–S1594, S1606 [25MR]

——— rescind certain funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

Nomination of Markwayne Mullin To Be Sec. of Homeland Security: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H. Res. 1128, support Dept. of Homeland Security, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Housing: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

Community development: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

Credit: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and HUD: nullify memorandum of understanding relative to housing projects (see H.R. 7374), H2030 [4FE]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Discrimination: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Federal aid programs: permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2030 [4FE]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program: expand eligibility of properties for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

Government regulations: require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

Health care facilities: provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

HOME Investment Partnerships Program: expand (see S. 3901), S650 [24FE]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

——— allow public housing projects under rental demonstration program to retain prior approval of housing plans (see H.R. 7869), H2476 [9MR]

——— conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

——— establish first-time home buyers savings match program (see H.R. 7244), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

——— repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure first-time homebuyers have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 7753), H2368 [3MR]

New York, NY: require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Housing: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Kai Pincus, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Housing: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Government regulations: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

Housing: establish competitive grant program supporting affordable housing planning and implementation activities (H.R. 6768), H147 [8JA], H2175 [11FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

——— update definition of manufactured home, H2073 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Community development: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Government regulations: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Housing: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates (S. 2441), S153–S155 [13JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

——— update definition of manufactured home, S720 [2MR]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

Land use: publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

Public welfare programs: increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

S. 3768, Advancing Better Options for Dwellings Everywhere (ABODE) Act, S472 [3FE]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE related term(s) Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Appointments

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions

Animals: establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

Appropriations: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

——— regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

——— submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Copyrights: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

Correctional institutions: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Crime: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (see H.R. 7719), H2328 [25FE]

——— enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

——— establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

——— establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

——— establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

——— provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (see H.R. 8064), H2675 [24MR]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

DEA: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Disabled: provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program: provide that grants may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

Federal aid programs: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Firearms: prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

Foreign Claims Settlement Commission: authorize to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Gambling: provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Housing: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

Immigration: authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

Information technology: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

Languages: remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Law enforcement officers: establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7310), H1948 [2FE]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

Native Americans: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Political ethics: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (see H.R. 7072), H893 [14JA]

——— recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

——— restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Radiation Exposure Compensation Program: include Guam (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program: establish (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Safety: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

St. Paul, MN: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

Technology: establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Cloture motions

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Crime: submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

Crime Victims Fund: temporarily provide additional deposits (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

FRS: investigation of Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Mental health: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

——— evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Bureau of Prisons: require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, S1351 [19MR]

——— require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, unanimous-consent request, S1351, S1352 [19MR]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S506 [5FE], S542 [10FE]

Crime: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

Crime Victims Fund: funding, S719 [2MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

——— operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

FRS: investigation of Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Immigration: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1526 [23MR], S1565–S1567 [24MR]

Office for Victims of Crime: direct to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405–S407, S409 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190–S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Nomination of Andrew Benson To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Brian Barber To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Brian D. Miller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Colin McDonald To Be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Daniel E. Burrows To Be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Daniel Satterlee To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Darin Smith To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David St. Pierre To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Gregory Gilmore To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S705 [26FE]

Nomination of James Bishop To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Kevin Holmes To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Melissa Holyoak To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Phillip Williams, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Priscilla Lopez To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1367 [19MR]

Nomination of Richard Price To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Robert Rotter To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Ryan Raybould To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of Steven Lewis To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Thomas Govan, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of William Boyle To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Zachary Keller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR related term(s) Bureau of Labor Statistics

Amendments

Business and industry: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Government regulations: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Construction industries: expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Disabled: establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Drugs: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Education: permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

Employment: address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

——— allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

——— require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Family and Medical Leave Act: establish that leave can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government regulations: clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

——— clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Health care professionals: establish protections for health care providers who raise concerns about quality of health care services (see S. 4086), S1047 [12MR]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

Income: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Senior citizens: establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

Taxation: simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Technology: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

Unemployment: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Veterans: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Business and industry: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Business and industry: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H677–H681 [13JA]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

——— prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Government regulations: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Human rights: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Balance the Scales Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H677 [13JA]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H685 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

DEPARTMENT OF STATE related term(s) Diplomats; Foreign Service

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abu Akleh, Shireen: require report on investigation into death (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Baltic States: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy: consolidate reports required to be submitted (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Cameroon: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention: establish (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

China: evaluate military-civil fusion strategy (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Congress: submit notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases (see H.R. 7028), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Disasters: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

Equatorial Guinea: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Foreign aid: ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

——— prohibit provision of U.S. financial assistance to any entity that is controlled by agent of covered foreign principal (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

Foreign countries: eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

——— require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Foreign policy: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

——— increase collaboration between Office of Opinion Research of Bureau of Intelligence and Research and Bureau of Global Public Affairs (see H.R. 7036), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

——— revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Freedom of religion: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Ghana: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

Guatemala: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

Honduras: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening: establish (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Kosovo: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

Middle East: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Mining and mineral resources: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center: establish (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

Nigeria: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit from charging fee for issuance or reissuance of passport card (see H.R. 7782), H2419 [4MR]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Public buildings: require notification to Congress of certain construction projects using nonstandard designs (see H.R. 7054), H892 [14JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Sports: require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

Taiwan: include among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

——— permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

Technology: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

Uzbekistan: submit to Congress information on human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

——— submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Abu Akleh, Shireen: require report on investigation into death (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Giannini, Kate: Dept. of State Fulbright Specialist Award recipient, H618 [12JA]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

Iran: require report on Internet freedom (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Korean Americans: establish national registry of divided families (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

Neville, David: Dept. of State Citizen Diplomat Award recipient, E123 [10FE]

Nuclear weapons: reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Carl, Jeremy: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of State for International Organizations, S523 [9FE], S971 [11MR]

Middle East: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA], S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Nomination of Asel Roberts To Be Ambassador to Slovenia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Eric Meyer To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Frank Garcia To Be Assistant Sec. of State for African Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of Frank Weiland To Be Assistant Sec. of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Gregory LoGerfo To Be Dept. of State Coordinator for Counterterrorism: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara To Be Ambassador to Vietnam: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Lee Lipton To Be Ambassador to Philippines: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Troy Edgar To Be Ambassador to El Salvador: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Wesley Brooks To Be Assistant Sec. of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of William Long To Be Ambassador to Ireland: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR related term(s) Bureau of Indian Affairs; Bureau of Land Management; Bureau of Reclamation; U.S. Geological Survey

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

America’s Living Library Project: establish (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Animals: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail: study feasibility of designating (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Carlsbad, NM: provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals (see H.R. 7882), H2476 [9MR]

Coal: provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Colorado: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

Delaware River Basin: reauthorize conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

——— carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Endangered Species Act: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

Federal aid programs: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

Federal employees: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Glen Canyon Dam: carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

Government regulations: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

Hydroelectric power: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Monuments and memorials: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

National Law Enforcement Museum: provide funding for community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

National Park Service: establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

——— upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see S. 3769), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7269), H1915 [27JA]

——— convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

——— take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (see S. 4053), S1009 [11MR]

Philadelphia, PA: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Public lands: restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

Recycling: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

Water: extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Water Project Navigators Program: establish (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

Western Dakota Regional Water System: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2362 [3MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2353 [3MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2352, H2353 [3MR]

——— ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

——— issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Disasters: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Motor vehicles: clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

National Park Service: enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Native Americans: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348, H2349 [3MR]

——— authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2357, H2358 [3MR]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Science: provide for scientific and technical cooperation in mapping of critical minerals and rare earth elements (H.R. 2969), H2265 [24FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Virginia: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Lilly, Kevin: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of the Interior for Fish, Wildlife and Parks, S616 [12FE]

Native Americans: take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (S. 4053), S1011 [11MR]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Water: reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land Held in Trust for Federally Recognized Indian Tribes: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5910) (H. Rept. 119–453), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah): Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

H.R. 528, Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2524 [16MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 681, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

H.R. 4386, America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act, H2362 [3MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 5254, Gateway Partnership Act, H2519 [16MR]

H.R. 5419, Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act, H2352 [3MR]

H.R. 5910, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes, H2348 [3MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Africa: report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

China: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Community Development Financial Institutions Fund: require Director to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Congress: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal employees: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Financial institutions: direct FDIC and National Credit Union Administration to establish emergency transaction account guarantee programs (see H.R. 8075), H2710 [25MR]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Financial Stability Oversight Council: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Government regulations: disapprove rule relative to modifications to enhanced supplementary leverage ratio standards for global systemically important bank holding companies (see S.J. Res. 110), S802 [4MR]

Human rights: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Immigration: require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

Insurance: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

——— temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Law enforcement: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

Tariff: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Taxation: exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

Terrorism Risk Insurance Program: extend (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Cost Estimates

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Motions

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

Remarks in House

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign investments: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

Human rights: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

Investments: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

IRS: funding, H736 [14JA], H2043 [9FE]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2048–H2050 [9FE]

——— mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Crime: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Tariff: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Reports filed

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Enhancing Bank Resolution Participation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6555) (H. Rept. 119–534), H2326 [25FE]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

H.R. 5616, $2.50 for America’s 250th Act, H2048 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 269, Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, H634 [12JA]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION related term(s) Maritime Administration; Surface Transportation Board

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Aviation: modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

——— restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Bridges: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish competitive grant program to provide capital assistance for maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation needs of commuter rail bridges (see S. 3701), S290 [27JA]

Corridor Identification and Development Program: remove requirement to consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes (see S. 3728), S377 [29JA]

Crime: combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Ecology and environment: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

FAA: issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Federal aid programs: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Federal Lands Access Program: reauthorize (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

——— study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

Federal-State relations: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

Foreign countries: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Government regulations: establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (see H.R. 7797), H2419 [4MR]

——— revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (see H.R. 7772), H2369 [3MR]

Highway Trust Fund: limit spending (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

Immigration: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Motor vehicles: ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features (see H.R. 7372), H2030 [4FE]

——— inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

——— require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

——— require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

——— require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

——— require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Omaha, NE: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Pipelines: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Public transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Railroads: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

Roads and highways: increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

Safety: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

San Mateo, CA: convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (see H.R. 7440), H2095 [9FE]

Ships and vessels: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

States: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

Technology: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

Transit Workforce Center: establish to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

Transportation: issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

Trucking industry: regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Aviation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

Government regulations: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

Railroads: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Trump, President: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Immigration: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE], S691, S701 [26FE]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Nomination of Daniel J. Edwards To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Aviation and International Affairs: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Ryan McCormack To Be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Seval Oz To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Research and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 5663, ACPAC Modernization Act, H2657 [24MR]

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

H.R. 6460, Recreational Drone Empowerment Act, H2659 [24MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS related term(s) Veterans

Amendments

Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access: establish (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

Arts and humanities: establish procurement program to facilitate ability of medical centers to make direct procurements of original artwork from veterans who are patients (see H.R. 7838), H2470 [5MR]

Assistant Sec. for Management: clarify and expand authority (see H.R. 7683), H2327 [25FE]

Benefits: repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

Cemeteries and funerals: increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

——— standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (see H.R. 6943), H11 [6JA]

Community Care Program: modify rate of pay for care or services provided based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

Contracts: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

Correctional institutions: improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR] (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

Cota, Fernando V.: disinter remains from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

Death and dying: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

——— jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

Disabled: establish program to address bowel and bladder care needs for veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (see S. 3647), S256 [15JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

Education: eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

Employment: improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

Families and domestic relations: deem certain individuals as parents of employees for purposes of determining entitlement to certain family and medical leave (see H.R. 7948), H2530 [16MR]

Federal employees: establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

——— recoup amounts of awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees under certain conditions (see H.R. 7319), H1948 [2FE]

Food: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

Georgetown, TX: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic as major medical facility project (see H.R. 7489), H2185 [11FE]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Hawaii: establish new national cemetery (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

Hazardous substances: include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Health: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

Health care facilities: designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see S. 4031), S915 [9MR]

Health care professionals: codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Homeless: eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H947 [20JA]

——— expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

——— identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

——— make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

Housing: expand eligibility for housing loans to members of Reserve components and National Guard who perform certain duties (see H.R. 7009), H655 [12JA]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

——— report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit downgrading of law enforcement positions (see H.R. 8010), H2621 [19MR]

Medical Care Collections Fund: improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

Medical devices: carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Mental health: carry out pilot program to provide grants to outpatient mental health facilities for provision of culturally competent, evidence-based mental health care for veterans (see S. 4137), S1205 [18MR]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Motor vehicles: make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (see H.R. 7083), H918 [15JA]

National cemeteries: report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs: establish (see H.R. 7950), H2530 [16MR]

Parks and recreation areas: establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

Pharmaceuticals: make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program: provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

Privacy: prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Technology: provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

——— require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

Veterans: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

——— extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S377 [29JA]

Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access: establish (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Veterans Community Care Program: carry out pilot program to provide market-based rate adjustments to certain providers for qualifying specialized surgical services to veterans (see S. 4131), S1205 [18MR]

Veterans service organizations: authorize representatives to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

Women: ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

Women-Owned Small Business program: recognize in procurement hierarchy of small business preferences (see S. 3896), S650 [24FE]

Cloture motions

Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access: establish (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access: establish (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Benefits: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

Board of Veterans’ Appeals: direct director to give priority to individuals with certain professional experience in recommending such individuals to serve as members of Board (H.R. 659), H936, H937 [20JA]

Colleges and universities: make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: conduct cost and feasibility study evaluating H. pylori screening for Armed Forces members and veterans, E210 [12MR]

Disabled: provide for outreach requirements for training and rehabilitation programs for veterans with service-connected disabilities (H.R. 1793), H1930 [2FE]

Education: modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1933–H1935 [2FE]

Government regulations: interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

Health: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

Health care professionals: proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

Lawyers and attorneys: reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

Marana, AZ: anniversary of Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, E209 [12MR]

Veterans: make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1930–H1932 [2FE]

——— prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access: establish (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer: establish (H.R. 1663), H937–H939 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Cota, Fernando V.: disinter remains from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744–S747 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access: establish (S. 1383), S1189, S1195–S1202 [18MR]

——— establish (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Reports filed

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H.R. 658, establish Veterans Health Administration qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, H1932 [2FE]

H.R. 659, Veterans Law Judge Experience Act, H936 [20JA]

H.R. 980, Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act, H1929 [2FE]

H.R. 1458, Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, H1933 [2FE]

H.R. 1663, Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act, H937 [20JA]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS THERAPEUTIC MEDICAL PHYSICIST PAY CAP RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

DEPLOYING INFRASTRUCTURE WITH GREATER INTERNET TRANSACTIONS AND LEGACY (DIGITAL) APPLICATIONS ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1665, provisions, H2511 [16MR]

DEPORTATION ACCELERATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

DEPORTING FRAUDSTERS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 1958): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, H2572 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 1958): consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1958), H2568–H2576 [18MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 1958, provisions, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 1958, provisions, H2568 [18MR]

DEPPISCH, BREANNE

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

DERKATSCH, HANS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E268 [25MR]

DES MOINES, IA

Bills and resolutions

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

DeSAULNIER, MARK (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: provide liability protections for good faith donations of pet food and supplies (see H.R. 3732), H2188 [11FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2371 [3MR]

California: provide for conservation on Federal lands in Southern California (see H.R. 6783), H136 [7JA]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H2221 [12FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H949 [20JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2235 [20FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (see H.R. 2333), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1173 [21JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2677 [24MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2098 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H2297 [24FE]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2598 [18MR]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2676 [24MR]

——— provide abortion care, counseling, and related services and medication to certain individuals who receive health care through Dept. (see H.R. 4876), H2229 [17FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— expand access to benefits and ensure fair treatment for part-time workers (see H.R. 6818), H1173 [21JA]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2236 [20FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H2623 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2229 [17FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H2097 [9FE]

FTC: establish protections for individual rights relative to computational algorithms (see H.R. 6356), H2370 [3MR]

——— prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (see H.R. 846), H2484 [12MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2677 [24MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see H.R. 5940), H2422 [4MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2235 [20FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2229 [17FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide collegiate housing and infrastructure grants (see H.R. 2355), H1922 [30JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: provide assistance to individuals affected by exposure to Agent Orange (see H.R. 3051), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide benefits for children of male Vietnam veterans who are affected by certain birth defects from exposure to Agent Orange (see H.R. 3052), H2330 [25FE]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2330 [25FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (H.R. 8073), H2711 [25MR]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H6 [6JA]

House of Representatives: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1990 [4FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H902 [15JA]

Staff: tribute, H1990 [4FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1164 [21JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H698 [13JA]

Votes: position on missed, H1960 [3FE]

Tributes

Roberti, Steven, H2380 [4MR]

DesJARLAIS, SCOTT (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2421 [4MR]

Bureau of Prisons: develop and implement strategy to interdict fentanyl and other synthetic drugs in mail at Federal correctional facilities (see H.R. 1046), H2229 [17FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

——— include additional items within definition of ‘‘restricted personal information’’ relative to protecting identity of police officers and their family members against cyberbullying attacks (see H.R. 4828), H2097 [9FE]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

——— make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

——— modify provisions of law relative to kidnapping, sexual abuse, and illicit sexual conduct relative to minors (see H.R. 2735), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Defense: prohibit enforcement of Executive orders that limit sale, donation, and transfer of excess property to local law enforcement (see H.R. 2654), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize grant programs to combat fentanyl poisonings (see H.R. 5573), H2097 [9FE]

——— authorize grants to purchase and provide training for first responders on use of containment devices to prevent exposure to fentanyl and other potentially lethal substances (see H.R. 621), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2097 [9FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H894 [14JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2330 [25FE]

Law enforcement officers: limit application of State laws relative to law enforcement uniform requirements (see H.R. 5581), H2259 [23FE]

Schools: prioritize hiring and training of veterans and retired law enforcement officers as school resource officers (see H.R. 2752), H2188 [11FE]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

DeSOTO, TX

Remarks in House

DeSoto High School: tribute to football team, H230 [8JA], E113 [9FE]

DETECTION EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY EVALUATION TO COUNTER THE THREAT OF NITAZENES (DETECT NITAZENES) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

DETRANSITION AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 643), S1056 [16MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 643, designate, S1057 [16MR]

DETROIT, MI

Bills and resolutions

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Remarks in House

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H650 [12JA]

DEUTSCH, JO E.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S87 [7JA]

DEVELOPING COUNTRIES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

——— terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

Remarks in House

Peace Corps: anniversary, E244 [19MR], E255 [24MR]

Reports filed

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

DEVELOPING OVERSEAS MINERAL INVESTMENTS AND NEW ALLIED NETWORKS FOR CRITICAL ENERGIES (DOMINANCE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

DeWITT, CHERYL M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2176 [11FE]

DEXTER, MAXINE (a Representative from Oregon)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Arts and humanities: ensure certain Federal funds can be used to support arts education for students, and for youth and adults involved in justice system (see H.R. 2485), H2032 [4FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Commission To Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans: establish (see H.R. 40), H2530 [16MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: make commodities available for Emergency Food Assistance Program (see H.R. 3784), H2477 [9MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2098 [9FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— ensure that claims for benefits under Black Lung Benefits Act are processed in fair and timely manner and protect miners from pneumoconiosis (black lung disease) (see H.R. 6756), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H1917 [27JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2477 [9MR]

——— improve and expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation for survivors of certain veterans (see H.R. 2055), H2711 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: codify national primary drinking water regulation for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) (see H.R. 4168), H2677 [24MR]

FAA: issue regulations to phase out use of bleed air systems in certain aircraft (see H.R. 4994), H2477 [9MR]

Federal employees: provide pay equality and more accurate computation of retirement benefits for certain firefighters employed by Federal Government (see H.R. 759), H2676 [24MR]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see H.R. 7143), H2677 [24MR]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2677 [24MR]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H719 [13JA]

——— increase preparation of structural firefighters to assist in wildfire and wildland-urban interface fire response efforts and coordination of firefighting teams across all levels of government (see H.R. 4852), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

Immigration: exempt unaccompanied alien children from certain fees tied to humanitarian protection, cancel funding for body examinations of children in custody, and prohibit sharing of sponsor information (see H.R. 6389), H2236 [20FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H895 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran (see H. Res. 993), H1923 [30JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see H.R. 6199), H2531 [16MR]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H1916 [27JA]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H2474 [5MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2259 [23FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1950 [2FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H1916 [27JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2297 [24FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2598 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Sudan: impose sanctions relative to conflict in Sudan (see H.R. 1939), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2623 [19MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H895 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

FDA: expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (H.R. 6977), H252 [8JA]

FDA: expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (H.R. 7980), H2597 [18MR]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (H.R. 7573), H2225 [13FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Crag Rats (organization): anniversary, E182• [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2021• [4FE]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2190 [12FE]

——— deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— making appropriations, H2667 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H2190 [12FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2190 [12FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1973 [3FE]

House of Representatives: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H229 [8JA]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Portland (OR) Skanner: tribute, E128• [11FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126 [21JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2014, H2021• [4FE]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Votes: position on missed, E24• [12JA]

Tributes

Gordly, Avel, E173• [3MR]

Hall, Claire, E27• [12JA]

DHS USE OF FORCE OVERSIGHT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

DIALA, FRANCISCA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2016 [4FE]

DIALA, MIRIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2016 [4FE]

DIAZ, IGNACIO (DAN)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1927 [2FE]

DIAZ-BALART, MARIO (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: codify and extend rules for personal casualty losses arising from major disasters and rules for exclusion from gross income of compensation for losses or damages resulting from certain wildfires (see H.R. 5366), H2712 [25MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1321 [22JA]

Chokoloskee, FL: anniversary of Ted Smallwood Store, E109• [4FE]

Coral Gables, FL: anniversary of Biltmore Hotel Miami-Coral Gables, E3• [6JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1964 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H735, H736, H797 [14JA]

Miami Springs, FL: anniversary, E75• [27JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H797 [14JA]

National Women’s History Month: observance, E263• [25MR]

Votes: position on missed, E232• [18MR]

Tributes

Cordero-Stutz, Rosanna, E270• [25MR]

Williams, Daneé, E263• [25MR]

DICKERSON, LIAM

Essays

State of the Union, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

DICKSON CITY, PA

Remarks in House

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City: tribute to first responders for response to fire, H2085 [9FE]

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT LISTING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

Texts of

S. 3677, provisions, S259 [15JA]

DiGIOVANNA, SHANE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2535 [17MR]

DIGITAL ASSET MARKET CLARITY (CLARITY) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

DIGITAL COAST ACT

Amendments

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Texts of

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

DIGITAL LITERACY AND EQUITY COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

DINGELL, DEBBIE (a Representative from Michigan)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Crime: prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2598 [18MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— promote screenings for liver diseases in newborns (see H.R. 5355), H136 [7JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H719 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to persons suffering discrimination due to sexual orientation or gender identity (see H.R. 3696), H2623 [19MR]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— list employers that relocate call centers overseas, make such companies ineligible for Federal grants and loans, and require call center employees to disclose their physical location (see H.R. 4954), H2097 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prohibit from transferring certain Federal land (see H.R. 718), H1922 [30JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H657 [12JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2677 [24MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to satisfy documentation requirement for coverage of certain shoes for individuals with diabetes (see H.R. 1616), H253 [8JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H1949 [2FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2236 [20FE]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2229 [17FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 5160), H2033 [4FE]

Taxation: increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2370 [3MR]

——— increase limitation on qualified first-time homebuyers distributions (see H.R. 3526), H2551 [17MR]

——— modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of State: eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National Cancer Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (H.R. 7492), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of State: eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (H.R. 8004), H2622 [19MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (H.R. 7029), H718 [13JA]

Taxation: establish credit for adult child caregivers (H.R. 7610), H2235 [20FE]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Remarks

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2578, H2579 [18MR]

DIPLOMATS related term(s) Department of State; Embassies

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Philippines: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37 [13JA]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA], S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Nomination of Asel Roberts To Be Ambassador to Slovenia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Eric Meyer To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Frank Weiland To Be Assistant Sec. of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Gregory LoGerfo To Be Dept. of State Coordinator for Counterterrorism: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara To Be Ambassador to Vietnam: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Lee Lipton To Be Ambassador to Philippines: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Troy Edgar To Be Ambassador to El Salvador: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of William Long To Be Ambassador to Ireland: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

DIRECT FILE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

DIRECT HIRE TO FIGHT FIRES

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

DIRECT SELLER AND REAL ESTATE AGENT HARMONIZATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

DISABLED related term(s) Americans With Disabilities Act; Social Security

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Appointments

National Council on Disability, H1935 [2FE]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

——— expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: install adult changing room in Library of Congress and Capitol Visitor Center (see H.R. 7614), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

——— establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish program to address bowel and bladder care needs for veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (see S. 3647), S256 [15JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

——— increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (see H.R. 7083), H918 [15JA]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Federal aid programs: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

GAO: identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (see S. 3969), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7596), H2228 [17FE]

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

Medicaid: remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

Medicare: permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (see H.R. 6974), H251 [8JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

——— exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

——— improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

——— permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (see H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

——— allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Letters

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Boccia Day: observance, E173 [3MR]

Bolton, Brett: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2239 [23FE]

Cunningham, Liam: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

——— prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

——— provide for outreach requirements for training and rehabilitation programs for veterans with service-connected disabilities (H.R. 1793), H1930 [2FE]

Diseases and disorders: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

Eastern Washington University: tribute to adaptive athletics program, H667 [13JA]

Employment: importance of sheltered workshops and community rehabilitation providers, H2611 [19MR]

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

McKee, Kevin: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2489 [16MR]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

Pride Industries (organization): anniversary, H2321 [25FE]

Rose, Dan: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

SSA: improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Taxation: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Thums, Matt: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

World Hearing Day: observance, E176 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744–S747 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Reports filed

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

DISABLED VETERANS HOUSING SUPPORT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

DISASTER RECOVERY IMPROVEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

DISASTER RELIEF AND EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

DISASTER ZONE ENERGY AFFORDABILITY AND INVESTMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

DISASTERS related term(s) Earthquakes; Famines; Floods; Hunger; Hurricanes; Tornadoes; Wildfires

Amendments

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10, S13, S17 [5JA]

Articles and editorials

Beloved Oak Fell, and Oxford Rose. What Happened When ‘‘Thunder Ice’’ Came to My Home in Mississippi, S481 [4FE]

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

California: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see S. Res. 577), S115 [8JA] (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Crime: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

——— revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

——— eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drought: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

EPA: reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

——— require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

——— submit monthly report on status of all projects and activities funded through Disaster Relief Fund (see H.R. 7461), H2118 [10FE]

Happy Land Social Club Fire Day of Remembrance: designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

New York, NY: recognize victims of Happy Land Social Club fire in Bronx, NY, on March 25, 1990 (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Real estate: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Safety: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see S. 3605), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (see H.R. 6999), H615 [9JA]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Weather: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (see H.R. 7452), H2095 [9FE]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

Letters

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks in House

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

California: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (H. Res. 980), H110 [7JA]

——— management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

——— issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

FAA: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

NASA: utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Red Cross Month: observance, H2425 [5MR]

Santa Clarita, CA: honor members of Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team who died in car crash and express condolences to families, H2190 [12FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income amounts received from State-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs (H.R. 1849), H2011 [4FE]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106, H110 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

California: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (S. Res. 577), S119 [8JA]

——— anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

——— funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— publish information on public assistance awards (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

——— reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

Missouri on a Mission (organization): tribute, S468 [3FE]

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10–S16 [5JA]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Queens, NY: express condolences to victims and those affected by collision at LaGuardia Airport, S1527 [23MR]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S485 [4FE]

Reports filed

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2250) (H. Rept. 119–431), H251 [8JA]

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 390, Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act, H2241 [23FE]

H.R. 528, Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2524 [16MR]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

S. 1626, National Landslide Preparedness Act reauthorization, S13–S16 [5JA]

S. 3895, Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act, S653 [24FE]

S. Res. 577, 2025 Southern California wildfires anniversary, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

DISCOURAGING EXPLOITATIVE ASSASSINATION, TRAGEDY, AND HARM BETTING IN EVENT TRADING SYSTEMS (DEATH BETS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR]

DISCRIMINATION

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Articles and editorials

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, E130 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Civil rights: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, H2488 [16MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Muslim Americans: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, S306 [28JA]

Religion: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Voting: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

DISEASES AND DISORDERS related term(s) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Health

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

American Heart Month: designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Armed Forces: expand authority to provide wigs and treat traction alopecia under TRICARE program (see H.R. 7933), H2483 [12MR]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

CDC: reauthorize programs relating to oral health promotion and disease prevention (see S. 4008), S881 [5MR]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1112), H2483 [12MR]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of State: consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

——— establish program to address bowel and bladder care needs for veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (see S. 3647), S256 [15JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

——— reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

Government regulations: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

——— establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

——— recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Long COVID Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1136), H2711 [25MR]

Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

Medicare: ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1117), H2530 [16MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Cancer Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

National Cleaning Week: designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

Sarcoma cancer chordoma: raise awareness (see H. Res. 1081), H2328 [25FE]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

American Heart Month: observance, H1991 [4FE]

Brain Awareness Week: observance, E242 [19MR]

Dept. of Defense: conduct cost and feasibility study evaluating H. pylori screening for Armed Forces members and veterans, E210 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

——— launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Health: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Insurance: require health insurance plans to cover ovarian cancer screenings to improve early detection, H663 [13JA]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Kidneys for Communities (organization): tribute, E175 [3MR]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

——— provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

National Cancer Prevention Month: observance, E160 [24FE]

National Kidney Month: observance, H2668 [24MR]

National Nurse Practitioner Week: observance, E177 [3MR]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Research: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

Rotary International: tribute to efforts to eradicate polio, H1129 [21JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

Taxation: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

American Heart Month: designate (S. Res. 614), S689 [25FE]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: observance, S1561 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

National Lung Cancer Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 570), S140 [12JA]

Rare Disease Day: designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Reports filed

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 4008, Promoting Dental Health Act, S887 [5MR]

S. Res. 614, American Heart Month, S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 620, Rare Disease Day, S711 [26FE]

DISRUPT EXPLICIT FORGED IMAGES AND NON-CONSENSUAL EDITS (DEFIANCE) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Texts of

S. 1837, provisions, S145 [13JA]

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Amendments

Federal-State relations: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Taxation: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Aviation: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

——— permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (see H.R. 7162), H948 [20JA]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Congress: provide period to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

Council of the District of Columbia: prohibit from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (see H.R. 7881), H2476 [9MR]

Crime: prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (see H.R. 7068), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Employment: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

Federal-State relations: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Schools: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Taxation: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Transportation: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Motions

Federal-State relations: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Taxation: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Obituaries

Metz, Karen A., E100 [4FE]

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

American Optometric Association: tribute to Federal Keyperson Summit, H2490 [16MR]

Aviation: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

——— permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), E55 [20JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (H.R. 7881), E198 [9MR]

——— reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Employment: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

Federal-State relations: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

International Religious Freedom Summit: tribute, H1970 [3FE]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1175, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work in District of Columbia (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR], E244 [19MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Public buildings: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

South Carolina: tribute to National Guard, H705 [13JA]

Sports: tribute to Freedom 250 Grand Prix race, H2085 [9FE]

Statehood (H.R. 51), H2702 [25MR]

Taxation: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Transportation: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Aviation: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S199 [14JA], S283, S284 [27JA], S307 [28JA]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Taxation: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

H.R. 2196, National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act, H2523 [16MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOME RULE ACT

Amendments

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

——— prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide period for Congress to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Motions

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOME RULE IMPROVEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HUMAN RIGHTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA JUROR PAY PARITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7881), H2476 [9MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7881), E198 [9MR]

DITLEVSON, MARK

Reports filed

Nomination of Mark Ditlevson To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas Security Affairs: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

DIVORCE see Families and Domestic Relations

DOBBS FERRY, NY

Remarks in House

Senior Citizen Program: tribute, H1982 [4FE]

DOCKERY, KAREEM N.

Amendments

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Medal of Honor: award (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Texts of

H.R. 7194, award Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery, H1968 [3FE]

DOCTORS see Health Care Professionals

DOD AND USDA INTERAGENCY RESEARCH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

DODD-FRANK WALL STREET REFORM AND CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT see Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act

DOGGETT, LLOYD (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities related to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2531 [16MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H135 [7JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2598 [18MR]

FTC: prohibit unfair and deceptive practice of commercial sexual orientation or gender identity conversion therapy (see H.R. 3243), H2188 [11FE]

GAO: conduct review of GSA Fine Arts Program (see H.R. 5009), H2677 [24MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2551 [17MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2330 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H253 [8JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: impose carbon border adjustment on energy intensive imports and incentivize decarbonization of domestic manufacturing (see H.R. 6787), H925 [16JA]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2551 [17MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H616 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Taxation: modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see H.R. 7493), H2185 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (H.R. 7095), H920 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (H.R. 7094), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (H.R. 7493), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H639 [12JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2375, H2409 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1323 [22JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2563 [18MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H221 [8JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H635, H636 [12JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2199 [12FE]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152• [23FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H221 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1143 [21JA]

SSA: funding, H635 [12JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2160 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2375, H2409 [4MR], H2681 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2160 [11FE]

Tributes

Menefee, Representative, H1937 [2FE]

DOHERTY, ERIN

Articles and editorials

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, H116 [7JA]

DOLAN, TIMOTHY N.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1982 [4FE]

DOLEMAN, DAN, JR.

Remarks in House

Columbus, GA: Holsey Monumental Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church Living Legend Award recipient, E133 [12FE]

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP.

Remarks in House

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR DEFICIT REDUCTION ACT

Texts of

S. 4173, provisions, S1582 [24MR]

DOMESTIC POLICY related term(s) Economy

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, H674 [13JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, H116 [7JA]

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

——— advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

——— advance sensible priorities (H.R. 6636), consideration (see H. Res. 1029), H1949 [2FE]

——— govern on behalf of American people (see H.R. 7007), H654 [12JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), consideration (see H. Res. 986), H655 [12JA]

——— recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR] (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

Economy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

Legislative branch of the Government: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Ada Allen, S757 [3MR]

——— Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

——— Amelia Hill, S759 [3MR]

——— Hana Heidebrecht, S759 [3MR]

——— Jumana Nsour, S760 [3MR]

——— Kai Pincus, S760 [3MR]

——— Liam Dickerson, S758 [3MR]

——— Matthew Mallory, S760 [3MR]

——— Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

——— Quinn Sheldon, S760 [3MR]

——— Quinten Drugach, S758 [3MR]

——— Saralynn Anderson, S756 [3MR]

——— Sophie Hehir, S759 [3MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Energy: President Trump, S1599 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145, H146, H213–H227, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA], H111, H124–H126 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

Consumers: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114, H128, H130 [7JA], H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541, H2548 [17MR], H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR]

Courts: limit authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief (H.R. 1526), H712 [13JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE], H2538, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2083, H2085 [9FE]

Federal aid programs: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

National objectives: address housing costs, H724 [14JA]

——— legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H1991, H2021 [4FE], H2046 [9FE]

Power resources: strengthen electric grid, H248 [8JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119, H129 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H1958 [3FE], H2539 [17MR], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR], E169 [26FE]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration, H650 [12JA], H671 [13JA], H729 [14JA], H1130, H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR], H2455–H2459 [5MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620, H650 [12JA], H669, H674, H675 [13JA], H803 [14JA], H2104, H2110, H2113 [10FE], H2210 [12FE], H2268 [24FE], H2542 [17MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA], H2016 [4FE], H2284 [24FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H649 [12JA], H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183, H1346 [22JA], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H1944 [2FE], H2087, H2089 [9FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

Consumers: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228, S234 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR], S972 [11MR], S1147 [17MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA], S541 [10FE], S770 [4MR], S1020 [12MR], S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

EPA: repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Immigration: enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

National objectives: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA], S560 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA], S202 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S544 [10FE], S635–S641 [24FE], S771 [4MR], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S187, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE], S1175, S1309 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S590 [12FE], S973, S974 [11MR], S1054 [16MR], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S189 [14JA], S315–S334 [28JA], S453–S455 [3FE], S498–S500 [5FE], S1533 [23MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693, S714 [26FE]

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 780, consideration of H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H123 [7JA]

H. Res. 991, request Senate to return to House of Representatives H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H697 [13JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H213–H217 [8JA]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

S. Con. Res. 30, commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs, S1618 [25MR]

S. Con. Res. 31, recognize duty of Congress to meet needs of working women, S1619 [25MR]

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE see Families and Domestic Relations

DOMINGUE, CONNOR

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S954 [10MR]

DONALDS, BYRON (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Amor, Nicole M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Census: require citizenship question on decennial census and reporting on certain census statistics, and modify apportionment of Representatives to be based on U.S. citizens instead of all persons (see H.R. 151), H2330 [25FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Coady, Declan J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H1923 [30JA]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2477 [9MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

FDA: specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1922 [30JA]

——— require guidance clarity statements on certain agency documents not issued in accordance with rulemaking process and therefore not legally binding (see H.R. 2409), H1922 [30JA]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H1923 [30JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

Housing: remove requirement on lessors to provide thirty day notice to vacate (see H.R. 1078), H2119 [10FE]

Immigration: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H922 [15JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Khork, Cody A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Marzan, Robert M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H1923 [30JA]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2097 [9FE]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2711 [25MR]

——— codify and extend rules for personal casualty losses arising from major disasters and rules for exclusion from gross income of compensation for losses or damages resulting from certain wildfires (see H.R. 5366), H2677 [24MR]

Tietjens, Noah L.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

DON’T MESS WITH MY HOME APPLIANCES ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 4626): consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 4626): consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Letters

Provisions: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

Enact (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, provisions, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4626, provisions, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

DOOLITTLE, WESLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H909 [15JA]

DORGAN, RHONDA AND AIDEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2307 [25FE]

DORSEY, BARBARA A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E20 [9JA]

DOUGLAS, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E253 [24MR]

DOUGLAS COUNTY, NV

Bills and resolutions

Public lands: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

DOUGLASVILLE, GA

Remarks in House

Taylor, Elana Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2101 [10FE]

DOVER AFB, DE

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S907 [9MR], S1083 [17MR]

DOWNEY, JOHN L.

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, E81 [30JA]

DOWNING, JAMES R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E180 [3MR]

DOWNING, PATRICK

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S47 [6JA]

DOWNING, TROY (a Representative from Montana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (see H.R. 2130), H2188 [11FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2098 [9FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H1173 [21JA]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H1977 [3FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H1173 [21JA]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2336 [2MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Housing: remove requirement on lessors to provide thirty day notice to vacate (see H.R. 1078), H2235 [20FE]

Insurance: prohibit financial regulators from collecting data directly from insurance companies (see H.R. 3437), H656 [12JA]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H894 [14JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Treasury: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Treasury: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 7250), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2091 [9FE]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

Montana State University: tribute to football team, H228 [8JA]

Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act: reauthorize, H2092 [9FE]

SBA: help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H935 [20JA]

Resignations

Committee on Small Business (House), H2687 [25MR]

Tributes

McVeda, William L., H2308 [25FE]

Mercer, William, E194• [5MR]

Rasmussen, Flint, E75• [27JA]

Stroop, Baron, E191• [5MR]

DR. WILLIAM W. SULLIVAN TRIO UPWARD BOUND STUDENT STIPEND SUPPORT ACT see TRIO Upward Bound Student Stipend Support Act

DR-CAFTA see Treaties and Agreements

DREAM ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

DREAM’S CAREGIVER HEALTH AND WELLNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

DRIFTLESS AREA LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION INITIATIVE (DALCI) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

DRIVER FAMILY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1981 [4FE]

DRONE ESPIONAGE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

DROUGHT RELIEF OBTAINED USING GOVERNMENT HELP TODAY (DROUGHT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

DRUG ABUSE see Drugs

DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION related term(s) Department of Justice

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Drugs: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

——— prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

——— schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

DRUGACH, QUINTEN

Essays

State of the Union, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

DRUGS related term(s) Crime; Pharmaceuticals

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

——— give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

Crime: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (see H.R. 8005), H2620 [19MR]

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

——— schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve schedule for rating disabilities (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Diseases and disorders: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

——— amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

FTC: report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

GAO: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Information technology: modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

Insulin: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Law enforcement: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Methadone: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

FDA: publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Health care professionals: tribute to pharmacists, H1989 [4FE]

Immigration: secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

——— establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, H2156 [11FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (S. 921), S459 [3FE], S1559, S1560 [23MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Medicare: implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Dept. of HHS Guidance on Whether Hospital Emergency Departments Should Implement Fentanyl Testing as Routine Procedure for Patients Experiencing Overdose: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 921), S343 [28JA]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

S. 921, issue Dept. of HHS guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose, S1559 [23MR]

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

S. 3960, Smarter Pretrial Detention for Drug Charges Act, S735 [2MR]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

DRUNKEN DRIVING

Bills and resolutions

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

DTE ENERGY CO.

Remarks in House

Power resources: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

DUAL HATTING LIMITATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

DuBOIS, PA

Remarks in House

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

DUCKWORTH, TAMMY (a Senator from Illinois)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S138 [12JA], S173 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S355 [28JA], S423 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S709 [26FE] (see S.J. Res. 116), S1444 [20MR] (see S.J. Res. 118), S1207 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see S. 3187), S131 [12JA]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— relocate memorial honoring Air Force crew members who lost their lives in airplane crash in Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests during 1982 training mission (see S. 1876), S16 [5JA]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE]

——— protect veterans and low-income families from housing discrimination based on source of income, veterans status, or military status (see S. 2827), S116 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1444 [20MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

——— make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE]

FEMA: require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S626 [23FE]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see S. 1410), S1206 [18MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S534 [9FE]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA]

Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure: conduct research on diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of descendants of individuals exposed to toxic substances while serving as members of Armed Forces (see S. 2061), S345 [28JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Law enforcement: ensure that U.S., State, and local governments are liable for monetary damages for constitutional violations by law enforcement officers (see S. 3186), S131 [12JA]

——— hold Federal law enforcement agencies liable in civil actions for deprivation of civilians’ constitutional rights (see S. 3470), S131 [12JA]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see S. 1973), S626 [23FE]

——— ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see S. 475), S1368 [19MR]

——— include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for purposes of annual wellness visit (see S. 2612), S803 [4MR]

——— protect beneficiaries with limb loss and other orthopedic conditions by providing access to safe and effective orthotic and prosthetic care and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse relative to orthotics and prosthetics (see S. 2329), S17 [5JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S131 [12JA]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S708 [26FE]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S1056 [16MR]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S345 [28JA]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see S. Res. 236), S652 [24FE]

Securities: postpone date of payment or satisfaction upon redemption of certain securities in cases of financial exploitation of specified adults (see S. 2840), S258 [15JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S917 [9MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S763 [3MR]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

——— provide special rules for taxation of certain residents of Taiwan with income from sources within U.S. (see S. 199), S959 [10MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA]

Crime: prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of State: require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish competitive grant program to provide capital assistance for maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation needs of commuter rail bridges (see S. 3701), S290 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Remarks

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S738 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1571 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1186 [18MR]

Postal Service: anniversary, S158 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S738 [2MR], S1186 [18MR], S1571 [24MR]

Tributes

Whitehouse, Ryan, S798• [4MR]

DUKURAY, HAJI

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2176 [11FE]

DUNLAP, DENNIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2636 [24MR]

DUNN, NEAL P. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2236 [20FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H894 [14JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2628 [20MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct mandatory stuttering screenings for young children and guarantee Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage for speech therapy services (see H.R. 6364), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2120 [10FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2422 [4MR]

EPA: provide interim permit to owner or operator of critical energy resource facility that is subject to final approval (see H.R. 3059), H2711 [25MR]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2628 [20MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2552 [17MR]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H2259 [23FE]

Health Care Provider Protection Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 929), H656 [12JA]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H894 [14JA]

IRS: suspend collection of income taxes and related interest and penalties from U.S. nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad and reimburse such nationals for any penalties paid during detention (see H.R. 1868), H719 [13JA]

Medicaid: allow States to make medical assistance available to inmates during period preceding their release (see H.R. 2586), H2531 [16MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2598 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Drugs: modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

Medicare: ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (H.R. 7386), H2041 [5FE]

Drugs: modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (H.R. 6994), H616 [9JA]

Medicare: ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (H.R. 7175), H1172 [21JA]

DURBIN, RICHARD J. (a Senator from Illinois)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S766 [3MR], S891, S893, S894 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1395 [19MR], S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1549, S1550 [23MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S138 [12JA], S259 [15JA]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, Wall Street Journal, S311 [28JA]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, Tim Walz, Wall Street Journal, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Courts: modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S883 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Law enforcement: hold Federal law enforcement agencies liable in civil actions for deprivation of civilians’ constitutional rights (see S. 3470), S610 [12FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S379 [29JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1048 [12MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073, 4127), S1484 [21MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: include Federal defender as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

American Heart Month: designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

CDC: reauthorize programs relating to oral health promotion and disease prevention (see S. 4008), S881 [5MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

Courts: give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR]

FDA: establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE]

FEMA: require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

Information technology: require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

SSA: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

Taxation: modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S947 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S721 [2MR], S772 [4MR]

Bailey, Sara: nomination to be Office of National Drug Control Policy Director, S24 [6JA]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S542 [10FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143, S145, S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1529 [23MR]

——— making appropriations, S721 [2MR], S908 [9MR], S981 [11MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S633–S635 [24FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519 [9FE], S1422 [20MR], S1529 [23MR], S1593 [25MR]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S981 [11MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S908 [9MR], S981 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S311 [28JA], S433 [2FE], S519 [9FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S908 [9MR], S981 [11MR], S1422 [20MR], S1593 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S948 [10MR]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S947 [10MR], S1314, S1333 [19MR], S1423 [20MR], S1562 [24MR], S1593 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S311 [28JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S972 [11MR]

FAA: anniversary of smoking ban on commercial airlines, S670 [25FE]

FBI: operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S451 [3FE]

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Immigration: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S503 [5FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1566 [24MR]

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

Medicare: implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S309 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S309 [28JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1529 [23MR]

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S505 [5FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S188 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— enhanced tax credits funding, S65 [7JA], S123 [12JA], S1529 [23MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S972 [11MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1600, S1601 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1601 [25MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1065 [17MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S211 [14JA]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S309, S310 [28JA], S433 [2FE], S484 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S908 [9MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S188 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S973 [11MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S633 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S189 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S721 [2MR], S772 [4MR], S909 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S972 [11MR], S1423 [20MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1529 [23MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S1161 [18MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S65 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S947 [10MR], S1314, S1333 [19MR], S1423 [20MR], S1562 [24MR], S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1593 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3707, Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3768, Advancing Better Options for Dwellings Everywhere (ABODE) Act, S472 [3FE]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

S. 3847, Stop Corporate Inversions Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. 4008, Promoting Dental Health Act, S887 [5MR]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

Tributes

Altenburg, Rana, S334 [28JA]

Harris, William W., S113 [8JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr., S633 [24FE]

Puri, Sunil, S1039 [12MR]

DUVALL, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2238 [23FE]

DWOMOH, NANA KWAME

Remarks in House

South Dakota Congressional App Challenge: winner, E4 [6JA]

DYCUS, CHESLEY L.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S703 [26FE]

EARL N. WILLIAMS, SR., FIRST CHANCE ACT see First Chance Act

EARLEY, CHARITY ADAMS

Bills and resolutions

Commemorative postage stamp: issue (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2088 [9FE]

EARMARK ELIMINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

EARMARKS/LIMITED TAX OR TARIFF BENEFITS

Declaratory Statements

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H950–H955 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2336–H2342 [2MR], H2371 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), H2628 [20MR], H2677 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H13–H102 [6JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H955–H1122 [20JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H1950 [2FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H657–H662 [12JA], H719 [13JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H950 [20JA]

EARTHQUAKE HAZARDS REDUCTION ACT

Amendments

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Remarks in Senate

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Reports filed

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

EARTHQUAKES related term(s) Disasters

Amendments

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Bills and resolutions

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Reports filed

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H594 [9JA]

EAST PALESTINE, OH

Remarks in House

Disasters: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

EASTERN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

Ukraine: security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to adaptive athletics program, H667 [13JA]

ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT related term(s) Clean Air Act; Hazardous Substances; Recycled materials; Recycling; Renewable Energy; Water

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR] (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

——— reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

——— designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Courts: limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

——— develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

——— authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

——— establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

——— clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

——— conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

——— establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

——— exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (see H.R. 7554), H2219 [12FE]

——— exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

——— increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

——— prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

Families and domestic relations: recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE] (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

——— improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

——— provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Housing: exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

——— temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

National Desert Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 138), H252 [8JA]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

——— expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

——— improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

——— reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

——— protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see S. 4021), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

——— restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

——— provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Weather: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (see H.R. 7452), H2095 [9FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Ardsley, NY: tribute to environment groups, H723 [14JA]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Florida: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2503–H2509, H2514 [16MR], H2615 [19MR]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Greenville, NY: tribute to Greenburgh Nature Center, H2426 [5MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

——— allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), H1185 [22JA]

——— designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, E178 [3MR]

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Nature Conservancy (organization) Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

——— modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

World Pulses Day: observance, H2104 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

California: anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), S176–S178 [13JA]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), unanimous-consent request, S177 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72–S74 [7JA]

——— repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

——— extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 528, Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2524 [16MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 2709, Save Our Sequoias Act, H2503–H2507 [16MR]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 6422, American Water Stewardship Act, H2662 [24MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 659, American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, S1546 [23MR]

ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE see Foreign Aid

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Federal aid programs: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Federal aid programs: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Reports filed

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

ECONOMIC POLICY INSTITUTE

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H689 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H689 [13JA]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H689 [13JA]

Save Local Business Act, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act, H689 [13JA]

ECONOMIC RECOVERY FOR NUCLEAR-AFFECTED COMMUNITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

ECONOMY related term(s) Credit; Domestic policy; Homeless; Income; Poverty

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, H674 [13JA]

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, H116 [7JA]

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR] (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Business and industry: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

CBO: remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

——— study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CFTC: create Office of the Chief Economist (see H.R. 7488), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

——— require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of HUD: require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Labor: address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

——— promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7484), H2185 [11FE]

Employment: express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

OMB: establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

——— reform individual income tax rates (see H.R. 7303), H1921 [30JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

——— Max Clegg, S757 [3MR]

——— Quinten Drugach, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Budget: deficit, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2542 [17MR], H2611, H2616–H2619 [19MR]

——— reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Clermont, OH: tribute to Clermont Chamber of Commerce, H2044 [9FE]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA]

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

Costa, Representative: legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2538, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Domestic policy: legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114, H128, H130 [7JA], H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541, H2548 [17MR], H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Employment: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Families and domestic relations: importance of men in families, H2612 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Grand Junction, CO: anniversary of Business Incubator Center, H2608 [19MR]

Health: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

National objectives: priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2083, H2085 [9FE]

New Baltimore, MI: anniversary of Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce, E69 [22JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

North Carolina: provide economic relief to farmers, H1131 [21JA]

——— tribute to economic development in eastern region, H2346 [3MR], H2538 [17MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H672 [13JA], H727, H803, H804 [14JA], H1991, H2021 [4FE], H2046 [9FE], H2489 [16MR], H2540, H2543 [17MR]

Parker County, TX: anniversary of Parker County Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce, E165 [25FE]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE], H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119, H129 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H1958 [3FE], H2539 [17MR], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR], E169 [26FE]

Rochester, MN: anniversary of Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, H2268 [24FE]

South Carolina: economic status, H1939 [2FE], H2430 [5MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H671 [13JA], H1130, H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620, H650 [12JA], H669, H674, H675 [13JA], H803 [14JA], H2104, H2110, H2113 [10FE], H2210 [12FE], H2268 [24FE], H2542 [17MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300, H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

Vance, Vice President: evaluation of visit to Toledo, OH, H1343 [22JA]

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA], S770 [4MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Domestic policy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228, S234 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR], S972 [11MR], S1147 [17MR]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798 [4MR]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S102 [8JA], S185, S188 [14JA], S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357, S366 [29JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

——— temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Senate: legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE], S771 [4MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S187, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE], S1175, S1309 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE], S973, S974 [11MR], S1054 [16MR], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1421 [20MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693, S714 [26FE]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Reports filed

American Financial Institution Regulatory Sovereignty and Transparency (American FIRST) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Least Cost Exception Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6547) (H. Rept. 119–474), H1948 [2FE]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Texts of

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3965, EDA Short Form Application Act, S764 [3MR]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 654, express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product, S1444 [20MR]

ECONOMY OF THE FUTURE COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

ECONOMY OF THE FUTURE COMMISSION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

EDA SHORT FORM APPLICATION ACT

Texts of

S. 3965, provisions, S764 [3MR]

EDGAR, TROY

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Ambassador to El Salvador: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination To Be Ambassador to Philippines: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

EDINBURG, TX

Remarks in House

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley: tribute to football team, H722 [14JA]

EDMUNDS, EDITH YOUNGER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2011 [4FE]

EDUCATION related term(s) Colleges and Universities; Schools

Amendments

Children and youth: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Articles and editorials

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

——— prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Commission on American Civics Renewal: establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate): establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

——— develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

——— collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

——— eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— establish Federal Clearinghouse on Grant Opportunities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (see S. 4167), S1580 [24MR]

——— establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (see H.R. 7660), H2296 [24FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

——— incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

——— establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

——— expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

——— provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

——— restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Employment: ensure that qualified technical schools offering certain career pathway and job training programs have same access to Federal grants as 2–year and 4–year institutions of higher education (see H.R. 8051), H2675 [24MR]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

——— recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Harry S Truman Memorial Scholarship Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7894), H2481 [12MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

Information technology: require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

——— support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Medicare: provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR] (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE] (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

NSF: provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

SBA: allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

——— encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

——— establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Schools: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Sweet Briar College: anniversary (see H. Res. 1053), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

——— exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (see H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— permit fees for admissions applications to higher education institutions to be paid from 529 plans (see H.R. 7205), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

——— provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H134 [7JA]

Year of Math: observance (see H. Res. 1091), H2336 [2MR]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Ada Allen, S757 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

Lists

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158 [24FE]

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1329 [22JA]

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: Representative Frederica S. Wilson, E212 [12MR]

National FBLA Week: Representative Murphy, E124 [10FE]

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: Representative Patronis, E85 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Bedford, TX: tribute to Bedford Heights School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219 [16MR]

Bera family: tribute, E143 [20FE]

Black Music Month: observance, H1980 [4FE]

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo: anniversary, E111 [5FE]

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Calvin University: anniversary, H2548 [17MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: observance, H2261 [24FE]

Carrollton, TX: tribute to Good Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Children and youth: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Claysburg, PA: tribute to Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

Clearfield County, PA: opening of student-run cafe at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, H928 [20JA]

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

——— provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325–H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

——— restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

Conner-Miller, Rebecca: Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Coppell, TX: tribute to Coppell High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207 [12MR]

Dallas, TX: tribute to H. Grady Spruce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Harry C. Withers Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Moss Haven Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220 [16MR]

——— tribute to RISD Academy participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218 [16MR]

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224 [17MR]

Davis, CA: anniversary of Pence Gallery, E265 [25MR]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

——— collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (H.R. 6973), H606 [9JA]

——— disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2424 [5MR]

——— Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

——— release Federal TRIO programs grant applications, H2636 [24MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

——— provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

——— modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1933–H1935 [2FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Domestic policy: legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H2083 [9FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H677–H681 [13JA]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

Euless, TX: tribute to Arbor Creek Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215 [16MR]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Farmers Branch, TX: tribute to Early College School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

Georgia Southern University: tribute to Ethics Bowl team, H2591 [18MR]

Giannini, Kate: Dept. of State Fulbright Specialist Award recipient, H618 [12JA]

Giraldo-Santiago, Natalia: Council for Opportunity in Education National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160 [24FE]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

——— tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Jackson, Linda: University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31 [13JA]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Maddy Institute: anniversary, E46 [15JA]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2242–H2244 [23FE]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, E258 [24MR]

National FFA Week: observance, H2262, H2264 [24FE]

National Kidney Month: observance, H2668 [24MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2560 [18MR], H2669–H2672 [24MR], E178 [3MR], E229, E230, E231 [18MR], E263 [25MR]

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

New Rochelle Bar Association: tribute to Lawyers in the Classroom program, H2377 [4MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA]

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

North Richland Hills, TX: tribute to St. John the Apostle Catholic School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

Orosz, Christine: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Panarese, Melanie: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185 [4MR]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Prince William County, VA: tribute to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56 [20JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

Richardson, TX: tribute to Berkner High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216 [16MR]

——— tribute to J.J. Pearce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210 [12MR]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Schoenfeld, Jilian: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

South Carolina: release of State budget, E69 [22JA]

Starling School & Day Care Center, Inc.: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Tampa, FL: anniversary of Ballast Point Elementary School, E114 [9FE]

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

Texas Southmost College: anniversary, E199 [9MR]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Tollefson, Tayla: Miss Spokane (WA) competition winner, E187 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2683 [25MR]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

University of California: anniversary of Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), E263 [25MR]

VanDyke, Brayden: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Vero Beach, FL: tribute to Vero Beach High School career and technical education programs, H2640 [24MR]

Virgin Islands History Month: observance, H2343 [3MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Youth Art Month: observance, E179 [3MR]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (S. Res. 617), S716 [26FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Centenary College of Louisiana: anniversary (S. Res. 543), S90 [7JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S176 [13JA], S186 [14JA], S307 [28JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S283, S285–S287 [27JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (S. 4110), S1093 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Employment: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798 [4MR]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, S1610 [25MR]

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

National Lung Cancer Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 570), S140 [12JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (S. Res. 600), S516 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (S. Res. 621), S716 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: observance, S366, S367 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (S. Res. 626), S851 [4MR], S907 [9MR]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

National TRIO Day: observance, S969 [11MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, S1159 [18MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S357, S366 [29JA]

Ridder, Jill: Milken Family Foundation Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 980, Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act, H1929 [2FE]

H.R. 1458, Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, H1933 [2FE]

H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H677 [13JA]

H.R. 2600, Accessing Satellite Capabilities To Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act, H2242 [23FE]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1325 [22JA]

H.R. 6392, Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act, H2364 [3MR]

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. 3707, Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 587, National School Choice Week, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

S. Res. 596, National School Counseling Week, S492 [4FE]

S. Res. 600, National Mentoring Month, S514 [5FE]

S. Res. 601, National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week, S515 [5FE]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 617, support goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 618, recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 621, National Public Schools Week, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 622, National FFA Week, S712 [26FE]

S. Res. 624, National Social and Emotional Learning Week, S734 [2MR]

S. Res. 626, National Speech and Debate Education Day, S804 [4MR]

S. Res. 628, Music in Our Schools Month, S888 [5MR]

S. Res. 639, establish annual Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate) academic civics competition for secondary school students, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 641, Girl Scouts anniversary, S1050 [12MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

EDUCATIONAL VISA TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

EDWARDS, AL

Remarks in House

Texas: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

EDWARDS, CHUCK (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Defense: include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: report on debt levels, proposed debt reduction measures, and impact of increasing debt ceiling and provide public access to such information (see H.R. 6895), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2676 [24MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2677 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2677 [24MR]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H2033 [4FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide interim permit to owner or operator of critical energy resource facility that is subject to final approval (see H.R. 3059), H2711 [25MR]

Europe: express that European laws and regulations unfairly and unreasonably burden American speech and innovation (see H. Res. 967), H136 [7JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2334 [26FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Medicare: establish payment parity between Medicare Advantage and fee-for-service Medicare and establish prompt payment requirements under Medicare Advantage (see H.R. 4559), H2259 [23FE]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

SBA: increase maximum amount for certain loans (see H.R. 4153), H135 [7JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

YMCA: anniversary (see H. Res. 1074), H2258 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (H.R. 7176), H1172 [21JA]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (H.R. 7356), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H594 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1180 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2692 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1180 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H737, H738 [14JA]

Tributes

Barrier, Phillip, E84• [30JA]

Frank, Jessie, E7• [7JA]

LeCroy, Debbie, E158• [24FE]

EDWARDS, DANIEL J.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Aviation and International Affairs: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

EDWARDS, GARY

Remarks in House

Sonoma, CA: Honorary Alcalde award recipient, E266 [25MR]

EDWARDS, LAILA

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2207 [12FE]

EDWARDS, MARY A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E57 [20JA]

EDWERS, C. NATHAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H108 [7JA]

EFFECTIVE ASSISTANCE OF COUNSEL IN THE DIGITAL ERA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

EFFICIENCY ADJUSTMENT DELAY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

EGYPT, ARAB REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in House

Human rights: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

EIKENBERRY, KENT

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S288 [27JA]

EL SALVADOR, REPUBLIC OF

Reports filed

Nomination of Troy Edgar To Be Ambassador to El Salvador: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

ELDERLY see Senior Citizens

ELECTION ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

ELECTIONS related term(s) Fundraising; Political Campaigns; Voting

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, E114 [9FE]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

——— prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Firearms: prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Public utilities: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

States: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

——— modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

——— prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

——— promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

——— require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Constitutional amendments: contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

Japan: elections, E114 [9FE]

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Voting: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

——— prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

Democracy: importance of participation in elections, S452 [3FE]

——— improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE]

FBI: operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: call for appointment of FEC nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

——— revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

S. Res. 657, commend Tawian on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions, S1546 [23MR]

ELECTORAL STUDIES (publication)

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

ELECTRIC POWER related term(s) Power Resources

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

China: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

——— assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

——— conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

——— develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

——— study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

——— promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

——— protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

——— require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

——— support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Motions

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

EPA: proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

Power resources: strengthen electric grid, H248 [8JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H129 [7JA]

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2104 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2284 [24FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE], S973 [11MR], S1054 [16MR], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

S. Con. Res. 30, commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs, S1618 [25MR]

ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS, INC.

Bills and resolutions

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PRIVACY ACT

Remarks in Senate

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Economy: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7484), H2185 [11FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

ELECTRONICS

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

Courts: limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

FTC: require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

Reports filed

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

ELFRETH, SARAH (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H1977 [3FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to qualified entities to support community paramedicine programs carried out in rural areas (see H.R. 4011), H2623 [19MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H895 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2334 [26FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1916 [27JA]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— improve and expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation for survivors of certain veterans (see H.R. 2055), H1922 [30JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2422 [4MR]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1173 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2120 [10FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2097 [9FE]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2229 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: prohibit group health plans and group or individual health insurance issuers from imposing cost-sharing requirements for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations (see H.R. 3037), H2677 [24MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (see H.R. 5361), H2677 [24MR]

National Park Service: reduce number of, and shorten time between, pay grade steps for U.S. Park Police officers and members (see H.R. 1260), H2473 [5MR]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H925 [16JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2677 [24MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H925 [16JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: establish deadline for processing applications related to geothermal leasing (see H.R. 301), H2473 [5MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (see H.R. 5446), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: allow workers above-the-line deduction for union dues and expenses and miscellaneous itemized deduction for unreimbursed expenses incurred in trade or business of being employee (see H.R. 2671), H2677 [24MR]

TSA: provide for funding for all activities for certain period in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5732), H2677 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (H.R. 7788), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (H.R. 7061), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (H.R. 7494), H2187 [11FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (H.R. 7251), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2526, H2527 [16MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527, H2528 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize to convey, without consideration, certain cemeteries (H.R. 4284), H2511 [16MR]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2525 [16MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2512, H2513 [16MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1972 [3FE]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2508 [16MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2514 [16MR]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work in District of Columbia (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2522 [16MR]

——— enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2520 [16MR]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2517, H2519 [16MR]

Utah: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2515 [16MR]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Tributes

Keyes, Billy, H2431 [5MR]

Moyer, Ellen O., E122• [10FE]

ELIAS, MARTHA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E32 [13JA]

ELIMINATING BIAS IN ALGORITHMIC SYSTEMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

ELIZABETH CITY, NC

Remarks in House

Elizabeth City State University: anniversary, H2560 [18MR]

ELIZABETH CITY STATE UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2560 [18MR]

ELK, WA

Remarks in House

North County Food Pantry: tribute, H668 [13JA]

ELLIOTT, JOSHUA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2267 [24FE]

ELLIS, ADAM

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S756 [3MR]

ELLIS, ANGELA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E183 [4MR]

ELLIS, XENIA

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

ELLZEY, JAKE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: include certain tests as part of periodic health assessments provided to members of Armed Forces (see H.R. 1014), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1352 [22JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1923 [30JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2119 [10FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2188 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: authorize integration and administrative streamlining of Federal funding for Indian Tribes that have lands or ways of life at risk due to environmental impacts and natural disasters (see H.R. 3654), H2120 [10FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see H.R. 1028), H2229 [17FE]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

——— increase maximum amount for certain loans (see H.R. 4153), H2484 [12MR]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2259 [23FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2371 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Remarks

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1191 [22JA]

ELMA, NY

Remarks in House

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church: groundbreaking of new sanctuary, E244 [19MR]

ELMSFORD, NY

Remarks in House

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

EMBASSIES

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Texts of

S. 629, provisions, S1565 [24MR]

EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

EMERGENCY MEDICAL PERSONNEL see Health Care Professionals

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES REIMBURSEMENT FOR ON-SCENE CARE AND SUPPORT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

EMERGENCY RURAL WATER RESPONSE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

EMMER, TOM (a Representative from Minnesota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2042 [5FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HUD: provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (H.R. 7030), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SECURITY ADMINISTRATION (EBSA) INVESTIGATIONS TRANSPARENCY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

EMPLOYEE PAYCHECK AND SMALL BUSINESS PROTECTION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY ACT (ERISA)

Amendments

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Taxation: simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Letters

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Reports filed

Balance the Scales Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Retire Through Ownership Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

EMPLOYER-DIRECTED SKILLS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

EMPLOYMENT related term(s) Sexual Harassment; Unemployment

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Education: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

Business and industry: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

——— prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

——— require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Congress: advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

——— recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR] (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Crime: prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow retirees of Experience Services Program to serve as mentors for conservation interns (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

——— review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

——— strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

——— direct U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to conduct review of certain approved immigration benefit requests (see H.R. 6978), H251 [8JA]

——— discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H615 [9JA]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— provide premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during shutdown (see S. 4174), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

——— carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

——— clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

——— clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— establish protections for health care providers who raise concerns about quality of health care services (see S. 4086), S1047 [12MR]

——— establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

——— expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

——— require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Discrimination: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

——— prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (see H.R. 7068), H893 [14JA]

——— provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Education: ensure that qualified technical schools offering certain career pathway and job training programs have same access to Federal grants as 2–year and 4–year institutions of higher education (see H.R. 8051), H2675 [24MR]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Financial institutions: prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7887), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide Federal financial regulators with clawback authority over executive compensation and industry prohibition and civil money penalty authority over executives whose negligence caused losses (see H.R. 7886), H2476 [9MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

Health: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

——— recognize importance of clinical roles of locum tenens physicians (see H.R. 7686), H2327 [25FE]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

——— limit removal from U.S. of certain recipients of temporary protected status who are essential workers (see H.R. 7899), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

——— require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

Income: adjust minimum wage for tipped workers and expand and make permanent qualified tip tax deduction (see H.R. 7577), H2224 [13FE]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

IRS: establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

Medicaid: remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

Medicare: expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR] (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

OMB: establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

——— allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

——— permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

——— request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see S. 3615), S130 [12JA]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

——— exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

——— exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

——— exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (see H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

——— extend and expand work opportunity credit (see H.R. 7998), H2620 [19MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

——— provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

——— reform individual income tax rates (see H.R. 7303), H1921 [30JA]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

——— express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Women: express that corporations should commit to utilizing benefits of women in boards of directors and other senior management positions (see H. Res. 1003), H920 [15JA]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Lists

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Motions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

Education: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

American Institute For Foreign Study: anniversary of Au Pair in America program, E248 [20MR]

Armed Forces: establish leave policies for members to seek abortions (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: observance, H2261 [24FE]

Clearfield County, PA: opening of student-run cafe at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, H928 [20JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Delaware: tribute to paid family and medical leave program enactment, H104 [7JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2538 [17MR]

Dept. of Defense: tribute to military recruiters, H2267 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— direct Board of Veterans’ Appeals director to give priority to individuals with certain professional experience in recommending such individuals to serve as members of Board (H.R. 659), H936, H937 [20JA]

——— proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

——— reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— national objectives priority assignments, H2083, H2085 [9FE]

Education: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H677–H681 [13JA]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Labor unions: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

National Court Reporting and Captioning Week: observance, E98 [3FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H2320 [25FE]

North Carolina: tribute to economic development in eastern region, H2346 [3MR], H2538 [17MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA], H1991 [4FE], H2046 [9FE], H2489 [16MR]

OPM: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Pride Industries (organization): anniversary, H2321 [25FE]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

South Carolina: economic status, H1939 [2FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

States: permit use of workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H650 [12JA], H803 [14JA], H2210 [12FE], H2268 [24FE], H2542 [17MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Vero Beach, FL: tribute to Vero Beach High School career and technical education programs, H2640 [24MR]

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act: importance of sheltered workshops and community rehabilitation providers, H2611 [19MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (S. Res. 617), S716 [26FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (S. 4110), S1093 [17MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S952 [10MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, S188 [14JA], S1175, S1309 [18MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S693, S714 [26FE]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

Whistleblowing: ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Balance the Scales Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Modern Worker Security Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Working Families Flexibility Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1072, preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment, H2391 [4MR]

H.R. 659, Veterans Law Judge Experience Act, H936 [20JA]

H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H677 [13JA]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H685 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. Con. Res. 31, recognize duty of Congress to meet needs of working women, S1619 [25MR]

S. Res. 617, support goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 618, recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

S. Res. 653, National Women in Agriculture Day, S1382 [19MR]

EMPOWER CHARTER SCHOOL EDUCATORS TO LEAD ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

EMPOWERING EMPLOYER CHILD AND ELDER CARE SOLUTIONS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 2270): consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 2270): consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Letters

Provisions: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, provisions, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2270, provisions, H681 [13JA]

EMPOWERING YOUNG READERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

END NEEDLESS DISTRIBUTION OF 7–OH (END 7–OH) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

END PREDICTION MARKET CORRUPTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

END PRISON GERRYMANDERING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

END SANCTUARY CITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

END SPECIAL TREATMENT FOR CONGRESS AT AIRPORTS ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

Texts of

S. 4123, provisions, S1356 [19MR]

END WAREHOUSE DETENTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

END WELFARE FOR NON-CITIZENS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

ENDANGERED SPECIES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

Remarks in House

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

Reports filed

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

Floods: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

Reports filed

Amend: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

ENDING EXPLOITATIVE IMPORTED LABOR EXEMPTIONS (EXILE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

ENDING IMPORTATION OF LAUNDERED RUSSIAN OIL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

ENDING IMPORTATION OF RUSSIAN OIL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

ENDING IMPROPER PAYMENTS TO DECEASED PEOPLE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

S. 269, provisions, H634 [12JA]

ENDOMETRIOSIS AWARENESS MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, H2379 [4MR]

ENERGY see Power Resources; Renewable Energy

ENERGY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

ENERGY BILLS RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

ENERGY CHOICE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

ENERGY CONSERVATION AND PRODUCTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

Reports filed

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

ENERGY POLICY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

ENERGY POLICY AND CONSERVATION ACT

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Letters

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H127 [7JA]

H.R. 4626, Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

ENGINEERING related term(s) Mathematics

Amendments

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Remarks in House

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Texts of

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

ENGLAND see United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

ENGLESTON, STARET J.

Bills and resolutions

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

ENHANCED CYBERSECURITY FOR SNAP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE]

ENHANCED IRAN SANCTIONS ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 1422, provisions, H2500 [16MR]

ENHANCING ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEWS FOR BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2353 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5419), H2352, H2353 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 5419, provisions, H2352 [3MR]

ENHANCING BANK RESOLUTION PARTICIPATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6555) (H. Rept. 119–534), H2326 [25FE]

ENHANCING DETECTION OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4307, provisions, H2363 [3MR]

ENHANCING FINANCIAL STABILITY RESEARCH AND OVERSIGHT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

ENHANCING SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

ENSURING ACCESS TO GENERAL SURGERY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

ENSURING ACCESS TO MEDICAID BUY-IN PROGRAMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

ENSURING ACCURATE AND COMPLETE ABORTION DATA REPORTING ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

ENSURING CONSISTENCY IN NUTRITION LABELS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

ENSURING FULL PARTICIPATION IN THE CENSUS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

ENSURING OB-GYN CARE IN PRISONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

ENSURING WORKERS GET PAID ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

ENTZ, LEWIS H.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H696 [13JA]

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Air pollution: clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

——— exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Clean Air Act: exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (see H.R. 7554), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Government regulations: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

——— exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

Hazardous substances: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

Information technology: require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

National security: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

Ohio River Basin Restoration Program: establish (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Public works: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

Recycling: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Water: reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Water pollution: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Beaches: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

Columbia River Basin Restoration Program: reauthorize, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Government regulations: proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

Great Lakes Restoration Initiative: reauthorize, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Hazardous substances: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

Long Island Sound programs: reauthorize, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

National Estuary Program: reauthorize, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Power resources: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

Water pollution: reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S770 [4MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72–S74 [7JA]

——— reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

——— repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA]

Reports filed

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6422, American Water Stewardship Act, H2662 [24MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

EPPERSON, WILLIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H725 [14JA]

EPPS, WILLIAM S.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E118 [9FE]

EPSTEIN, JEFFREY

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Crime: establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

Foreign countries: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

Russia: investigate reports and records of associations, S873–S877 [5MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Reports filed

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

EPSTEIN FILES TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

EQUAL TAX ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

EQUALIZED PRODUCTIONS, LLC

Remarks in House

Arvada, CO: Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award recipient, E183 [4MR]

EQUATORIAL GUINEA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

EQUITABLE ACCESS TO SCHOOL FACILITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

ERNEST PELTZ ACCRUED VETERANS BENEFITS ACT see Accrued Veterans Benefits Act

ERNST, JONI (a Senator from Iowa)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S845 [4MR], S918 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S292 [27JA]

Afghanistan: require strategy to oppose financial or material support by foreign countries and nongovernmental organizations to Taliban (see S. 226), S651 [24FE]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S258 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S652 [24FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S379 [29JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Immigration: authorize lawful permanent resident status for certain college graduates who entered U.S. as children (see S. 2886), S471 [3FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S682 [25FE]

——— exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see S. 1335), S490 [4FE]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S579 [11FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: provide for auditable financial statements (see S. 3902), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: combat fraud in federally funded child care programs (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

FCC: terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit spending in last two months of fiscal year to no more than average spent per month during preceding months of fiscal year (see S. 4059), S1009 [11MR]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

GSA: provide for temporary adjustment to prospectus thresholds for certain projects (see S. 3789), S509 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Remarks

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288• [27JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S780 [4MR]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S766 [3MR]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Centerville Produce, LLC: tribute, S47• [6JA]

Dayton Meat Products, Inc.: tribute, S643• [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S780 [4MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S780 [4MR]

Harlan, IA: tribute to Sunset Scoops (business), S798• [4MR]

Iowa City, IA: tribute to Hands Jewelers (business), S1611• [25MR]

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88• [7JA]

Lakeside, IA: tribute to Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center, S440• [2FE]

Laurens, IA: tribute to Heart N’ Home (business), S644• [24FE]

Le Mars, IA: tribute to Sugar N Spice (business), Lily Zita (business), and Mescher’s Clothing (business), S550• [10FE]

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288• [27JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S284 [27JA]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751, S752 [3MR]

Senate: legislative program, S767 [3MR]

Sigourney, IA: tribute to Grant Ranch Grub & Pub (business), S956• [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S780 [4MR]

Waverly, IA: tribute to Z’s Pizza & Diner, S289• [27JA]

Webster City, IA: tribute to Boone River Financial (business), S1203• [18MR]

Tributes

Coady, Declan J., S1006 [11MR]

Marzan, Robert M., S1006 [11MR]

Mingus, James J., S501, S507 [5FE]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R., S1006 [11MR]

*ERR*DISA

Bills and resolutions

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

ESCALANTE, ALFRED

Remarks in House

Tribute, E248 [20MR]

ESCOBAR, VERONICA (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1173 [21JA]

——— reduce qualifying time for spouse of active duty member to take leave (see H.R. 4351), H2097 [9FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (see H.R. 7710), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Peacebuilding: establish (see H.R. 1111), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to facilitate installation on bridges of suicide prevention nets and barriers (see H.R. 3505), H135 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2677 [24MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H949 [20JA]

Health care professionals: address behavioral health workforce shortages through support for peer support specialists (see H.R. 2741), H13 [6JA]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H949 [20JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2229 [17FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: improve and enhance work opportunity tax credit to encourage longer-service employment and make it more effective as hiring incentive for targeted workers (see H.R. 6231), H2677 [24MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2236 [20FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (H.R. 7823), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1315 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1315 [22JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1315 [22JA]

Tributes

Spector, Carlos, E188• [4MR]

ESKIMOS see Native Americans

ESPAILLAT, ADRIANO (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

BLM: designate certain portions of Colorado Plateau red rock canyons and Basin and Range Deserts in Utah as wilderness (see H.R. 2467), H2473 [5MR]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H1352 [22JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H1916 [27JA]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1352 [22JA]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to persons suffering discrimination due to sexual orientation or gender identity (see H.R. 3696), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1916 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2098 [9FE]

——— require certain covered agency heads to enter memorandum of understanding and submit report relative to certain housing policy issues (see H.R. 5387), H1950 [2FE]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H656 [12JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H949 [20JA]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1977 [3FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2370 [3MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2298 [24FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2098 [9FE]

Supreme Court: establish term limits and process by which appointments for justices occur at regular time intervals (see H.R. 3544), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H1949 [2FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2017, H2020 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2017, H2020 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2016, H2020 [4FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H142 [8JA]

ESPARZA, RUBEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E134 [12FE]

ESPERANZA, RICHELLE M. CALVO

Remarks in House

Tribute, E256 [24MR]

ESPIONAGE related term(s) Crime

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Technology: require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

ESPIONAGE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

ESPOSITO, JOHN (SPO)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H141 [8JA]

ESQUIVEL, JESSICA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2680 [25MR]

ESSENTIAL MINERALS ASSOCIATION

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1996 [4FE]

ESTES, RON (a Representative from Kansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2259 [23FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2235 [20FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1352 [22JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2677 [24MR]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (H.R. 7520), H2220 [12FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (H.R. 7096), H920 [15JA]

Remarks

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H635 [12JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2256 [23FE]

ESTHERVILLE, IA

Remarks in Senate

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

ESTONIA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Independence: anniversary, S657 [25FE]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

ESTRELLA, ALEXANDRA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2594 [18MR]

ESWINE, BILL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1990 [4FE]

ETHICS see Morality and Ethics; Political Ethics

ETHNIC GROUPS related term(s) Minorities

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

India: anniversary of Saka Nakodar massacre, H2175 [11FE]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

Spokane, WA; tribute to Lunar New Year celebration, H2268 [24FE]

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37 [13JA]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Vietnamese New Year: observance, H2204 [12FE]

Virgin Islands: anniversary of Crucian-Rican Tramp and Big Breakfast, H148 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

EUGENE, OR

Remarks in House

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1940 [2FE]

University of Oregon: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

EULESS, TX

Remarks in House

Arbor Creek Elementary School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215 [16MR]

Delgado, John: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54 [20JA]

EUROPE

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Foreign policy: limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Freedom of speech: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

——— security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

S. Res. 661, Greece independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

EUROPEAN BANK FOR RECONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT

Remarks in House

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

EVANS, DWIGHT (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Bankruptcy: provide more equitable discharge standard for student loan borrowers (see H.R. 4444), H925 [16JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: end use of solitary confinement and other forms of restrictive housing (see H.R. 4682), H2422 [4MR]

——— ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: codify Federal cause of action and remedy available for individuals exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and encourage research and accountability for irresponsible discharge (see H.R. 6626), H1923 [30JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— restore access to curricula, books, and other learning materials at schools operated by Dept. of Defense Education Activity (see H.R. 5527), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H925 [16JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Education: express that paraprofessionals and education support staff in schools and universities should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions (see H. Res. 297), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: codify Executive order relative to revitalizing national commitment to environmental justice for all (see H.R. 576), H719 [13JA]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2120 [10FE]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide that civilian service as temporary employee after certain date may be creditable service under Federal Employees Retirement System (see H.R. 1522), H2297 [24FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H136 [7JA]

IRS: clarify that all Internal Revenue Code provisions shall apply to legally married same-sex couples in same manner as other married couples (see H.R. 4157), H2236 [20FE]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H13 [6JA]

——— require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H13 [6JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

LGBTQI+: repeal certain Executive orders targeting LGBTQI+ individuals (see H.R. 3708), H2677 [24MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

Newark, NJ: honor memory of victims of 1967 riots and acknowledge enduring impact on Newark community (see H. Res. 578), H719 [13JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1352 [22JA]

Office of Science and Technology Policy: develop consistent set of policy guidelines for Federal research agencies to address financial instability of graduate and postdoctoral researchers (see H.R. 3054), H2188 [11FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1977 [3FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 6926), H13 [6JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Schools: require elementary schools and secondary schools that receive Federal funds to obtain parental consent before facilitating child’s gender transition in any form, cosponsorship withdrawn (see H.R. 5116), H1122 [20JA]

Social Security: exclude certain funds received from income for purposes of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 4967), H949 [20JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (H.R. 7532), H2220 [12FE]

EVANS, GABE (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2221 [12FE]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Regional School Safety Development Centers to provide consultation for schools to develop or improve school safety plan based on evidence-based best practices (see H.R. 2577), H1949 [2FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see H.R. 6392), H921 [15JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H2370 [3MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2097 [9FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1916 [27JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1916 [27JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

NIH: prohibit support for activity or program that uses live animals in research outside U.S. (see H.R. 1085), H2119 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Schools: require elementary schools and secondary schools that receive Federal funds to obtain parental consent before facilitating child’s gender transition in any form (see H.R. 5116), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2421 [4MR]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H1916 [27JA]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for reorganization and realignment of Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach Office (see H.R. 7574), H2224 [13FE]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (see H.R. 6943), H11 [6JA]

Drugs: prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (see H.R. 8005), H2620 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for reorganization and realignment of Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach Office (H.R. 7574), H2225 [13FE]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (H.R. 7764), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (H.R. 6943), H12 [6JA]

Drugs: prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (H.R. 8005), H2622 [19MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2121 [11FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H600 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2412 [4MR]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

EVANS, REBECCA DELGADILLO

Remarks in House

Tribute, E159 [24FE]

EVANSTON, WY

Lists

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

EVENS, CHUNDRA L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E140 [17FE]

EVENT CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

EVERGREEN COMMUNITY SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

EVERY STUDENT IS A CITIZEN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

EWERS, DAVE

Remarks in House

Jackson Township, OH: EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS

Transmittals

Administrative Conference of the U.S., S1089 (EC2991) [17MR]

Administrative Conferencee of the U.S., H2709 (EC3140) [25MR]

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, S576 (EC2758) [11FE], S801 (EC2895, EC2897) [4MR], H2257 (EC2925) [23FE], H2674 (EC3128, EC3129) [24MR]

Amtrak, S679 (EC2795) [25FE]

Architect of the Capitol, H2331 (EC2956) [26FE]

ATF, S551 (EC2733) [10FE], H2480 (EC2991) [12MR]

BLM, S114 (EC2420) [8JA], S1613 (EC3081, EC3082) [25MR], H11 (EC2569) [6JA]

Bureau of the Census, S679 (EC2797, EC2798), S680 (EC2799, EC2804, EC2805, EC2806, EC2807) [25FE], H2331 (EC2956) [26FE], H2480 (EC2986, EC2987) [12MR], H2595 (EC3039, EC3040) [18MR], H2709 (EC3136) [25MR]

CDC, S48 (EC2362) [6JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, S469 (EC2674) [3FE], S1613 (EC3070) [25MR], H1973 (EC2777) [3FE]

CFTC, S219 (EC2477) [14JA], S289 (EC2519) [27JA], H132 (EC2574, EC2575) [7JA]

Coast Guard, S219 (EC2483, EC2484) [14JA], S340 (EC2547, EC2548, EC2549, EC2550, EC2551, EC2552, EC2553, EC2554, EC2555) [28JA], H614 (EC2618, EC2619, EC2620, EC2621, EC2622, EC2623, EC2624, EC2625), H615 (EC2626, EC2627, EC2628) [9JA]

Commission on Civil Rights, S488 (EC2684) [4FE]

Comptroller of the Currency, S48 (EC2369, EC2375) [6JA], S343 (EC2623) [28JA], S1089 (EC2985, EC2986, EC2987) [17MR], H1947 (EC2774) [2FE], H2619 (EC3054, EC3055, EC3056) [19MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, S48 (EC2376, EC2377, EC2378), S49 (EC2379, EC2380, EC2392, EC2393, EC2394, EC2395, EC2404) [6JA], S219 (EC2466, EC2467) [14JA], H11 (EC2562) [6JA], H250 (EC2603, EC2604) [8JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service, S801 (EC2902) [4MR], H2331 (EC2956) [26FE]

Corps of Engineers, S419 (EC2644) [30JA], H947 (EC2720) [20JA]

CPSC, S508 (EC2714), S509 (EC2715, EC2716) [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture, S129 (EC2437) [12JA], S289 (EC2523), S290 (EC2524, EC2525) [27JA], S469 (EC2677, EC2678) [3FE], S533 (EC2723) [9FE], S551 (EC2745, EC2746) [10FE], S957 (EC2924, EC2925, EC2930), S958 (EC2931) [10MR], S1204 (EC3012, EC3020, EC3021, EC3022) [18MR], S1366 (EC3038) [19MR], H654 (EC2629, EC2631) [12JA], H2040 (EC2826) [5FE], H2325 (EC2949) [25FE], H2479 (EC2972, EC2973, EC2974) [12MR], H2594 (EC3032) [18MR], H2619 (EC3052) [19MR], H2625 (EC3072) [20MR], H2673 (EC3105, EC3109, EC3118, EC3119) [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce, S343 (EC2631) [28JA], S650 (EC2779, EC2784) [24FE], S730 (EC2846, EC2847, EC2852, EC2853, EC2854, EC2855, EC2856, EC2857) [2MR], S1204 (EC3011) [18MR], H1973 (EC2780) [3FE], H2232 (EC2909, EC2910, EC2911) [20FE], H2325 (EC2940) [25FE], H2529 (EC3011) [16MR], H2595 (EC3044) [18MR], H2709 (EC3137) [25MR]

Dept. of Defense, S48 (EC2358) [6JA], S219 (EC2468) [14JA], S340 (EC2546) [28JA], S469 (EC2681) [3FE], H716 (EC2638) [13JA], H946 (EC2704) [20JA], H2040 (EC2827) [5FE], H2673 (EC3106) [24MR]

Dept. of Education, S576 (EC2757) [11FE], S801 (EC2901) [4MR], S880 (EC2909) [5MR], S1007 (EC2946) [11MR], H2619 (EC3057) [19MR]

Dept. of Energy, S255 (EC2497, EC2498, EC2499, EC2508, EC2512, EC2513), S256 (EC2514, EC2515, EC2516, EC2517, EC2518) [15JA], S342 (EC2606, EC2607, EC2608, EC2609), S343 (EC2610, EC2611, EC2612, EC2613, EC2614, EC2615, EC2616, EC2617) [28JA], S880 (EC2917, EC2918) [5MR], H917 (EC2674, EC2675, EC2676, EC2677, EC2678, EC2679, EC2680, EC2681, EC2682, EC2683, EC2684, EC2685, EC2686, EC2687, EC2688, EC2689, EC2690, EC2691), H918 (EC2692, EC2693, EC2694, EC2695, EC2696, EC2700) [15JA], H2479 (EC2978), H2480 (EC2979) [12MR]

Dept. of HHS, S48 (EC2361), S49 (EC2390, EC2402, EC2403) [6JA], S129 (EC2438, EC2439) [12JA], S219 (EC2478) [14JA], S255 (EC2509) [15JA], S290 (EC2526) [27JA], S343 (EC2620, EC2621, EC2626) [28JA], S469 (EC2680) [3FE], S533 (EC2720, EC2721) [9FE], S551 (EC2735) [10FE], S576 (EC2763, EC2764) [11FE], S650 (EC2788, EC2789) [24FE], S680 (EC2817) [25FE], S801 (EC2900) [4MR], S1089 (EC2988, EC2989, EC2992, EC2995, EC2996) [17MR], S1204 (EC3005, EC3006), S1205 (EC3023) [18MR], S1366 (EC3034) [19MR], H654 (EC2636) [12JA], H716 (EC2641) [13JA], H946 (EC2713), H947 (EC2729, EC2730) [20JA], H1170 (EC2735, EC2736, EC2750) [21JA], H1947 (EC2776) [2FE], H2232 (EC2919, EC2920) [20FE], H2325 (EC2939, EC2941) [25FE], H2595 (EC3038) [18MR], H2673 (EC3110, EC3111, EC3120), H2674 (EC3131, EC3132, EC3133) [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security, S89 (EC2415, EC2417) [7JA], S255 (EC2503, EC2507) [15JA], S343 (EC2618, EC2628) [28JA], S418 (EC2635) [30JA], S441 (EC2662, EC2663, EC2664, EC2665) [2FE], S551 (EC2732, EC2737) [10FE], S576 (EC2759) [11FE], S679 (EC2796) [25FE], S1204 (EC3015) [18MR], S1613 (EC3078) [25MR], H11 (EC2572) [6JA], H654 (EC2632, EC2637) [12JA], H891 (EC2658) [14JA], H918 (EC2701, EC2702, EC2703) [15JA], H1170 (EC2747) [21JA], H1911 (EC2754) [23JA], H2028 (EC2818) [4FE], H2040 (EC2828) [5FE], H2232 (EC2918) [20FE], H2325 (EC2951) [25FE], H2674 (EC3130) [24MR]

Dept. of HUD, S219 (EC2464) [14JA], S680 (EC2802) [25FE], S801 (EC2890, EC2891, EC2892) [4MR], S1089 (EC2983, EC2984) [17MR], S1204 (EC3016) [18MR], H716 (EC2650) [13JA], H2479 (EC2975) [12MR], H2594 (EC3033) [18MR], H2625 (EC3073) [20MR], H2673 (EC3121) [24MR]

Dept. of Interior, H2480 (EC2989) [12MR]

Dept. of Justice, S89 (EC2414) [7JA], S343 (EC2619) [28JA], S762 (EC2871) [3MR], S801 (EC2896) [4MR], S958 (EC2933) [10MR], H11 (EC2570) [6JA], H947 (EC2718) [20JA], H2325 (EC2950) [25FE], H2331 (EC2956) [26FE], H2549 (EC3023) [17MR], H2595 (EC3045, EC3046) [18MR]

Dept. of Labor, S255 (EC2494, EC2510) [15JA], S343 (EC2622) [28JA], S469 (EC2675, EC2679) [3FE], S680 (EC2801) [25FE], H947 (EC2719) [20JA], H1919 (EC2760) [30JA], H2028 (EC2818) [4FE], H2331 (EC2956) [26FE]

Dept. of State, S48 (EC2352, EC2353) [6JA], S129 (EC2450, EC2451) [12JA], S254 (EC2486, EC2487), S255 (EC2488, EC2489) [15JA], S339 (EC2537), S340 (EC2538, EC2539, EC2540, EC2541, EC2542, EC2543, EC2544, EC2545) [28JA], S441 (EC2650, EC2651, EC2653, EC2654, EC2655) [2FE], S533 (EC2718) [9FE], S551 (EC2729, EC2730) [10FE], S800 (EC2885, EC2886) [4MR], S880 (EC2906, EC2907, EC2908) [5MR], S1045 (EC2969, EC2970, EC2971, EC2972, EC2973, EC2974, EC2975, EC2976, EC2977, EC2978, EC2979), S1046 (EC2980, EC2981) [12MR], S1204 (EC3003, EC3004) [18MR], S1366 (EC3026, EC3027, EC3028, EC3029, EC3030, EC3031, EC3032, EC3033) [19MR], H132 (EC2578, EC2579, EC2580, EC2581, EC2582, EC2583, EC2584, EC2585, EC2586) [7JA], H251 (EC2617) [8JA], H946 (EC2707, EC2710) [20JA], H1170 (EC2748) [21JA], H1973 (EC2779), H1974 (EC2781, EC2782, EC2783) [3FE], H2028 (EC2810, EC2811, EC2812) [4FE], H2039 (EC2825) [5FE], H2093 (EC2838, EC2839) [9FE], H2117 (EC2845, EC2846, EC2847, EC2848, EC2849) [10FE], H2184 (EC2864) [11FE], H2232 (EC2912) [20FE], H2295 (EC2926, EC2927, EC2928) [24FE], H2325 (EC2948) [25FE], H2549 (EC3019, EC3020, EC3021, EC3022) [17MR], H2625 (EC3074, EC3075, EC3076), H2626 (EC3077, EC3078, EC3079, EC3080, EC3081, EC3082, EC3083, EC3084, EC3085, EC3086) [20MR], H2673 (EC3115, EC3116, EC3117) [24MR]

Dept. of the Interior, S129 (EC2446, EC2447, EC2448, EC2449), S130 (EC2452, EC2453, EC2454, EC2455, EC2456, EC2457, EC2458) [12JA], S218 (EC2459, EC2460), S219 (EC2461) [14JA], S343 (EC2627) [28JA], S418 (EC2638) [30JA], S680 (EC2819) [25FE], S880 (EC2919, EC2920, EC2921, EC2922) [5MR], S1006 (EC2939) [11MR], H133 (EC2588, EC2590, EC2591, EC2592, EC2593, EC2594, EC2595, EC2596, EC2597, EC2598, EC2599, EC2600, EC2601, EC2602) [7JA], H1947 (EC2775) [2FE], H2232 (EC2915, EC2916) [20FE], H2529 (EC3010) [16MR], H2595 (EC3041, EC3042, EC3043) [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury, S48 (EC2354, EC2355, EC2356, EC2357), S49 (EC2391) [6JA], S114 (EC2419) [8JA], S255 (EC2490, EC2491, EC2495, EC2496) [15JA], S339 (EC2534) [28JA], S441 (EC2647, EC2648, EC2649, EC2652) [2FE], S650 (EC2778, EC2780, EC2781, EC2782, EC2786) [24FE], S679 (EC2791) [25FE], S1089 (EC2982) [17MR], S1613 (EC3073) [25MR], H11 (EC2565) [6JA], H946 (EC2708, EC2709, EC2714) [20JA], H1911 (EC2753) [23JA], H2039 (EC2822, EC2823, EC2824) [5FE], H2093 (EC2837) [9FE], H2232 (EC2906) [20FE], H2619 (EC3058, EC3059) [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation, S129 (EC2440) [12JA], S340 (EC2556, EC2557) [28JA], S441 (EC2668, EC2669) [2FE], S488 (EC2682) [4FE], S509 (EC2717) [5FE], S533 (EC2726, EC2727) [9FE], S729 (EC2845), S730 (EC2850, EC2851) [2MR], S800 (EC2872, EC2873, EC2874, EC2875, EC2877, EC2878, EC2879, EC2880, EC2881, EC2882, EC2883, EC2884) [4MR], S1366 (EC3039, EC3040) [19MR], S1543 (EC3043) [23MR], H947 (EC2721) [20JA], H1170 (EC2741) [21JA], H1975 (EC2805) [3FE], H2040 (EC2829, EC2830, EC2831) [5FE], H2184 (EC2865, EC2866, EC2867, EC2868, EC2869, EC2870) [11FE], H2216 (EC2875) [12FE], H2295 (EC2929, EC2930, EC2931, EC2932, EC2933, EC2934, EC2935, EC2936, EC2937) [24FE], H2325 (EC2952, EC2953, EC2954, EC2955) [25FE], H2481 (EC3005, EC3007) [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs, S255 (EC2500, EC2501, EC2502) [15JA], S551 (EC2739, EC2740, EC2741, EC2742, EC2747) [10FE], S650 (EC2787) [24FE], H947 (EC2722, EC2723, EC2724) [20JA], H2117 (EC2850, EC2853, EC2854, EC2855) [10FE], H2184 (EC2872) [11FE], H2295 (EC2938) [24FE]

District of Columbia, S48 (EC2363, EC2370, EC2371, EC2372, EC2373, EC2374), S49 (EC2398) [6JA], S89 (EC2405, EC2408, EC2409, EC2410, EC2411, EC2412) [7JA], S219 (EC2473) [14JA], S343 (EC2625, EC2630) [28JA], S418 (EC2632, EC2633, EC2634) [30JA], S551 (EC2748, EC2750, EC2752, EC2753), S552 (EC2754, EC2755, EC2756) [10FE], S801 (EC2903) [4MR], S1006 (EC2940, EC2941, EC2942), S1007 (EC2943, EC2944, EC2945, EC2947) [11MR], S1543 (EC3041) [23MR], H654 (EC2630) [12JA], H716 (EC2649) [13JA], H946 (EC2711, EC2712) [20JA], H1170 (EC2731, EC2732, EC2733, EC2734) [21JA], H2028 (EC2813, EC2814) [4FE], H2093 (EC2840, EC2841, EC2842, EC2843, EC2844) [9FE], H2257 (EC2921) [23FE], H2368 (EC2964) [3MR], H2469 (EC2965, EC2966, EC2967, EC2968, EC2969, EC2970, EC2971) [5MR]

EPA, S114 (EC2421, EC2422, EC2423, EC2424, EC2425, EC2426, EC2427, EC2428, EC2429, EC2430, EC2431, EC2432, EC2433) [8JA], S129 (EC2434, EC2435, EC2436) [12JA], S289 (EC2520, EC2521, EC2522), S290 (EC2527, EC2528, EC2529, EC2530) [27JA], S339 (EC2531, EC2532, EC2533) [28JA], S418 (EC2639, EC2640, EC2641, EC2642) [30JA], S576 (EC2761, EC2762) [11FE], S608 (EC2765, EC2766, EC2767, EC2768, EC2769, EC2770, EC2771, EC2772, EC2773, EC2774) [12FE], S680 (EC2803, EC2808, EC2809, EC2810, EC2811, EC2812, EC2813, EC2814, EC2815, EC2816, EC2820, EC2821) [25FE], S880 (EC2905, EC2911, EC2912, EC2913, EC2914, EC2915, EC2916) [5MR], S957 (EC2926, EC2927, EC2928) [10MR], S1204 (EC3007, EC3008, EC3017), S1205 (EC3024, EC3025) [18MR], S1366 (EC3037) [19MR], H11 (EC2563, EC2564, EC2573) [6JA], H250 (EC2608, EC2609, EC2610), H251 (EC2611, EC2612, EC2613, EC2614) [8JA], H716 (EC2642, EC2643, EC2644, EC2645, EC2646, EC2647, EC2648) [13JA], H918 (EC2697, EC2698, EC2699) [15JA], H1913 (EC2755, EC2756, EC2757, EC2758) [27JA], H1919 (EC2759, EC2761, EC2762, EC2763, EC2764), H1920 (EC2765, EC2769) [30JA], H2184 (EC2859, EC2860, EC2861, EC2862, EC2863) [11FE], H2231 (EC2898, EC2899, EC2900, EC2901), H2232 (EC2902, EC2903) [20FE], H2325 (EC2942, EC2943, EC2944, EC2945, EC2946, EC2947) [25FE], H2480 (EC2980, EC2981, EC2982) [12MR], H2549 (EC3012, EC3013, EC3014, EC3015, EC3016, EC3017, EC3018) [17MR], H2673 (EC3112, EC3113, EC3114) [24MR], H2709 (EC3138) [25MR]

Executive Office of the President, S16 (EC2351) [5JA], S339 (EC2535, EC2536) [28JA], S625 (EC2775, EC2776, EC2777) [23FE], S650 (EC2785) [24FE], S730 (EC2848) [2MR], S915 (EC2923) [9MR], H11 (EC2566) [6JA], H1348 (EC2751, EC2752) [22JA], H2227 (EC2895, EC2896) [17FE], H2232 (EC2907, EC2908) [20FE], H2368 (EC2963) [3MR], H2480 (EC2985) [12MR]

Eximbank, S48 (EC2359, EC2360) [6JA], S114 (EC2418) [8JA], S343 (EC2624) [28JA], S1006 (EC2935) [11MR], H654 (EC2633) [12JA], H716 (EC2639, EC2640) [13JA], H946 (EC2705) [20JA], H2673 (EC3107) [24MR]

FAA, S129 (EC2443, EC2444, EC2445) [12JA], S340 (EC2558, EC2559, EC2560, EC2561, EC2562, EC2563), S341 (EC2564, EC2565, EC2566, EC2567, EC2568, EC2569, EC2570, EC2571, EC2572, EC2573, EC2574, EC2575, EC2576, EC2577, EC2578, EC2579, EC2580, EC2581, EC2582, EC2583, EC2584, EC2585, EC2586), S342 (EC2587, EC2588, EC2590, EC2591, EC2592, EC2593, EC2594, EC2595, EC2596, EC2597, EC2598, EC2599, EC2600, EC2601, EC2602, EC2603, EC2604, EC2605) [28JA], S441 (EC2666, EC2667) [2FE], S488 (EC2686), S489 (EC2687, EC2688, EC2689, EC2690) [4FE], S508 (EC2691, EC2692, EC2693, EC2694, EC2695, EC2697, EC2698, EC2699, EC2700, EC2701, EC2702, EC2703, EC2704, EC2705, EC2706, EC2707, EC2708, EC2709, EC2710, EC2711, EC2712) [5FE], S704 (EC2822, EC2823, EC2825, EC2826, EC2827, EC2828, EC2829, EC2830, EC2833, EC2834, EC2835, EC2836, EC2837, EC2838, EC2839, EC2840, EC2841), S705 (EC2842, EC2843, EC2844) [26FE], S761 (EC2860, EC2861, EC2862), S762 (EC2863, EC2864, EC2865, EC2866, EC2867, EC2868, EC2869, EC2870) [3MR], S800 (EC2876) [4MR], S1007 (EC2953, EC2954, EC2955, EC2956, EC2957, EC2958, EC2959, EC2960, EC2961, EC2962, EC2963, EC2964, EC2965, EC2966, EC2967), S1008 (EC2968) [11MR], S1543 (EC3044, EC3045, EC3046, EC3047, EC3048, EC3049, EC3050, EC3051, EC3052, EC3053, EC3054, EC3055), S1544 (EC3056, EC3057, EC3058, EC3059, EC3060, EC3061, EC3062, EC3063, EC3064, EC3065, EC3066, EC3067, EC3068, EC3069) [23MR], H716 (EC2655, EC2656, EC2657) [13JA], H891 (EC2659, EC2660, EC2661, EC2662, EC2663, EC2664, EC2665, EC2666, EC2667, EC2668, EC2669, EC2670, EC2671, EC2672, EC2673) [14JA], H1920 (EC2766, EC2767, EC2768, EC2770, EC2771, EC2772, EC2773) [30JA], H1974 (EC2786, EC2787, EC2788, EC2789, EC2790, EC2791, EC2792, EC2793, EC2794, EC2795, EC2796, EC2797, EC2798, EC2799, EC2800, EC2801, EC2802, EC2803), H1975 (EC2804) [3FE], H2028 (EC2819) [4FE], H2216 (EC2876, EC2877, EC2878, EC2879, EC2880, EC2881, EC2882, EC2883, EC2884), H2217 (EC2885, EC2886, EC2887, EC2888, EC2889, EC2890, EC2891, EC2892) [12FE], H2224 (EC2893, EC2894) [13FE], H2480 (EC2992, EC2993, EC2994, EC2995, EC2996, EC2997, EC2998, EC2999, EC3000), H2481 (EC3001, EC3002, EC3003, EC3004, EC3006) [12MR], H2549 (EC3024, EC3025, EC3026), H2550 (EC3027, EC3028, EC3029, EC3030, EC3031) [17MR], H2595 (EC3047, EC3048, EC3049, EC3050, EC3051) [18MR], H2619 (EC3061, EC3062, EC3063, EC3064, EC3065), H2620 (EC3066, EC3067, EC3068) [19MR], H2626 (EC3087, EC3088, EC3089, EC3090, EC3091, EC3092, EC3093, EC3094, EC3095, EC3096, EC3097, EC3098, EC3099, EC3100, EC3101, EC3102, EC3103), H2627 (EC3104) [20MR]

Farm Credit Administration, S551 (EC2743) [10FE], S761 (EC2858) [3MR], S1089 (EC2998) [17MR], H2184 (EC2873) [11FE], H2331 (EC2956) [26FE]

Farm Credit System Insurance Corp., S680 (EC2800) [25FE], S958 (EC2932) [10MR], S1089 (EC2997) [17MR], H2257 (EC2922) [23FE], H2673 (EC3122) [24MR]

FCC, S129 (EC2441, EC2442) [12JA], S219 (EC2480, EC2481, EC2482, EC2485) [14JA], S342 (EC2589) [28JA], S679 (EC2790) [25FE], S704 (EC2824) [26FE], S761 (EC2859) [3MR], S1007 (EC2950, EC2952) [11MR], H250 (EC2606, EC2607), H251 (EC2615, EC2616) [8JA], H946 (EC2706) [20JA], H2117 (EC2856) [10FE], H2232 (EC2904, EC2905) [20FE], H2480 (EC2983, EC2984) [12MR], H2594 (EC3037) [18MR]

FDA, S801 (EC2898, EC2899) [4MR], S958 (EC2934) [10MR], H2594 (EC3034, EC3035, EC3036) [18MR]

FDIC, S219 (EC2463, EC2465) [14JA], S801 (EC2893, EC2894) [4MR], H132 (EC2576, EC2577) [7JA], H2479 (EC2976) [12MR], H2619 (EC3053) [19MR]

FEC, S48 (EC2364), S49 (EC2389, EC2401) [6JA], H716 (EC2651) [13JA]

Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council, S1613 (EC3077) [25MR]

Federal Housing Finance Agency, S219 (EC2462) [14JA], S551 (EC2734) [10FE], S1204 (EC3019) [18MR], H2216 (EC2874) [12FE], H2673 (EC3108) [24MR]

Federal Maritime Commission, S219 (EC2472) [14JA], S255 (EC2511) [15JA], S551 (EC2749) [10FE], S679 (EC2793) [25FE], H716 (EC2652) [13JA], H946 (EC2715) [20JA], H2257 (EC2923) [23FE]

Federal Railroad Administration, S488 (EC2685) [4FE]

Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, S255 (EC2505) [15JA], S418 (EC2636) [30JA], H1170 (EC2737) [21JA]

FERC, S533 (EC2722) [9FE], H2028 (EC2809) [4FE]

Forest Service, S957 (EC2929) [10MR], H2709 (EC3139) [25MR]

FRS, S48 (EC2366), S49 (EC2381, EC2382) [6JA], S533 (EC2724) [9FE], S576 (EC2760) [11FE], H2028 (EC2807) [4FE], H2231 (EC2897) [20FE]

FTC, S533 (EC2719) [9FE], S551 (EC2731) [10FE], S1007 (EC2948, EC2949, EC2951) [11MR], H946 (EC2716) [20JA], H2117 (EC2852) [10FE], H2709 (EC3141) [25MR]

GAO, S1543 (EC3042) [23MR]

GSA, S49 (EC2399) [6JA], S89 (EC2413) [7JA], S679 (EC2794) [25FE], S1613 (EC3074, EC3075, EC3076) [25MR], H11 (EC2567) [6JA], H2257 (EC2924) [23FE]

House of Representatives, H11 (EC2568) [6JA], H133 (EC2587) [7JA], H2331 (EC2956) [26FE]

Inter-American Foundation, S551 (EC2751) [10FE]

IRS, S49 (EC2383, EC2384, EC2385, EC2386, EC2387, EC2388) [6JA], S219 (EC2469, EC2470, EC2471, EC2476) [14JA], S441 (EC2656, EC2657, EC2658, EC2659, EC2660, EC2661) [2FE], S551 (EC2736, EC2738) [10FE], S880 (EC2904) [5MR], S1006 (EC2937, EC2938) [11MR], S1089 (EC2994) [17MR], S1613 (EC3080) [25MR], H947 (EC2725, EC2726, EC2727, EC2728) [20JA], H1170 (EC2742, EC2743, EC2744, EC2745, EC2746) [21JA], H1975 (EC2806) [3FE], H2117 (EC2857, EC2858) [10FE], H2481 (EC3008) [12MR], H2620 (EC3069, EC3070, EC3071) [19MR]

ITC, S48 (EC2368), S49 (EC2396) [6JA]

Judicial Conference of the U.S., S89 (EC2416) [7JA], S880 (EC2910) [5MR], H11 (EC2571) [6JA]

Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission, S1204 (EC3014) [18MR], H2709 (EC3135) [25MR]

Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, S1204 (EC3002) [18MR], H2674 (EC3134) [24MR]

Merit Systems Protection Board, S508 (EC2696) [5FE], S1366 (EC3036) [19MR], H2674 (EC3127) [24MR]

NASA, H2040 (EC2832) [5FE]

National Archives and Records Administration, S679 (EC2792) [25FE], H654 (EC2634) [12JA], H2232 (EC2913) [20FE]

National Gallery of Art, S49 (EC2400) [6JA], H716 (EC2653) [13JA]

National Park Service, S680 (EC2818) [25FE], S1089 (EC3000) [17MR], H2232 (EC2914) [20FE], H2480 (EC2988) [12MR]

National Railroad Retirement Investment Trust, S1613 (EC3071) [25MR]

National Safety Council, H2040 (EC2835) [5FE]

NOAA, S219 (EC2479) [14JA], S441 (EC2670) [2FE], S533 (EC2728) [9FE], S704 (EC2831, EC2832) [26FE], H133 (EC2589) [7JA], H2117 (EC2851) [10FE], H2480 (EC2990) [12MR]

NRC, S533 (EC2725) [9FE], S650 (EC2783) [24FE], S1204 (EC3009) [18MR], H1973 (EC2778) [3FE], H2529 (EC3009) [16MR]

NSF, S219 (EC2474) [14JA]

NTSB, S343 (EC2629) [28JA], S442 (EC2671) [2FE], H1170 (EC2738) [21JA], H1974 (EC2784) [3FE]

Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, S219 (EC2475) [14JA]

Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, S469 (EC2672) [3FE], H2040 (EC2836) [5FE]

Office of Government Ethics, S48 (EC2365) [6JA], S255 (EC2506) [15JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, S255 (EC2492) [15JA], S1089 (EC2993) [17MR], H1170 (EC2749) [21JA]

OPM, S89 (EC2406) [7JA], S488 (EC2683) [4FE], S1366 (EC3035) [19MR], H716 (EC2654) [13JA], H2040 (EC2833) [5FE]

Patent and Trademark Office, S1613 (EC3072) [25MR]

Peace Corps, S551 (EC2744) [10FE], S730 (EC2849) [2MR], H2184 (EC2871) [11FE], H2673 (EC3123) [24MR]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp., S255 (EC2493) [15JA], S469 (EC2675, EC2676, EC2679) [3FE], H250 (EC2605) [8JA], H947 (EC2717) [20JA], H2028 (EC2808) [4FE], H2039 (EC2821), H2040 (EC2834) [5FE]

Postal Service, S48 (EC2367) [6JA], S255 (EC2504) [15JA], H654 (EC2635) [12JA]

Railroad Retirement Board, S1089 (EC2999), S1090 (EC3001) [17MR], S1204 (EC3013) [18MR], H2674 (EC3124, EC3125, EC3126) [24MR]

SBA, S801 (EC2887, EC2888, EC2889) [4MR]

SEC, S1006 (EC2936) [11MR], S1613 (EC3079) [25MR], H2479 (EC2977) [12MR]

SSA, H1170 (EC2739) [21JA]

Surface Transportation Board, S418 (EC2637) [30JA], S508 (EC2713) [5FE], H1974 (EC2785) [3FE], H2028 (EC2817) [4FE]

TVA, S419 (EC2643) [30JA], H2028 (EC2820) [4FE]

U.S. Court of Appeals, S1089 (EC2990) [17MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, S419 (EC2645, EC2646) [30JA], S469 (EC2673) [3FE], S1204 (EC3010, EC3018) [18MR], H1170 (EC2740) [21JA], H2028 (EC2815) [4FE], H2232 (EC2917) [20FE], H2619 (EC3060) [19MR]

U.S. Trade and Development Agency, S49 (EC2397) [6JA], S89 (EC2407) [7JA]

EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS related term(s) Federal Employees

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Courts: permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H615 [9JA]

——— establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide for reorganization and realignment of Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach Office (see H.R. 7574), H2224 [13FE]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: require notification to Congress of certain construction projects using nonstandard designs (see H.R. 7054), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: clarify and expand authority of Assistant Sec. for Management (see H.R. 7683), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs (see H.R. 7950), H2530 [16MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Export Control Reform Act: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (see H.R. 7962), H2550 [17MR]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

——— improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

——— improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— limit spending in last two months of fiscal year to no more than average spent per month during preceding months of fiscal year (see S. 4059), S1009 [11MR]

——— prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

——— require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

——— require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

——— require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

——— establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Technology: prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

——— ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

——— prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

——— prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Government: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H802 [14JA], H1159 [21JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

IRS: funding, H736 [14JA], H2043 [9FE]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, H1939 [2FE]

——— impeachment, H666 [13JA], H1940 [2FE], H1970 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE], H2214 [12FE]

OPM: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S416 [30JA], S594–S596 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Hegseth, Sec. of Defense: assessment of tenure, S976 [11MR]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: assessment of nutrition recommendations, S9540 [10MR]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S247 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE], S1175 [18MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

——— ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Guidance Clarity Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Suspend Counting of House Calendar Days for Purposes of Certain Resolutions of Inquiry Addressed to Heads of Executive Departments: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1131, suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS see Presidential Appointments

EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Amendments

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Foreign policy: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: require congressional approval of major Executive orders and major rules (see H.R. 6971), H134 [7JA]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National Security Strategy: include school security as element (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Lists

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158 [24FE]

Motions

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

Courts: affirm rule of law and legitimacy of judicial review, S223 [14JA]

Tariff: provide for notification to, and review by, Congress relative to imposition of duties (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

EXPANDED TELEHEALTH ACCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

EXPANDING ACCESS TO LENDING OPTIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3616), S161 [13JA]

EXPANDING APPALACHIA’S BROADBAND ACCESS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 2474, provisions, H2647 [24MR]

EXPANDING PUBLIC LANDS OUTDOOR RECREATION EXPERIENCES (EXPLORE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

EXPANDING THE FAST TRACK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF CRIMINAL ALIENS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

EXPEDITING FEDERAL BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT REVIEWS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

EXPLOSIVES related term(s) Firearms

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

EXPORT CONTROL REFORM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Intergovernmental relations: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (see H.R. 7962), H2550 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE U.S.

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

EXPORTS see Foreign Trade

EXTENDING WIC FOR NEW MOMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

EZELL, MIKE (a Representative from Mississippi)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H949 [20JA]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: update dollar amount thresholds for certain currency transaction and suspicious activity reports (see H.R. 1799), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— issue regulations allowing qualified drivers under age 21 who complete vehicle operation and mentor-apprentice training program to move freight across State lines (see H.R. 5563), H2097 [9FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2422 [4MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FCC: prohibit application of private land use restrictions to amateur service communications without reasonable accommodations (see H.R. 1094), H894 [14JA]

FDA: grant destruction authority relative to articles that present significant public health concern (see H.R. 2715), H2330 [25FE]

Financial institutions: exempt transactions relative to cash reward payments by crime stopper organizations from certain currency transaction reports (see H.R. 6029), H2033 [4FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Information technology: hold technology companies accountable for failure to remove child sexual abuse material from their networks and require reports on efforts to keep children safe from online predators (see H.R. 3921), H2097 [9FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2259 [23FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H1923 [30JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2530 [16MR]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2473 [5MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish neighborhood revitalization tax credit (see H.R. 2854), H2236 [20FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (H.R. 6995), H616 [9JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1951 [3FE]

Remarks

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2110 [10FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2514 [16MR]

F.W. WOOLWORTH CO.

Bills and resolutions

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

FACILITATING THE DEPLOYMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE WITH GREATER INTERNET TRANSACTIONS AND LEGACY (FACILITATING DIGITAL) APPLICATIONS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

FACIO, GABRIEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2652 [24MR]

FAFSA VERIFICATION EFFICIENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

FAILING BANK ACQUISITION FAIRNESS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6556) (H. Rept. 119–475), H1948 [2FE]

FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

Texts of

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

FAIR HOUSING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

FAIR HOUSING FOR SURVIVORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

——— require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Income: adjust minimum wage for tipped workers and expand and make permanent qualified tip tax deduction (see H.R. 7577), H2224 [13FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H677–H681 [13JA]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Working Families Flexibility Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act, H677 [13JA]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H685 [13JA]

FAIR LEGAL ACCESS GRANTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

FAIR REPAIR ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

FAIR SENTENCING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Texts of

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

FAIR TRADE LAWS see Foreign Trade

FAIR WAGES FOR HOME CARE WORKERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

FAIR WAGES FOR INCARCERATED WORKERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

FAIRNESS IN FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

Texts of

S. 3895, provisions, S653 [24FE]

FALKNER, JAMES AND WENDY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E225 [17MR]

FALLON, PAT (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2628 [20MR]

——— limit availability of student visas for institutions in sanctuary jurisdictions (see H.R. 3237), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2677 [24MR]

——— prohibit employees, and persons and entities awarded grants or contracts, from censoring free speech of U.S. citizens (see H.R. 3719), H2623 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2598 [18MR]

——— require guidance clarity statements on certain agency documents not issued in accordance with rulemaking process and therefore not legally binding (see H.R. 2409), H1922 [30JA]

Firearms: remove silencers from definition of firearms relative to taxation, registration, and transfer laws (see H.R. 404), H2627 [20MR]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H2677 [24MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

Native Americans: ensure all federally recognized Tribes that are eligible for gaming in U.S. are regulated under Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (see H.R. 3723), H2370 [3MR]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Taiwan: promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2598 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (H.R. 7283), H1922 [30JA]

Tributes

Hicks, Thomas O., E55• [20JA]

Holtz, Louis L., H2430 [5MR]

Melideo, Leda A., E58• [20JA]

Zafar, Kai K., E53• [20JA]

FALSE CLAIMS ACT

Remarks in Senate

Impact, S587 [12FE]

FAMILIES AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS related term(s) Children and Youth

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, H1144 [21JA]

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

——— increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Children and youth: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

——— establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (see H.R. 7293), H1921 [30JA]

——— protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

——— recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— combat fraud in federally funded child care programs (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see S. 3802), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

——— establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

——— maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (see H.R. 7236), H1912 [23JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

——— require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

——— strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

——— update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: deem certain individuals as parents of employees for purposes of determining entitlement to certain family and medical leave (see H.R. 7948), H2530 [16MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

——— provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

——— issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

Government: require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

Information technology: require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

Insurance: expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

IRS: create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see S. 3897), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7718), H2328 [25FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicaid: direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Pensions: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Safety: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

Taxation: allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

——— allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— create American dream accounts for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

——— establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H717 [13JA]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— establish New Child Tax Credit and provide for American Dream Accounts (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

——— expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase standard deduction (see S. 4042), S958 [10MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

——— end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence: Heartbeat International (organization), H1143 [21JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: Representative Frederica S. Wilson, E212 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

American Institute For Foreign Study: anniversary of Au Pair in America program, E248 [20MR]

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR]

California: proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

——— limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Delaware: tribute to paid family and medical leave program enactment, H104 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: decision to terminate Household Food Security reports, H112 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2190, H2206 [12FE]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

Dept. of State: establish national registry of Korean American divided families (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

——— proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

——— make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1930–H1932 [2FE]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

——— legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114, H128, H130 [7JA], H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541, H2548 [17MR], H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR]

Driver family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Fathers M.I.A. (organization): anniversary, E265 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (H.R. 7040), H1162 [21JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144 [20FE]

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Lindsey family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Los Angeles, CA: anniversary of Arroyo Vista Family Health Center, E56 [20JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1175, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269 [25MR]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

——— establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

National objectives: importance of men in families, H2612 [19MR]

New Rochelle, NY: tribute to New Rochelle YMCA, H2608 [19MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H672 [13JA], H727, H803, H804 [14JA], H1991 [4FE], H2046 [9FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

——— express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, E169 [26FE]

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240 [19MR]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

Taxation: establish credit for adult child caregivers, H1970 [3FE]

——— expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

——— expand earned income and child tax credits (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

——— tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2110, H2113 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Women: address Black maternal health disparities, H2560 [18MR]

——— ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Administration for Children and Families: tribute to Home for Every Child initiative, S1525 [23MR]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

——— establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

——— improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention (S. 162), S1525 [23MR]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228, S234 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR], S972 [11MR], S1147 [17MR]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Immigration: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children, S977–S979 [11MR]

——— authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S199 [14JA], S283, S284 [27JA], S307 [28JA]

Montana: tribute to Montana National Guard Military and Family Readiness Group, S339 [28JA]

National Day of Play: designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S102 [8JA], S185, S188 [14JA], S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357, S366 [29JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE], S952 [10MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

——— impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Senate: legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S447 [3FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S714 [26FE]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 658, establish Veterans Health Administration qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, H1932 [2FE]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. Res. 590, Maternal Health Awareness Day, S347 [28JA]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

S. Res. 655, National Day of Play, S1517 [22MR]

FAMILIES FIRST HOUSING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

Reports filed

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

FAMILY DOLLAR STORES, INC.

Remarks in House

Consumers: investigate reported overcharging of customers at retail stores, H5 [6JA]

FAMILY GROCERY AND FARMER RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, provisions, S857 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Texts of

S. 4007, provisions, S883–S887 [5MR]

FAMILY TREE, INC.

Remarks in House

Arvada, CO: Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND SERVICES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Improvements: make (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FAMINES

Bills and resolutions

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

FANNIE MAE (Government-sponsored enterprise)

Bills and resolutions

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

FARM, FOOD, AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

FARM CREDIT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

FARM EQUIPMENT SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

FARM FREEDOM TO REPAIR ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

FARM SECURITY AND RURAL INVESTMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

Power resources: include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (see H.R. 7080), H893 [14JA]

FARMERS see Agriculture

FARMERS’ ASSISTANCE AND IMMEDIATE DISASTER (FARMERS’ AID) RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

FARMERS BRANCH, TX

Remarks in House

Early College High School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

FARRELL, JACOB

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

FAST TRACK TO AND THROUGH COLLEGE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

FATHERS M.I.A. (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E265 [25MR]

FAUQUIER COUNTY, VA

Remarks in House

Warrenton, VA: opening of Puller Veterans Care Center, H618 [12JA]

FDA MODERNIZATION ACT 3.0

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

FEARON, SHIRLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2177 [11FE]

FEASIBILITY REVIEW OF EMERGING EQUIPMENT FOR DIGITAL OPEN MEDIA (FREEDOM) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

FEDDERSON, YVONNE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2173 [11FE], E89 [2FE]

FEDERAL ACQUISITION SECURITY COUNCIL

Bills and resolutions

Reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

FEDERAL ACQUISITION SECURITY COUNCIL IMPROVEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

FEDERAL ADJUSTMENT OF INCOME RATES (FAIR) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

FEDERAL AGENCIES see Executive Departments

FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS related term(s) Public Welfare Programs

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Articles and editorials

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Appropriations: strengthen oversight, accountability, and recovery of Federal funds administered through State block grants and other pass-through mechanisms (see S. 4024), S881 [5MR]

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

——— reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

——— request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Citizenship: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Crime: enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

——— establish national task force to investigate and combat fraud involving Federal dollars (see H.R. 7312), H1948 [2FE]

——— increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— collaborate with various entities and establish grant program to support nurseries and seed orchards (see H.R. 7712), H2328 [25FE]

——— continue to carry out Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program (see H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

——— enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

——— expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

——— improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— provide grants and direct or guaranteed loans to increase domestic fertilizer production for farmers (see S. 4148), S1367 [19MR]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

——— support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

——— eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

——— increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

——— carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

——— expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— combat fraud in federally funded child care programs (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

——— debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see S. 3802), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish grant program under Community Development Block Grant program to incentivize State laws that enable residents to purchase manufactured housing communities (see H.R. 8047), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: allow public housing projects under rental demonstration program to retain prior approval of housing plans (see H.R. 7869), H2476 [9MR]

——— authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— expand HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see S. 3901), S650 [24FE]

——— improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

——— permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2030 [4FE]

——— prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (see H.R. 7719), H2328 [25FE]

——— authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

——— codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— establish competitive grant program to provide capital assistance for maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation needs of commuter rail bridges (see S. 3701), S290 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— limit spending from Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

——— award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H947 [20JA]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

——— identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR] (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

——— report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

——— require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

EPA: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

FCC: promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

——— terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

——— improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

——— require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

——— submit monthly report on status of all projects and activities funded through Disaster Relief Fund (see H.R. 7461), H2118 [10FE]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

——— identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Government: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Harry S Truman Memorial Scholarship Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7894), H2481 [12MR]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Insurance: expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

——— cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

——— increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

——— remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

Money: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S377 [29JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

NSF: provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

——— establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Poverty: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

Public utilities: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

——— prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Rural areas: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

——— allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

——— extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

——— require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

——— affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

——— establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

——— exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

——— repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

——— improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

——— permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: establish first-time homebuyer refundable tax credit (see H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— establish New Child Tax Credit and provide for American Dream Accounts (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

——— exclude from gross income payments from funds established by State for purposes of welfare of individual residents of such State (see H.R. 7760), H2368 [3MR]

——— exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— extend and expand work opportunity credit (see H.R. 7998), H2620 [19MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Benefits: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

——— protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Budget: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

California: prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

——— permit assumption of loans under Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

——— release Federal TRIO programs grant applications, H2636 [24MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

——— establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

——— provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: Nonprofit Security Grant Program funding, H2488 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish competitive grant program supporting affordable housing planning and implementation activities (H.R. 6768), H147 [8JA], H2175 [11FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

——— temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct Board of Veterans’ Appeals director to give priority to individuals with certain professional experience in recommending such individuals to serve as members of Board (H.R. 659), H936, H937 [20JA]

——— establish Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer (H.R. 1663), H937–H939 [20JA]

——— extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

——— make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1930–H1932 [2FE]

——— modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1933–H1935 [2FE]

——— provide for outreach requirements for training and rehabilitation programs for veterans with service-connected disabilities (H.R. 1793), H1930 [2FE]

——— reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Giraldo-Santiago, Natalia: Council for Opportunity in Education National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160 [24FE]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, H2073 [9FE]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

——— provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269 [25MR]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

——— establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

——— funding, H1955 [3FE]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act: reauthorize, H2092 [9FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

——— protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

SSA: funding, H228 [8JA]

——— improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Taxation: provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H729 [14JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106, H110 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Cryptocurrency: prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates (S. 2441), S153–S155 [13JA]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

——— funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— publish information on public assistance awards (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, S1021 [12MR]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

Money: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

New Orleans, LA: improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

——— improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

College Financial Aid Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 659, Veterans Law Judge Experience Act, H936 [20JA]

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

H.R. 1458, Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, H1933 [2FE]

H.R. 1663, Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act, H937 [20JA]

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

S. 269, Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, H634 [12JA]

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 3768, Advancing Better Options for Dwellings Everywhere (ABODE) Act, S472 [3FE]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 3895, Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act, S653 [24FE]

S. 3965, EDA Short Form Application Act, S764 [3MR]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION related term(s) Department of Transportation

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Aviation: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

——— restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of Transportation: modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Government regulations: issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

Immigration: limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

Law enforcement: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

NASA: provide authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems (see H.R. 7379), H2030 [4FE]

Noise pollution: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

Safety: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (see H.R. 7240), H1914 [27JA]

——— submit action plan to Congress for advancing deployment of Airborne Collision Avoidance System-X (see H.R. 7239), H1914 [27JA]

Weather: ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Aviation: authorize use of physical or digital copies of certain certificates for certain inspections (H.R. 2247), H2660, H2661 [24MR]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2248–H2257 [23FE]

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

Government regulations: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

Safety: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

Wildfires: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Wise County, VA: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49 [16JA]

Remarks in Senate

Aviation: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), S665 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Tobacco products: anniversary of smoking ban on commercial airlines, S670 [25FE]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2247) (H. Rept. 119–551), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 2247, Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act, H2660 [24MR]

H.R. 3410, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, H2661 [24MR]

H.R. 5663, ACPAC Modernization Act, H2657 [24MR]

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 2503, Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act, H2248–H2253 [23FE]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

FEDERAL BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT TRACKING ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

FEDERAL BUILDING THREAT NOTIFICATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6481, provisions, H2649 [24MR]

FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Crime: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

——— submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

Fulton County, GA: operations to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Political ethics: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Advertising: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

Communications Equity and Diversity Council: establish (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Computers: terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Lifeline program: promulgate regulations to improve (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

Safety: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

Space policy: expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

Telecommunications: provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

——— require carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Government regulations: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL OFFICER PAYCHECK PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA]

FEDERAL CREDIT UNION ACT

Remarks in House

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

FEDERAL CROP INSURANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

FEDERAL CROP INSURANCE CORP.

Bills and resolutions

Weather: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8087), H2710 [25MR]

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

Remarks in House

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORP. related term(s) Financial Institutions

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: direct FDIC and National Credit Union Administration to establish emergency transaction account guarantee programs (see H.R. 8075), H2710 [25MR]

——— require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

FDIC and National Credit Union Administration: carry out analysis to determine whether insurance coverage should be raised on covered transaction accounts (see H.R. 8090), H2711 [25MR]

Financial institutions: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

——— provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8087), H2710 [25MR]

——— update inflation adjustment applicable to deposit insurance and share insurance (see H.R. 8088), H2710 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial institutions: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Enhancing Bank Resolution Participation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6555) (H. Rept. 119–534), H2326 [25FE]

Failing Bank Acquisition Fairness Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6556) (H. Rept. 119–475), H1948 [2FE]

Least Cost Exception Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6547) (H. Rept. 119–474), H1948 [2FE]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

New Bank Application Numbers Knowledge (New BANK) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

FEDERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN ACT

Bills and resolutions

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

——— prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Remarks in House

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Elections: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Elections: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY related term(s) Department of Homeland Security

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program: reauthorize (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Disasters: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

——— require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

——— submit monthly report on status of all projects and activities funded through Disaster Relief Fund (see H.R. 7461), H2118 [10FE]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

Federal employees: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

National Flood Insurance Program: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

Wildfires: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— Nonprofit Security Grant Program funding, H2488 [16MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106, H110 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

California: anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

——— making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Federal aid programs: publish information on public assistance awards (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

Funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program: reauthorize (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Wildfires: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 3895, Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act, S653 [24FE]

FEDERAL EMPLOYEES related term(s) Executive Departments

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

CBO: remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Courts: constitutional amendment to limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (see H.J. Res. 145), H1921 [30JA]

——— permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H615 [9JA]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve hiring and training processes at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3996), S802 [4MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during shutdown (see S. 4174), S1580 [24MR]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7310), H1948 [2FE]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: clarify and expand authority of Assistant Sec. for Management (see H.R. 7683), H2327 [25FE]

——— deem certain individuals as parents of employees for purposes of determining entitlement to certain family and medical leave (see H.R. 7948), H2530 [16MR]

——— establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit downgrading of law enforcement positions (see H.R. 8010), H2621 [19MR]

——— recoup amounts of awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees under certain conditions (see H.R. 7319), H1948 [2FE]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE] (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Income: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

IRS: establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide that Federal law enforcement officers may only use deadly force when necessary to prevent imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury (see H.R. 7439), H2095 [9FE]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National Park Service: establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Political ethics: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (see H.R. 7072), H893 [14JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

SBA: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

Thrift Savings Plan: address responsibilities of fiduciaries (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: include Federal defender as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Army: tribute, H648 [12JA]

Committee on Agriculture (House): tribute to staff, H2426 [5MR]

Congress: announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795–H797 [14JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of Defense: tribute to military recruiters, H2267 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

——— reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

Hiatt, Steve: Hill AFB, UT, Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

IRS: funding, H2043 [9FE]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: tribute to employees, H2014 [4FE]

OPM: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

——— improve retirement processing for Federal employees, H1969 [3FE]

SSA: funding, H228 [8JA], H635 [12JA]

——— improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— increase criminal penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding officer or employee of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (S. 2269), S403 [30JA]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

——— shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161, S1180 [18MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Postal Service: anniversary, S158 [13JA]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (S. 4125), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

——— clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

——— ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H. Res. 1128, support Dept. of Homeland Security, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Public utilities: exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

Technology: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Technology: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

Reports filed

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Nomination of David LaCerte to FERC: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

FEDERAL ENHANCEMENT AND REVITALIZATION OF RELIABLE INFRASTRUCTURE FOR ESSENTIAL SEAWAYS (FERRIES) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

FEDERAL FOOD, DRUG, AND COSMETIC ACT

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Diseases and disorders: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

FDA: amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in House

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

FEDERAL FUNDING ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Federal agencies and departments: require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

FEDERAL FUNDS WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION EXTENSION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT see Government—U.S.

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program: improve and reauthorize (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORP.

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

FEDERAL JOBS GUARANTEE DEVELOPMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

FEDERAL LABOR RELATIONS AUTHORITY

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

FEDERAL LANDS RECREATION ENHANCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2362 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Interior: clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

Reports filed

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4386, America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act, H2362 [3MR]

FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Nomination of Robert Harvey to Federal Maritime Commission: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

FEDERAL MEAT INSPECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

FEDERAL MECHANICAL INSULATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION

Reports filed

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

FEDERAL PERMITTING IMPROVEMENT STEERING COUNCIL

Bills and resolutions

Government regulations: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

FEDERAL POWER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

FERC: exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

Public utilities: establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

FEDERAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Railroad Safety Advisory Committee: codify (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

Safety: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

FEDERAL REGULATIONS see Government regulations

FEDERAL RESERVE ACT

Cost Estimates

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Remarks in House

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2076–H2078 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3390, Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act, H2076 [9FE]

FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

——— require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (see H.R. 7588), H2227 [17FE]

Credit cards: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Financial institutions: index statutory thresholds (see H.R. 7056), H892 [14JA]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

——— require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to the Large Financial Institution Rating System and Framework for the Supervision of Insurance Organizations’’ (see S.J. Res. 111), S802 [4MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Board of Governors: ensure independence, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

Financial institutions: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2076–H2078 [9FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H729 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Board of Governors: ensure independence, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Credit cards: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA]

Warsh, Kevin: nomination to be FRS Board of Governors Chairman, S402 [30JA]

Reports filed

American Financial Institution Regulatory Sovereignty and Transparency (American FIRST) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Community Bank Regulatory Tailoring Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7056) (H. Rept. 119–558), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Representation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6554) (H. Rept. 119–533), H2326 [25FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Failing Bank Acquisition Fairness Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6556) (H. Rept. 119–475), H1948 [2FE]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

New Bank Application Numbers Knowledge (New BANK) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations (TIER) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6553) (H. Rept. 119–532), H2326 [25FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 3390, Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act, H2076 [9FE]

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

FEDERAL TORT CLAIMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Texts of

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION

Amendments

Children and youth: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Sewage disposal: issue regulations requiring certain products to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Advertising: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

Business and industry: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

Children and youth: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Contracts: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

Credit: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

Drugs: report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

Electronics: require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Firearms: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Information technology: require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Children and youth: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Children and youth: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Sewage disposal: issue regulations requiring certain products to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

FEDERAL UNEMPLOYMENT TAX ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT

Bills and resolutions

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

——— increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Reports filed

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6422, American Water Stewardship Act, H2662 [24MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

FEDERAL WORKFORCE EARLY SEPARATION INCENTIVES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

FEDERAL-STATE RELATIONS

Amendments

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Credit: restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide for reorganization and realignment of Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach Office (see H.R. 7574), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— provide period for Congress to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

FEMA: require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

Immigration: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

——— condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Taxation: treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Motions

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— statehood (H.R. 51), H2702 [25MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1470 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

——— revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

S. 269, Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, H634 [12JA]

S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

S. 3895, Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act, S653 [24FE]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

FÉDÉRATION INTERNATIONALE de FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (FIFA)

Bills and resolutions

Sports: prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

FEDERATION INTERNATIONALE de FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (FIFA)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

FEDORCHAK, JULIE (a Representative from North Dakota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide that members and spouses have same rights regarding receipt of firearms at location of any duty station (see H.R. 2070), H2259 [23FE]

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (see H.R. 2130), H2229 [17FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1352 [22JA]

Capital punishment: provide additional aggravating factors for imposition of death penalty relative to killing law enforcement officers or first responders (see H.R. 378), H656 [12JA]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit covered entities that receive Federal financial assistance relative to semiconductors from purchasing semiconductor manufacturing equipment from foreign entities of concern or subsidiaries (see H.R. 6207), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2552 [17MR]

——— require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

——— expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (see H.R. 1346), H1352 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit from entering into contracts with entity that discriminates against firearm or ammunition industries (see H.R. 45), H949 [20JA]

Firearms: prohibit State excise taxes on firearms and ammunition manufacturers and dealers (see H.R. 2442), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1352 [22JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2712 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls: designate (see H. Res. 381), H2474 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Native Americans: provide for advancements in public safety services to Indian communities (see H.R. 4712), H2474 [5MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H1173 [21JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (H.R. 7956), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (H.R. 8006), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Curl-Salemme, Britta: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2549 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1315 [22JA]

National Agriculture Week: observance, H2608 [19MR]

Tributes

Curtis, Ray, H2012 [4FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H238 [8JA]

Moll, Pam, H230 [8JA]

FEENSTRA, RANDY (a Representative from Iowa)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

Bureau of Prisons: develop and implement strategy to interdict fentanyl and other synthetic drugs in mail at Federal correctional facilities (see H.R. 1046), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see H.R. 4093), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H656 [12JA]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see H.R. 6975), H616 [9JA]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H616 [9JA]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of portable ultrasound transportation and set up services (see H.R. 2477), H253 [8JA]

——— temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H253 [8JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2474 [5MR]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to limit terms (see H.J. Res. 12), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H2531 [16MR]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (H.R. 7177), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (H.R. 6944), H12 [6JA]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (H.R. 7097), H920 [15JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (H.R. 7749), H2336 [2MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

Votes: position on missed, E95• [3FE]

Tributes

Root, Sarah, H2173 [11FE]

FEIGIN, PETER

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S252 [15JA]

FEINGOLD, BARBARA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E200 [9MR]

Zionist Organization of America: Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215 [16MR]

FELIEN, ED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2453 [5MR]

FENDER, RONNIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1989 [4FE]

FENIX INTERNATIONAL, LTD.

Summaries

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

FENNELLY, BETH A.

Articles and editorials

Beloved Oak Fell, and Oxford Rose. What Happened When ‘‘Thunder Ice’’ Came to My Home in Mississippi, S481 [4FE]

FERGUSON, LUKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

FERNITZ, KIRK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2587 [18MR]

FERRIERA, ALEX

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2012 [4FE]

FERTILIZER TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

Texts of

S. 4152, provisions, S1369 [19MR]

FETTERMAN, JOHN (a Senator from Pennsylvania)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S846 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Armed Forces: tribute to service members killed during evacuation of U.S. citizens and Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Afghanistan (see S.J. Res. 79), S733 [2MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S578 [11FE]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S554 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S1048 [12MR]

Disabled: prohibit discrimination on basis of mental or physical disability in cases of anatomical gifts and organ transplants (see S. 1782), S651 [24FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Immigration: authorize lawful permanent resident status for certain college graduates who entered U.S. as children (see S. 2886), S471 [3FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S1010 [11MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S292 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see S. 3835), S577 [11FE]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S578 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S377 [29JA]

FEUER, ALAN

Remarks in Senate

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

FIELDS, CLEO (a Representative from Louisiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2120 [10FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H922 [15JA]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2330 [25FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 6505), H2330 [25FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: establish joint task force to identify and eliminate barriers to U.S. agriculture exports (see H.R. 5620), H2188 [11FE]

Radio: oppose new fees, taxes, royalties, or charges on local, over the air, radio stations (see H. Con. Res. 12), H2474 [5MR]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Taxation: expand eligibility for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plan (see H.R. 247), H13 [6JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (see H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

FIELDS, JACK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H928 [20JA]

FIGHTING FOREIGN ILLEGAL SEAFOOD HARVESTS (FISH) ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Texts of

S. 688, provisions, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

FIGURES, SHOMARI (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2097 [9FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H616 [9JA]

——— identify and address barriers to coverage of remote physiologic devices under State Medicaid programs to improve maternal and child health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women (see H.R. 4977), H2097 [9FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2297 [24FE]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (see H.R. 5791), H136 [7JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1923 [30JA]

Firearms: ban assault weapons, bump stocks, high-capacity ammunition magazines, and devices designed to evade assault weapons ban, and ensure right to keep and bear arms is not unlimited (see H.R. 3115), H135 [7JA]

Food and Nutrition Act: repeal limitation on maximum deduction for shelter expenses allowable for determination of benefits (see H.R. 793), H616 [9JA]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

GAO: study effectiveness of local alerting systems (see H.R. 1076), H253 [8JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: remove coverage exclusion for inmates in custody pending disposition of charges (see H.R. 1510), H2097 [9FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1173 [21JA]

——— improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H2484 [12MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2097 [9FE]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (H.R. 8046), H2676 [24MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (H.R. 7533), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2653, H2654 [24MR]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2664 [24MR]

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2662 [24MR]

——— authorize use of physical or digital copies of certain certificates for certain inspections (H.R. 2247), H2660, H2661 [24MR]

——— study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H2655 [24MR]

GAO: conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2656 [24MR]

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FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE]

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Amendments

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Business and industry: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

——— clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02—Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed’’ (see S.J. Res. 143), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

——— establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

——— reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

——— require attestation of certain information as part of consumer complaint submission process (see H.R. 7588), H2227 [17FE]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

——— restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Crime: establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

——— establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish expedited guaranteed lender pilot program (see H.R. 7475), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: direct FDIC and National Credit Union Administration to establish emergency transaction account guarantee programs (see H.R. 8075), H2710 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to modifications to enhanced supplementary leverage ratio standards for global systemically important bank holding companies (see S.J. Res. 110), S802 [4MR]

——— establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

——— instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

——— modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

——— preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

——— report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

——— require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

——— require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Electronic Fund Transfer Act: amend to adjust certain thresholds for inflation (see S. 3849), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7484), H2185 [11FE]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8087), H2710 [25MR]

——— update inflation adjustment applicable to deposit insurance and share insurance (see H.R. 8088), H2710 [25MR]

FDIC and National Credit Union Administration: carry out analysis to determine whether insurance coverage should be raised on covered transaction accounts (see H.R. 8090), H2711 [25MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

FRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to the Large Financial Institution Rating System and Framework for the Supervision of Insurance Organizations’’ (see S.J. Res. 111), S802 [4MR]

——— index statutory thresholds (see H.R. 7056), H892 [14JA]

——— require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

Government regulations: apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (see H.R. 7888), H2476 [9MR]

——— make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

——— provide Federal financial regulators with clawback authority over executive compensation and industry prohibition and civil money penalty authority over executives whose negligence caused losses (see H.R. 7886), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

——— require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Immigration: require financial institutions to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (see H.R. 7842), H2471 [5MR]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

Investments: prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7887), H2476 [9MR]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see S. 3616), S161 [13JA]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Public welfare programs: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

SEC: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

Taxation: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— create American dream accounts for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions: David Powner, GAO, S1442 [20MR]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S530–S532 [9FE]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

——— instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2076–H2078 [9FE]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Government regulations: require appropriate Federal banking agencies to establish phase-in period for de novo financial institutions to comply with Federal capital standards and provide relief for de novo rural community banks, H2090 [9FE]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S766 [3MR], S769 [4MR]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

Government regulations: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (S. 3753), S420 [30JA]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA]

Reports filed

American Financial Institution Regulatory Sovereignty and Transparency (American FIRST) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Regulatory Tailoring Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7056) (H. Rept. 119–558), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Representation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6554) (H. Rept. 119–533), H2326 [25FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Enhancing Bank Resolution Participation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6555) (H. Rept. 119–534), H2326 [25FE]

Failing Bank Acquisition Fairness Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6556) (H. Rept. 119–475), H1948 [2FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Least Cost Exception Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6547) (H. Rept. 119–474), H1948 [2FE]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

New Bank Application Numbers Knowledge (New BANK) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations (TIER) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6553) (H. Rept. 119–532), H2326 [25FE]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 3390, Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act, H2076 [9FE]

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S.J. Res. 147, disapprove withdrawal of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’, S1617 [25MR]

FINANCIAL REPORTING THRESHOLD MODERNIZATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

FINANCIAL STABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Financial institutions: apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (see H.R. 7888), H2476 [9MR]

FINANCIAL STABILITY OVERSIGHT COUNCIL

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Cost Estimates

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

FINANCIAL STABILITY OVERSIGHT COUNCIL IMPROVEMENT ACT

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3682, provisions, H2074 [9FE]

FINCH, LAKESHIA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H909 [15JA]

FINDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR RESOURCE EXPLORATION (FINDING ORE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2969), H2265 [24FE]

FINE, JACOB

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2687 [25MR]

FINE, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E129 [11FE]

FINE, RANDY (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H2551 [17MR]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H1352 [22JA]

Bureau of the Census: require collection of information on dual citizenship status through decennial census (see H.R. 6486), H2033 [4FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H136 [7JA]

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2336 [2MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve Facilities Loan and Grant Program to provide capital investment for facilities providing healthcare, education, child care, public safety, and other vital services in rural areas (see H.R. 1246), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Commerce: issue standards relative to chip security mechanisms for integrated circuit products (see H.R. 3447), H2551 [17MR]

——— require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H2531 [16MR]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: improve requirements for making determination of interchangeability of biological product and its reference product (see H.R. 5526), H2477 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: prohibit health care professionals, hospitals, or clinics from participating in chemical or surgical mutilation of child and provide private right of action for those damaged by such procedures (see H.R. 5483), H2033 [4FE]

Immigration: ban Federal funding to sanctuary jurisdictions that interfere with enforcement of Federal immigration law (see H.R. 3861), H135 [7JA]

——— prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H2477 [9MR]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2297 [24FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2188 [11FE]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H135 [7JA]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: extend exemption from excise tax on alternative motorboat fuels sold as supplies for vessels or aircraft to include certain vessels serving only one coast (see H.R. 2925), H616 [9JA]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2120 [10FE]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Terrorism: require strategy to counter Iranian and Hezbollah (terrorist organization) influence operations in Latin America (see H.R. 4531), H2531 [16MR]

Transportation: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2120 [10FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

Foreign policy: authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood of Greenland (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

Technology: facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (H.R. 7611), H2235 [20FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (H.R. 7357), H2031 [4FE]

Foreign policy: authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood of Greenland (H.R. 7012), H656 [12JA]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (H.R. 7534), H2220 [12FE]

Technology: facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (H.R. 6996), H616 [9JA]

Remarks

Appropriations: legislative process, H1956 [3FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2407 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1322 [22JA]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

DeLand, FL: tribute to MBI Direct Mail + Digital (business), H2639 [24MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2384 [4MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2384 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2144 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1955, H1956 [3FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H1955 [3FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2394 [4MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1956 [3FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2158 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2394, H2407 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal election, H2144 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2639 [24MR]

Tributes

Fine, Jacob, H2687 [25MR]

Gourlie, John, H2011 [4FE]

Ritchey, Glenn, H941 [20JA]

FINISH THE ARKANSAS VALLEY CONDUIT ACT

Letters

Provisions: Colorado resident, S241 [15JA]

——— Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

——— Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

Lists

Statements supporting H.R. 131, provisions, S240 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 131): veto, H205–H208 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 131), S238, S241, S245 [15JA]

——— veto, S107 [8JA]

FINSTAD, BRAD (a Representative from Minnesota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2221 [12FE]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H1173 [21JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H2033 [4FE]

Courts: prohibit civil actions against manufacturer or seller of stone slab product for harm resulting from alteration of such product by fabricator (see H.R. 5437), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: limit liability of physicians providing certain charity care (see H.R. 6167), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see H.R. 7287), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2677 [24MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2422 [4MR]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see H.R. 4032), H949 [20JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2531 [16MR]

Housing: remove requirement on lessors to provide thirty day notice to vacate (see H.R. 1078), H2032 [4FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish neighborhood revitalization tax credit (see H.R. 2854), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide deduction for certain charity care provided by physicians (see H.R. 6167), H2297 [24FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: direct U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to conduct review of certain approved immigration benefit requests (see H.R. 6978), H251 [8JA]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (H.R. 7426), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: direct U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to conduct review of certain approved immigration benefit requests (H.R. 6978), H252 [8JA]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (H.R. 7789), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Rochester, MN: anniversary of Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, H2268 [24FE]

Tributes

Buhr, Brian, H728 [14JA]

FIRE PREVENTION related term(s) Wildfires

Bills and resolutions

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Energy: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

Remarks in House

FAA: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

Reports filed

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

FIREARM SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

FIREARMS related term(s) Weapons

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Weapons: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Ammunition: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Business and industry: improve licensing requirements for retail sale of firearms (see H.R. 7135), H924 [16JA]

Civil liberties: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

Courts: provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Federal-State relations: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Government regulations: require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Immigration: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Safety: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Schools: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

States: prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Weapons: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Cost Estimates

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189): CBO, H2196 [12FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2194, H2203 [12FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2199 [12FE]

——— Elizabeth Murphy, Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund, H2195 [12FE]

——— Representative Hageman, H2198 [12FE]

——— several organizations, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

——— several Representatives, H2198 [12FE]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Proclamations

Tribute to Melissa and John Hortman: by: Representative Morrison, H2267 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Australia: express condolences to victims of mass shooting at Bondi Beach, H593 [9JA]

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197–H2199 [12FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Weapons: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2190–H2204 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2190 [12FE]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

FIREFIGHTERS

Bills and resolutions

Coins: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see S. Res. 577), S115 [8JA] (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building, Sterling, VA: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (H. Res. 980), H110 [7JA]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Sacramento, CA: anniversary of Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, H2205 [12FE]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

Theus, Harold: Florida Career Fire Chief of the Year award recipient, H610 [9JA]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of S.W. Johnson Fire Dept., H725 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

California: anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

Coins: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (S. Res. 577), S119 [8JA]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

Queens, NY: express condolences to victims and those affected by collision at LaGuardia Airport, S1527 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 577, 2025 Southern California wildfires anniversary, S117 [8JA]

FIREFLY AEROSPACE, INC.

Remarks in House

Aviation: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179 [3MR]

FIRESTONE, SARAH

Remarks in House

National FFA Organization: tribute to Pennsylvania FFA officers, H110 [7JA]

FIRST, GREG

Remarks in House

Tribute, E199 [9MR]

FIRST CHANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

FIRST HOME AFFORDABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER EMPOWERMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS MATCH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7244), H1914 [27JA]

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER SAVINGS ACCOUNT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7756), H2368 [3MR]

FIRTH, ALBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2534 [17MR]

FISCAL COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

FISCAL CONTINGENCY PREPAREDNESS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

FISCAL HARMS OF FEDERAL FIRINGS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

FISCHBACH, MICHELLE (a Representative from Minnesota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see H.R. 7287), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2032 [4FE]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 5160), H2033 [4FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H949 [20JA]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2119 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

Taxation: remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H12 [6JA]

Taxation: remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (H.R. 7731), H2333 [26FE]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (H.R. 7824), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1339 [22JA]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670, H671, H675, H676 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670, H671, H674, H675, H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670, H671, H675, H676 [13JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670, H671, H675, H676 [13JA]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Lampton, Ellen: National Service Honor award recipient, H2103 [10FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1339 [22JA]

National FFA Week: observance, H2262 [24FE]

Nelson, Brock: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2103 [10FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H672 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670, H671, H675, H676 [13JA]

Pesek, Richard: Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1141 [21JA], H1339 [22JA]

Schoenfeld, Jilian: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H672 [13JA]

VanDyke, Brayden: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Tributes

Blanchard, Dave, H2103 [10FE]

Krinkie, Mary, H105 [7JA]

Tungseth, Chris, H2262 [24FE]

FISCHER, DEB (a Senator from Nebraska)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1453 [20MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S733 [2MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firefighters: award Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resilency, sacrifice, and service to protect forests, grasslands, and communities in U.S. (see S. 142), S1056 [16MR]

Food: improve safety of infant formula through testing for microorganisms and toxic elements (see S. 272), S553 [10FE]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S610 [12FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see S. 1289), S553 [10FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see S. 2461), S258 [15JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S291 [27JA] (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to those who served in U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps (see S. 2195), S708 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see S. 3802), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S784 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S545 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1606 [25MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S784 [4MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S205 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S784 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1606 [25MR]

Tributes

Mitchell, Marilyn, S1579 [24MR]

Tietjens, Noah L., S784 [4MR]

FISH AND FISHING related term(s) Marine Mammals; National Wildlife Refuges; Wildlife

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Ships and vessels: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

——— convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Letters

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

Keliher, Patrick: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Captain David H. Hart Award recipient, E144 [20FE]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

——— modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

Ships and vessels: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

FISHER, GENE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E147 [20FE]

FISHER, MATTHEW J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1128 [21JA]

FISKE, AVAH

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S799 [4MR]

FITZGERALD, SCOTT (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Courts: protect legal proceedings from manipulation and provide for transparency and oversight of third-party beneficiaries in civil actions (see H.R. 7015), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of Defense: include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of HUD: provide grants to local governments relative to pre-reviewed designs for mixed-income housing, cosponsorship withdrawn (see H.R. 5907), H662 [12JA]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (see H.R. 6475), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish grant program for access to, and training on administration of, epinephrine products for law enforcement officers (see H.R. 4019), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see H.R. 4837), H2422 [4MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2552 [17MR]

——— remove silencers from definition of firearms relative to taxation, registration, and transfer laws (see H.R. 404), H2119 [10FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Taxation: improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2623 [19MR]

Wildfires: make immune from liability any manufacturer of critical infrastructure for claims resulting from wildfire incidents (see H.R. 4194), H2032 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7131), H924 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (H.R. 7495), H2187 [11FE]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (H.R. 7732), H2333 [26FE]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 7131), H924 [16JA]

Cost Estimates

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189): CBO, H2196 [12FE]

Remarks

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2190, H2191, H2192, H2193, H2196, H2197 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2111 [10FE]

FITZPATRICK, BRIAN K. (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see H.R. 7142), H1916 [27JA]

Armed Forces: include program of advanced training in Senior ROTC in computation of length of service of individual appointed as officer on basis of satisfactorily completing requirement of such program (see H.R. 6340), H136 [7JA]

——— provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H719 [13JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

CDC: make grants to States to increase awareness and education for colorectal cancer and improve early detection of colorectal cancer in young individuals (see H.R. 5162), H253 [8JA]

——— reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Children and youth: establish and implement informational campaign and national strategy to prevent minors from working with cartels and transnational criminal organizations (see H.R. 4471), H656 [12JA]

China: require report on purchases of Iranian oil and support from entities and individuals for Iranian ballistic missile program (see H.R. 6528), H253 [8JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2531 [16MR]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2552 [17MR]

——— improve Rural Energy for America Program (see H.R. 6287), H13 [6JA]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide grants to States, territories, and Indian Tribes to address contamination by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on farms (see H.R. 6476), H136 [7JA]

——— reauthorize Commission on Farm Transitions-Needs for 2050 (see H.R. 6385), H253 [8JA]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see H.R. 7670), H2371 [3MR]

——— simplify Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program access for elderly and disabled individuals (see H.R. 5055), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit covered entities that receive Federal financial assistance relative to semiconductors from purchasing semiconductor manufacturing equipment from foreign entities of concern or subsidiaries (see H.R. 6207), H136 [7JA]

——— require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Defense: develop strategic plan to address mental health of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6383), H136 [7JA]

——— develop strategy on national security implications of emerging biotechnologies (see H.R. 6009), H136 [7JA]

——— enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2236 [20FE]

——— ensure equitable access to Dept. of Defense Education Activity schools for dependents of certain members of Reserve components performing active service (see H.R. 5987), H656 [12JA]

——— establish pilot program for partnerships between covered basic needs banks and military installations to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families (see H.R. 6138), H895 [14JA]

——— establish pilot program to facilitate development of certain traumatic brain injury diagnostics for members of Armed Forces (see H.R. 6823), H657 [12JA]

——— establish pilot program to provide certain Armed Forces members with timely and relevant information via text message (see H.R. 6490), H136 [7JA]

——— report on security relationship between U.S. and Greece (see H.R. 4343), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2677 [24MR]

——— require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2098 [9FE]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H1173 [21JA]

——— make grants to assist establishment and operation of healthy food pharmacies (see H.R. 5412), H253 [8JA]

——— permit some teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while earning child development associate credentials (see H.R. 336), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: adjust status of certain Venezuelan nationals to that of aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence (see H.R. 1348), H2119 [10FE]

——— establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

——— establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H136 [7JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2485 [12MR]

——— make grants to States and Indian Tribes to support local resiliency offices (see H.R. 6785), H136 [7JA]

——— prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize use of grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) Program to establish elder justice task forces (see H.R. 6426), H253 [8JA]

——— establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2042 [5FE]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1173 [21JA]

——— include certain best practices in National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention and Interdiction (see H.R. 6887), H253 [8JA]

——— promote public service announcement campaigns targeted at youth substance use prevention (see H.R. 6902), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice and FTC: convene interagency task force to address scams (see H.R. 5967), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish digital skills at work grant program (see H.R. 6416), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of State: promote international cooperation to secure critical mineral supply chains (see H.R. 4391), H135 [7JA]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2098 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: enhance preservation, maintenance, and management of national historic trails and national scenic trails (see H.R. 5134), H136 [7JA]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see H.R. 6204), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2551 [17MR]

——— instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2477 [9MR]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

——— reauthorize wildlife crossings program (see H.R. 6078), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program (see H.R. 6454), H253 [8JA]

——— furnish headstones, markers, and medallions for graves of certain enslaved individuals and individuals who performed military functions despite ineligibility to serve in Armed Forces (see H.R. 6032), H949 [20JA]

——— improve Solid Start program (see H.R. 5930), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2371 [3MR]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2623 [19MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Education: establish grant program for partnerships among teacher preparation programs, local educational agencies, and community-based organizations to expand access to tutoring in hard-to-staff and high-need schools (see H.R. 6532), H253 [8JA]

Employment: prohibit employers from asking age or date of birth of individual before completion and submission of application for employment (see H.R. 5514), H253 [8JA]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— provide grants under Drinking Water Infrastructure Risk and Resilience Program for training programs relative to protecting public water systems from and responding to cyberattacks (see H.R. 5868), H925 [16JA]

Ethiopia: condemn actions that threaten regional stability, violate fundamental human rights, and undermine U.S. strategic interests in Horn of Africa (see H. Res. 937), H136 [7JA]

European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN): extend certain privileges and immunities (see H.R. 4319), H135 [7JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2334 [26FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop strategy to improve Federal investigations of organized postal theft (see H.R. 6810), H253 [8JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: authorize grants to fire departments to conduct activities to reduce falls among older adults and reduce response time when responding to in-home emergencies (see H.R. 5575), H253 [8JA]

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

Fish and fishing: impose sanctions relative to foreign persons and foreign vessels that engage in illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing (see H.R. 6338), H136 [7JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H136 [7JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see H.R. 306), H1976 [3FE]

GAO: report on use of unmanned aircraft systems and on systems developed to counter such unmanned aircraft systems by Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 6605), H656 [12JA]

Housing: allow for housing assistance to certain individuals enrolled as students at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6753), H13 [6JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

Iran: authorize President to treat as stocks of U.S. any weapon or material seized by U.S. while in transit from Iran to Houthis in Yemen (see H.R. 5623), H136 [7JA]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2474 [5MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2259 [23FE]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1923 [30JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2120 [10FE]

——— protect beneficiaries with limb loss and other orthopedic conditions by providing access to safe and effective orthotic and prosthetic care and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse relative to orthotics and prosthetics (see H.R. 4475), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2097 [9FE]

NASA: provide for public-private talent program (see H.R. 5122), H253 [8JA]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 67), H949 [20JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

——— require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Poppy Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 459), H2298 [24FE]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2236 [20FE]

NOAA: ensure uninterrupted storage of data sets (see H.R. 6184), H13 [6JA]

——— provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Pharmaceuticals: establish special registration under Controlled Substances Act for schedule I eligible investigational drugs under Federal Right To Try law (see H.R. 6434), H2033 [4FE]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

SBA: carry out pilot program for construction or management of build-to-rent multifamily housing (see H.R. 6328), H13 [6JA]

Schools: reduce losses of life through better school safety standards and responses (see H.R. 6809), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H135 [7JA]

——— establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see H.R. 6685), H136 [7JA]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2118 [10FE]

Telecomunications: require development of strategy to promote use of secure telecommunications infrastructure worldwide (see H.R. 4506), H616 [9JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: encourage donation of menstrual products to nonprofit organizations for distribution (see H.R. 6212), H13 [6JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, in recognition of actions during D-Day invasion and contributions to success of Allied forces during World War II (see H.R. 4621), H135 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congress: advance sensible priorities (H.R. 6636), consideration (see H. Res. 1029), H1949 [2FE]

Krier, Mae: tribute (see H. Res. 1126), H2621 [19MR]

Medicare: improve access to mental health services (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: improve access to mental health services (H.R. 8081), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (H.R. 7210), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2499 [16MR]

Tributes

Galloway, Gerard, H2553 [18MR]

Haines, Matthew W., E24• [12JA]

Keller, Larry, E54• [20JA]

Krier, Mae, H2553 [18MR]

Marks, Michael, E247• [20MR]

Moran, Georgene M. Tilli, E207• [12MR]

Peck, Sean, E4• [6JA]

Podhaizer, Charles J., E257• [24MR]

Ritorto, Justin, E3• [6JA]

Schanne, Elizabeth, E76• [27JA]

Schrenk, David J., E115• [9FE]

Walters, Sally, E89• [2FE]

504 PROGRAM RISK OVERSIGHT ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5788, provisions, H933 [20JA]

5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT INC.

Remarks in House

Gilbert, Oliver G., III: 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Inc., Congressional Award recipient, E208 [12MR]

FIXING AMERICA’S SURFACE TRANSPORTATION (FAST) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

FLAGS

Bills and resolutions

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

FLAG—U.S.

Bills and resolutions

Foreign aid: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2234 [20FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1 [3JA], H4 [6JA], H111 [7JA], H148 [8JA], H593 [9JA], H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA], H726 [14JA], H897 [15JA], H923 [16JA], H928 [20JA], H1130 [21JA], H1175 [22JA], H1911 [23JA], H1913 [27JA], H1919 [30JA], H1925 [2FE], H1951 [3FE], H1991 [4FE], H2039 [5FE], H2046 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2121 [11FE], H2189 [12FE], H2223 [13FE], H2227 [17FE], H2231 [20FE], H2240 [23FE], H2268 [24FE], H2299 [25FE], H2331 [26FE], H2335 [2MR], H2345 [3MR], H2378 [4MR], H2430 [5MR], H2475 [9MR], H2479 [12MR], H2491 [16MR], H2537 [17MR], H2559 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2625 [20MR], H2640 [24MR], H2686 [25MR]

Senate, S3 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S121 [12JA], S141 [13JA], S185 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S277 [26JA], S281 [27JA], S301 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S401 [30JA], S431 [2FE], S447 [3FE], S475 [4FE], S497 [5FE], S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S559 [11FE], S587 [12FE], S623 [23FE], S627 [24FE], S657 [25FE], S691 [26FE], S719 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR], S907 [9MR], S943 [10MR], S969 [11MR], S1017 [12MR], S1053 [16MR], S1059 [17MR], S1159 [18MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1525 [23MR], S1561 [24MR], S1589 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

FLEISCHMANN, CHARLES J. ‘‘CHUCK’’ (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Appropriations: provide for period of continuing appropriations in event of lapse in appropriations and establish procedures and consequences for failure to complete regular appropriations process (see H.R. 5130), H616 [9JA] (see H.R. 5870), H2422 [4MR]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize continuation of lawful nonimmigrant status for certain religious workers affected by backlog for religious worker immigrant visas (see H.R. 2672), H1922 [30JA]

——— require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of State: designate certain Iranian proxy organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 2581), H2370 [3MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2677 [24MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H2097 [9FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H136 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H2120 [10FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2598 [18MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H136 [7JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2221 [12FE]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2259 [23FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2033 [4FE]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Women: mint coins in commemoration of women who contributed to home front during World War II (see H.R. 429), H135 [7JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2370 [3MR]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H201 [8JA]

FLETCHER, LIZZIE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H2236 [20FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H1976 [3FE]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1173 [21JA]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H2098 [9FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

EPA: implement fenceline monitoring for air pollutants at facilities contributing to high local cancer rates and other health threats and expand and strengthen national ambient air quality monitoring network (see H.R. 6782), H13 [6JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H2330 [25FE]

——— improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2422 [4MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2235 [20FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1173 [21JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H1352 [22JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H2330 [25FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2032 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H1922 [30JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2188 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H1352 [22JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H921 [15JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (H.R. 7392), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1179 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1957 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1957 [3FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1957 [3FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1179 [22JA]

FLEXIBILITY FOR WORKERS EDUCATION ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 2262): consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 2262): consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Letters

Provisions: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2262), H677–H681 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2262, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2262, provisions, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2262, provisions, H677 [13JA]

FLEXIBLE LEAVE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

FLICK, BRADLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E199 [9MR]

FLINCHBAUGH, LEAH

Remarks in House

National FFA Organization: tribute to Pennsylvania FFA officers, H110 [7JA]

FLINT, MI

Remarks in Senate

Water: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

FLOOD, MIKE (a Representative from Nebraska)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Bioenergy With Carbon Capture and Storage Advancement Commission (see H.R. 5597), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H2712 [25MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2628 [20MR]

——— establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see H.R. 5645), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2097 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2421 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (H.R. 7128), H924 [16JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H601 [9JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2071 [9FE]

McCartney, Rob: Nebraska Broadcasters Association Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76• [27JA]

Tributes

Black, David, H664 [13JA]

Sadlemyer, Gary, E75• [27JA]

Sasse, Ben, H665 [13JA]

Schmit, Loran, E78• [27JA]

Tietjens, Noah L., H2609 [19MR]

FLOOD, PATRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H106 [7JA]

FLOOD CONTROL see Floods

FLOODS related term(s) Disasters

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

Letters

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

Reports filed

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

H.R. 528, Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2524 [16MR]

FLORES, ANGELA E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1938 [2FE]

FLORES, CILIA

Bills and resolutions

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

FLORES, JUDY SELK

Remarks in House

Guam: Council of the Arts and Humanities Lifetime Cultural Contribution Award recipient, H2014 [4FE]

FLORIDA

Bills and resolutions

Khork, Cody A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Lists

Central Florida African American inspirational leaders, E134 [12FE]

Proclamations

Pensacola, FL, Governmental Prayer Breakfast Anniversary: Representative Patronis, E81 [30JA]

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: Representative Patronis, E85 [30JA]

Tribute to Ronald W. Surin II: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

Bolton, Brett: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2239 [23FE]

Brooksville, FL: anniversary, E143 [20FE]

Central Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

Chokoloskee, FL: anniversary of Ted Smallwood Store, E109 [4FE]

City Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

Coral Gables, FL: anniversary of Biltmore Hotel Miami-Coral Gables, E3 [6JA]

Dania Beach, FL: anniversary of Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor (business), E137 [13FE]

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

DeLand, FL: tribute to MBI Direct Mail + Digital (business), H2639 [24MR]

Ecology and environment: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Fathers M.I.A. (organization): anniversary, E265 [25MR]

Florida Citrus Sports (organization): anniversary, E123 [10FE]

4th Congressional District: tribute to Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

——— National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216 [16MR]

Linson, Dorothy (Ms. Dot): Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizen Honors Award for Service recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Mazak, Reba Y.: Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119 [9FE]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

——— tribute to Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy boys’ soccer team, H2588 [18MR]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

Miami Springs, FL: anniversary, E75 [27JA]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

Pasco County, FL: tribute to Pasco County Misdemeanor Probation Unit, E176 [3MR]

Tampa, FL: anniversary of Ballast Point Elementary School, E114 [9FE]

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243 [19MR]

Theus, Harold: Florida Career Fire Chief of the Year award recipient, H610 [9JA]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

Winter Garden, FL: anniversary of Rotary Club of Winter Garden, E66 [22JA]

Reports filed

Nomination of Priscilla Lopez To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1367 [19MR]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

S. Res. 647, National Osceola Turkey Day, S1095 [17MR]

FLORIDA CITRUS SPORTS (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E123 [10FE]

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Proclamations

Tribute to Ronald W. Surin II: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

FLOWERS

Bills and resolutions

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Manassas, VA: anniversary of Flower Gallery (business), H2490 [16MR]

Murrells Inlet, SC: opening of Brookgreen Gardens Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Laurens, IA: tribute to Heart N’ Home (business), S644 [24FE]

FLOYD, C. EDWARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1337 [22JA], E58 [20JA]

FLOYD, CANDENCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E216 [16MR]

FMA DOM

Bills and resolutions

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

FOLKSTON, GA

Remarks in House

WECC–Radio (Folkston, GA): tribute, H2593 [18MR]

FONG, VINCE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2330 [25FE]

——— designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Health Care Provider Protection Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 929), H656 [12JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H949 [20JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H2033 [4FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2370 [3MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Justice: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Justice: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (H.R. 7413), H2096 [9FE]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (H.R. 7825), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2385 [4MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2514 [16MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1142 [21JA]

Tributes

Carson, Irmadine, E83• [30JA]

Flick, Bradley, E199• [9MR]

LaMalfa, Doug, H232 [8JA]

Medders, Billie J., E164• [25FE]

FOOD related term(s) Agriculture

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— continue to carry out Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program (see H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

——— enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

——— reauthorize Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers (see S. 4072), S1046 [12MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR] (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

——— decision to terminate Household Food Security reports, H112 [7JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

Elk, WA: tribute to North County Food Pantry, H668 [13JA]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Gardner, MA: tribute to Growing Places (organization), H2345 [3MR]

Glennville, GA: Bland Farms recipient of Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award, H2415 [4MR]

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY: tribute to Hastings Farmers Market, H2558 [18MR]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

——— tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

Manheim, PA: anniversary of Root’s Country Market, H110 [7JA]

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269 [25MR]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

National Milk Day: observance, H647 [12JA]

New York, NY: tribute to Refettorio Harlem (organization), H2269 [24FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Pennsylvania Farm Show: tribute, H723 [14JA]

Pooler, GA: reopening of Miss Sophie’s restaurant, H2414 [4MR]

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240 [19MR]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Snider family: National Beef Quality Assurance Award recipient, H2344 [3MR]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

World Pulses Day: observance, H2104 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR]

Harlan, IA: tribute to Sunset Scoops (business), S798 [4MR]

Health: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: assessment of nutrition recommendations, S9540 [10MR]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

Sigourney, IA: tribute to Grant Ranch Grub & Pub (business), S956 [10MR]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

Reports filed

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. Res. 653, National Women in Agriculture Day, S1382 [19MR]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

FOOD, AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION, AND TRADE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE] (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

FOOD, CONSERVATION, AND ENERGY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

FOOD ADDITIVES

Bills and resolutions

FDA: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Cosmetics: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

Drugs: amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

Food: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

Foreign countries: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

Government regulations: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

Health: require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

Labeling: specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Pharmaceuticals: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

Product safety: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Government regulations: publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Health care facilities: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

FOOD AND NUTRITION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

FOOD INDUSTRY

Amendments

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Consumers: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— continue to carry out Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program (see H.R. 7589), H2228 [17FE]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

——— reauthorize Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers (see S. 4072), S1046 [12MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

FDA: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

NSF: provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

Taxation: classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

Chicago, IL: anniversary of Food Market La Chiquita (business), H594 [9JA]

Clearfield County, PA: opening of student-run cafe at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, H928 [20JA]

Glennville, GA: Bland Farms recipient of Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award, H2415 [4MR]

Hunger: address food insecurity, H2427 [5MR]

Independent Grocers Alliance, Inc.: anniversary, E76 [27JA]

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

Manheim, PA: anniversary of Root’s Country Market, H110 [7JA]

Mount Olive Pickle Company, Inc.: anniversary, H2107 [10FE]

Munfordville, KY: anniversary of Green River Hill Grocery (business), E95 [3FE]

New York, NY: tribute to Refettorio Harlem (organization), H2269 [24FE]

Pooler, GA: reopening of Miss Sophie’s restaurant, H2414 [4MR]

Skokie, IL: anniversary of Hub’s Restaurant (business), E171 [2MR]

Standard Meat Co.: anniversary, E40 [14JA]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

Centerville Produce, LLC: tribute, S47 [6JA]

Dayton Meat Products, Inc.: tribute, S643 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Food: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Sigourney, IA: tribute to Grant Ranch Grub & Pub (business), S956 [10MR]

Waverly, IA: tribute to Z’s Pizza & Diner, S289 [27JA]

Reports filed

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

FOOD SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: allow retirees of Experience Services Program to serve as mentors for conservation interns (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see S. 4091), S1047 [12MR]

——— include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

FOOD STAMPS (SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM) see Department of Agriculture; Public Welfare Programs

FOOTWEAR see Shoe Industry

FORBES, JOHN R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E266 [25MR]

FORCINO, BRITTNEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E182 [3MR]

FORD, KAY

Remarks in House

Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum: Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

FORD, KHATONIA

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

FOREIGN AID related term(s) Foreign Policy

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

——— call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

——— ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

——— prohibit provision of U.S. financial assistance to any entity that is controlled by agent of covered foreign principal (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Flag—U.S.: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2234 [20FE]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

——— prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Middle East: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

——— terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Jumana Nsour, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Funding, H806 [14JA]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Peace Corps: anniversary, E255 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Ukraine: security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

FOREIGN ASSISTANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

FOREIGN BANKS

Bills and resolutions

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

FOREIGN CORRUPT PRACTICES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Crime: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

FOREIGN COUNTRIES

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

——— require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

——— prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Bhutan: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

——— permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

——— improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

——— include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see S. 3857), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7780), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

——— require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

——— verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

——— eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

——— ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

——— establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

——— establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

——— evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

——— prohibit provision of U.S. financial assistance to any entity that is controlled by agent of covered foreign principal (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

——— provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

——— require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

——— require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

——— revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

——— submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

——— instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

——— report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

EPA: clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Families and domestic relations: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S377 [29JA]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Foreign aid: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2234 [20FE]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA] (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

——— authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood of Greenland (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

——— limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funding to facilitate invasion, annexation, purchase, or other form of acquisition of Greenland (see H.R. 7013), H655 [12JA]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

——— modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

——— reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Immigration: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

——— prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Space Force: submit feasibility report on expanding Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender (see S. 4201), S1614 [25MR]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

——— promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

——— exclude from gross income earnings from certain overseas deployments of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6970), H134 [7JA]

——— impose additional duties on imported goods (see H.R. 6991), H252 [8JA]

——— impose tax on income earned from competing in global athletic events on behalf of foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 7707), H2328 [25FE]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7493), H2185 [11FE]

Technology: facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

——— prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

——— recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

——— permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

——— prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Factsheets

Military Support by Denmark to U.S. Operations in Afghanistan, S73 [7JA]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, S488 [4FE], H2008 [4FE]

National Emergency Relative to Russia: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2697 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H637–H642 [12JA]

American Institute For Foreign Study: anniversary of Au Pair in America program, E248 [20MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Australia: express condolences to victims of mass shooting at Bondi Beach, H593 [9JA]

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

Dept. of State: proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

——— subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

District of Columbia: tribute to International Religious Freedom Summit, H1970 [3FE]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

Families and domestic relations: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (H.R. 7040), H1162 [21JA]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Feingold, Barbara: Zionist Organization of America Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215 [16MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

——— prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Freedom of speech: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Georgia (country): Georgian Dream party support for terrorist regime in Iran, H2667 [24MR]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

India: anniversary of Saka Nakodar massacre, H2175 [11FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2374 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2392–H2395 [4MR], H2456 [5MR], E193 [5MR]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

Mining and mineral resources: combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739, H797, H798 [14JA]

National Open-Source Intelligence Day: observance, H2307 [25FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

Peace Corps: anniversary, E244 [19MR]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal to Peace Corps volunteers (H.R. 5521), E255 [24MR]

Philippines: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37 [13JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

——— address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459–H2463 [5MR]

Rotary International: tribute to efforts to eradicate polio, H1129 [21JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804–H810 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2344 [3MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA], H247 [8JA], H607 [9JA], H1939 [2FE], H1991 [4FE], H2274 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300, H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

——— U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

China: U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Civil liberties: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

Immigration: enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Iowa: anniversary of Iowa National Guard partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Kosovo: independence anniversary, S691 [26FE]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, S412 [30JA]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Taxation: deny any foreign tax credit or deduction relative to taxes paid or accrued to Russia (S. 327), S953 [10MR]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA], S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE], S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S20, S57 [6JA], S68, S74–S87 [7JA], S105, S108 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S1021, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S1533 [23MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313, S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

——— security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

United Kingdom: assessment of foreign policy and defense spending, S955 [10MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

American Financial Institution Regulatory Sovereignty and Transparency (American FIRST) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1099, reaffirm Iran as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2392 [4MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

H.R. 6500, AGOA Extension Act, H637 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

Hindering Oppressive Nations From Obtaining Revenue (HONOR) Act, S953 [10MR]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3847, Stop Corporate Inversions Act, S579 [11FE]

S. Con. Res. 26, affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland, S261 [15JA]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

S. Res. 661, Greece independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

FOREIGN EMISSIONS AND NONATTAINMENT CLARIFICATION FOR ECONOMIC STABILITY (FENCES) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE SURVEILLANCE ACT

Appointments

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Reform Commission, S914 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions

Intelligence services: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

Privacy: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Intelligence services: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

Privacy: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE SURVEILLANCE ACT (FISA) REFORM COMMISSION

Appointments

Members, S914 [9MR]

FOREIGN INVESTMENTS

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of State: establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Reports filed

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Texts of

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

FOREIGN MEDICAL SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

Texts of

S. 3757, provisions, S443 [2FE]

FOREIGN POLICY related term(s) Treaties and Agreements

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Appointments

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, E114 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

——— call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

——— designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

——— ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

——— establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

——— establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

——— evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— increase collaboration between Office of Opinion Research of Bureau of Intelligence and Research and Bureau of Global Public Affairs (see H.R. 7036), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit provision of U.S. financial assistance to any entity that is controlled by agent of covered foreign principal (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

——— provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

——— require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

——— revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign countries: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA] (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

——— annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Greenland: authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funding to facilitate invasion, annexation, purchase, or other form of acquisition (see H.R. 7013), H655 [12JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

Immigration: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

——— improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Middle East: condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

——— modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

NATO: limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

——— promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: impose additional duties on imported goods (see H.R. 6991), H252 [8JA]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

——— terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

——— permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

——— prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Jumana Nsour, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Messages

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, S488 [4FE], H2008 [4FE]

National Emergency Relative to Iran: President Trump, S761 [3MR], H2367 [3MR]

National Emergency Relative to Russia: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2697 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Freedom of speech: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Georgia (country): Georgian Dream party support for terrorist regime in Iran, H2667 [24MR]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

——— permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2374 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2392–H2395 [4MR], H2456 [5MR], E193 [5MR]

Japan: elections, E114 [9FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739, H797, H798 [14JA]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

Philippines: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37 [13JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H1958 [3FE]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804–H810 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H594 [9JA], H650 [12JA], H671 [13JA], H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA], H247 [8JA], H607 [9JA], H1939 [2FE], H1991 [4FE], H2274 [24FE], E160 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300, H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Bahrain: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

China: U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

Immigration: enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, S412 [30JA]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S20, S57 [6JA], S68, S74–S87 [7JA], S105, S108 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S1021, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313, S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

——— security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1099, reaffirm Iran as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2392 [4MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

H.R. 6504, Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act, H642 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. Con. Res. 26, affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland, S261 [15JA]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

S. Res. 661, Greece independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

FOREIGN SERVICE related term(s) Diplomats

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Employment: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

FOREIGN TRADE related term(s) International Trade; Tariff

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Business and industry: impose additional requirements relative to importers of record (see S. 4003), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7812), H2469 [5MR]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

——— prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Crime: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement with respect to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (see H.R. 7762), H2368 [3MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

——— establish task force in International Trade Administration to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

——— permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of State: establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Export Control Reform Act: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (see H.R. 7962), H2550 [17MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

——— modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish individual tariff refund credit (see H.R. 7636), H2234 [20FE]

——— impose additional duties on imported goods (see H.R. 6991), H252 [8JA]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Technology: facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Trade Adjustment Assistance: reauthorize programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

——— require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

Remarks in House

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H637–H642 [12JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign policy: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

South Carolina: economic status, H2430 [5MR]

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H674, H675 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2707 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

——— provide for notification to, and review by, Congress relative to imposition of duties (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S205 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1042, suspend counting of calendar days in House for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs, H2107 [10FE]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

H.R. 6500, AGOA Extension Act, H637 [12JA]

H.R. 6504, Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act, H642 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

FOREIGN TRAVEL EXPENDITURES

Reports

Committees, Members of Congress, and Delegations, S392–S397 [29JA], S443–S446 [2FE], H1347 [22JA], H2181–H2184 [11FE], H2466–H2469 [5MR], H2673 [24MR]

FOREST SERVICE

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

District of Columbia: make eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

Federal employees: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE] (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

Lake Tahoe Basin: modernize authority to acquire and administer land (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

National forests: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

Public lands: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

——— restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

District of Columbia: make eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

National forests: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2503–H2509, H2514 [16MR], H2615 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

National forests: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Reports filed

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 2709, Save Our Sequoias Act, H2503–H2507 [16MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

FORESTS related term(s) Lumber Industry

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE] (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

——— improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

——— make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

——— provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

——— require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Letters

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2503–H2509, H2514 [16MR], H2615 [19MR]

——— make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Reports filed

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H.R. 528, Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2524 [16MR]

H.R. 2709, Save Our Sequoias Act, H2503–H2507 [16MR]

FOREVER CHEMICAL REGULATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

Texts of

S. 4153, provisions, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

FORT CAMPBELL HISTORICAL FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

Veterans: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

FORT PECK RESERVATION RURAL WATER SYSTEM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

FORT WORTH, TX

Remarks in House

All Saints’ Episcopal School: tribute to football team, E165 [25FE]

Garcia, Felix J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Sanders Travel Centre: anniversary, E42 [14JA]

Standard Meat Co.: anniversary, E40 [14JA]

Texas Christian University: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166 [25FE]

Trinity Valley School: tribute to girls’ soccer team, E163 [25FE]

FORTUNE (publication)

Articles and editorials

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, H2541 [17MR]

FOSTER, BILL (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit commercial greyhound racing, live lure training, and open field coursing (see H.R. 5017), H925 [16JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H2422 [4MR]

——— carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H656 [12JA]

——— include child development and early learning as community services under Federal Work-Study Program (see H.R. 4318), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— support elementary and secondary schools and condemn any actions that would defund public education or weaken or dismantle Dept. (see H. Res. 94), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish eligibility requirements for education support professionals at schools under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 5222), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2623 [19MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: issue regulations to phase out use of bleed air systems in certain aircraft (see H.R. 4994), H2188 [11FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2259 [23FE]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Fish and fishing: improve management of forage fish (see H.R. 3714), H135 [7JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H925 [16JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2677 [24MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2422 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2477 [9MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H925 [16JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (H.R. 7790), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (H.R. 7326), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2072 [9FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2075, H2076 [9FE]

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2078 [9FE]

Hicks, Peggy: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E183• [4MR]

McGowan, Johnny: Aurora, IL, African American Heritage Advisory Board Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E189• [4MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H809 [14JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804, H806, H807, H808, H809 [14JA]

Votes: position on missed, E122• [10FE]

FOSTER, FERNANDO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2415 [4MR]

FOSTER, SCOTT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2608 [19MR]

FOSTER YOUTH POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION ACCESS AND SUCCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

FOSTERING LEARNING AND EXCELLENCE IN CHARTER SCHOOLS (FLEX) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

FOUGHT, STEVEN D.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1344 [22JA]

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA

Remarks in House

Municipal Water District of Orange County: anniversary, H1338 [22JA]

FOUSHEE, VALERIE P. (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2623 [19MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Constitution—U.S.: honor foundational principle of separation of church and state and oppose extreme right-wing Christian nationalism (see H. Res. 773), H2236 [20FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: apply certain protections and oversight to buy now, pay later loans (see H.R. 6891), H1977 [3FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1949 [2FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2485 [12MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2297 [24FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H2033 [4FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H253 [8JA]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require immigration officers to identify themselves by displaying bold and visible identification during any immigration enforcement action (see H.R. 3172), H925 [16JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H1352 [22JA]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2422 [4MR]

——— issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

——— produce and distribute national public safety messaging campaign on dangers of illegal passing of school buses (see H.R. 2348), H2421 [4MR]

——— provide for eligibility of transit support specialists for crime prevention and security grants (see H.R. 6069), H1352 [22JA]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: affirm agreement and nullify certain Executive orders that relate to collective bargaining (see H.R. 6015), H1352 [22JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2623 [19MR]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2333 [26FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H1173 [21JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of algorithmic decision systems to inform individualized prices and wages (see H.R. 4640), H894 [14JA]

Grant, Ulysses S.: anniversary of speech to Society of the Army of the Tennessee (see H. Res. 773), H2236 [20FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1922 [30JA]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2033 [4FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Kennedy, John F.: anniversary of address to Greater Houston Ministerial Association (see H. Res. 773), H2236 [20FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

NASA: reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

National Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research and Testing: establish (see H.R. 1291), H719 [13JA]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H2032 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2336 [2MR]

NIH: ensure that non-animal methods are prioritized, where applicable and feasible, in proposals for all research conducted or supported (see H.R. 1291), H719 [13JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Occupational Safety and Health Act: expand coverage to public sector employees (see H.R. 3139), H949 [20JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2032 [4FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2330 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Social Security: limit amount of monthly benefit that may be withheld due to overpayments (see H.R. 2999), H2032 [4FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2371 [3MR]

Sudan: impose sanctions relative to conflict in Sudan (see H.R. 1939), H2221 [12FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H616 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Long COVID Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1136), H2711 [25MR]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

NSF: provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (H.R. 7733), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities related to book access for children (H.R. 7327), H1976 [3FE]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (H.R. 7535), H2220 [12FE]

NSF: provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (H.R. 7826), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H9 [6JA]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H944 [20JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1164 [21JA]

FOWLKES, DAVID C.

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S447 [3FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

FOX, JOE

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

FOXNEWS.COM (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

FOXX, VIRGINIA (a Representative from North Carolina)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2598 [18MR]

——— improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2598 [18MR]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2598 [18MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Labor: harmonize definitions of employee with common law under Fair Labor Standards Act (see H.R. 1319), H1949 [2FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2371 [3MR]

ERISA: strengthen pleading standards for certain claims (see H.R. 6084), H2598 [18MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H1352 [22JA]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

Harry S Truman Memorial Scholarship Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7894), H2677 [24MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (H.R. 7723), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

American Optometric Association: tribute to Federal Keyperson Summit, H2490 [16MR]

Appropriations: legislative process, H1179 [22JA], H1954 [3FE]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538, H2539, H2544 [17MR]

——— deficit, H2542 [17MR]

Chriscoe family: tribute, E143• [20FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2538, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177, H1179, H1183 [22JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538, H2539, H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177, H1179, H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1954 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728, H729, H730, H732 [14JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538, H2539, H2541, H2542, H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538, H2539, H2540, H2544 [17MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H730 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H2540 [17MR]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177, H1183 [22JA]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H730 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H1181 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1179 [22JA]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Tributes

Salazar, Ray, H1182 [22JA]

West, Gladys, H2377 [4MR]

FRALEY, AMIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E45 [15JA]

FRANCE, REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in Senate

United Kingdom: proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

FRANCIS, NORMAN C.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E195 [5MR]

FRANK, JESSIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E7 [7JA]

FRANKEL, BRUCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2491 [16MR]

FRANKEL, LOIS (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

——— reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2032 [4FE]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2032 [4FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H1950 [2FE]

——— prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2097 [9FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H2188 [11FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2485 [12MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H949 [20JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2330 [25FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1977 [3FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: encourage reduction of disposable plastic products in units of National Park System (see H.R. 3604), H2188 [11FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1950 [2FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1173 [21JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Pool and Spa Safety Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4751), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H1923 [30JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

——— provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1956 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1314 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1314 [22JA], H1956 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1189 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1956 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H737, H797 [14JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H797 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H130 [7JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1314 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1956 [3FE]

Tributes

Berman, Lori, E226• [17MR]

Bonlarron, Todd, E223• [17MR]

Solyan, Bradley, H2173 [11FE]

FRANKENSTEIN, SARAH

Appointments

Commission on Civil Rights, S689 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

FRANKLIN, LaMARR

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S702 [26FE]

FRANKLIN, SCOTT (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2097 [9FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Energy: reestablish office relating to fusion (see H.R. 6709), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program for States to modernize criminal justice data infrastructure to facilitate automated record sealing and expungement (see H.R. 3111), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct physician or nurse practitioner employed by Dept., to certify death of veteran not later than 48 hours after learning of such death (see H.R. 4398), H2097 [9FE]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H2120 [10FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2188 [11FE]

FAA: limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see H.R. 4146), H1173 [21JA]

Federal firefighters: provide hazard pay for carrying out prescribed burns (see H.R. 5091), H2236 [20FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

NASA: establish Making Advancements in Commercial Hypersonics Program (see H.R. 477), H656 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H2119 [10FE]

——— allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2371 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (H.R. 7734), H2333 [26FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (H.R. 7464), H2119 [10FE]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H203 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1190 [22JA]

Tributes

Threlkel, Ellie, E186• [4MR]

FRANKS, TONY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E77 [27JA]

FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS

Bills and resolutions

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H910 [15JA]

Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (organization): dedication of Savannah, GA, chapter monuments, H1989 [4FE]

Chicago, IL: tribute to Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, E3 [6JA]

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Knights of Columbus (organization) Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

FRAUD ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

FRAUTSCHI, WALTER J. (JERRY)

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S702 [26FE]

FREDDIE MAC (Government-sponsored enterprise)

Bills and resolutions

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

FREE SPEECH FAIRNESS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

FREEDOM HOUSE AMBULANCE SERVICE

Bills and resolutions

Congressional Gold Medal: award (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FREEDOM HOUSE AMBULANCE SERVICE CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION

Bills and resolutions

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

Remarks in Senate

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

FREEDOM OF RELIGION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

——— restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

St. Paul, MN: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: tribute to International Religious Freedom Summit, H1970 [3FE]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

FREEDOM OF SPEECH

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Foreign countries: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128 [21JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1992 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2686 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

FREEDOM OF THE PRESS

Bills and resolutions

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

FREEING RESIDENTIAL AFFORDABLE MARKETS FROM EXCESS REGULATION (FRAMER) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

FREEMAN, FRANKIE M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2208 [12FE]

FRESNO, CA

Remarks in House

Maddy Institute: anniversary, E46 [15JA]

FREY, KEVIN

Articles and editorials

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

FRIEDLANDER, PAUL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E201 [9MR]

FRIEDMAN, LAURA (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2298 [24FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Azerbaijan: provide for review of sanctions (see H.R. 5369), H2236 [20FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to remove transportation barriers to accessing coronavirus vaccines for those from low-income or minority communities, or other communities with transportation barriers to health care access (see H.R. 6839), H949 [20JA]

——— carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2297 [24FE]

——— expand, and repeal certain changes to, drug price negotiation program, apply drug inflation rebates to commercial market, and establish out-of-pocket limits on drugs under private health insurance (see H.R. 6166), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H949 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H2097 [9FE]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: authorize real property to be transferred to certain entities for development of transit-oriented dwelling units (see H.R. 3459), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2598 [18MR]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see H. Con. Res. 70), H2033 [4FE]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H949 [20JA]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2422 [4MR]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H136 [7JA]

——— take urgent, coordinated action to address national housing crisis through preservation and production of affordable housing (see H. Res. 493), H1173 [21JA]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2120 [10FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2297 [24FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of medical nutrition therapy for individuals with eating disorders (see H.R. 2495), H2097 [9FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Office of Science and Technology Policy: develop consistent set of policy guidelines for Federal research agencies to address financial instability of graduate and postdoctoral researchers (see H.R. 3054), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (H.R. 7062), H894 [14JA]

FRIEL, KATHLEEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2534 [17MR]

FRIENDS OF CLUB 21 (organization)

Remarks in House

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

FRIENDS OF THE CHICAGO RIVER (organization)

Remarks in House

International River Foundation: Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

FRIERSON, WILLIAM J., SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E13 [8JA]

FROST, MAXWELL (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2531 [16MR]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H657 [12JA]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H922 [15JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish direct care registered nurse-to-patient staffing ratio requirements in hospitals (see H.R. 3415), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2598 [18MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H2032 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2477 [9MR]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H2477 [9MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Peacebuilding: establish (see H.R. 1111), H2598 [18MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FDA: require label of drug intended for human use to identify each ingredient that is, or is derived directly or indirectly from, major food allergen or gluten-containing grain (see H.R. 3821), H2370 [3MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Freedom of religion: ensure laws intended to protect religious freedom do not infringe upon laws intended to protect civil rights (see H.R. 1954), H2370 [3MR]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2477 [9MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H13 [6JA]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2530 [16MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H2033 [4FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2477 [9MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: limit donations for public property, building, or fixture at White House, Naval Observatory, or certain other public property, or for monuments to living Presidents, Vice Presidents, or appointees (see H.R. 6085), H136 [7JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 1197), H135 [7JA]

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H894 [14JA]

SSA: establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2622 [19MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H135 [7JA]

——— establish refundable tax credit for residential energy expenditures (see H.R. 6758), H895 [14JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H895 [14JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program under Community Development Block Grant program to incentivize State laws that enable residents to purchase manufactured housing communities (see H.R. 8047), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

Firearms: improve licensing requirements for retail sale of firearms (see H.R. 7135), H924 [16JA]

——— prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 7691), H2329 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program under Community Development Block Grant program to incentivize State laws that enable residents to purchase manufactured housing communities (H.R. 8047), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (H.R. 7765), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (H.R. 7358), H2031 [4FE]

Firearms: improve licensing requirements for retail sale of firearms (H.R. 7135), H924 [16JA]

——— prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

Lists

Central Florida African American inspirational leaders, E134• [12FE]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2189 [12FE], E134• [12FE]

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2428, H2431 [5MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2003, H2004, H2006, H2007 [4FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2192, H2193 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2112 [10FE]

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134• [12FE]

Florida Citrus Sports (organization): anniversary, E123• [10FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H145 [8JA]

Tributes

Cole, Edward, E41• [14JA]

FRY, RUSSELL (a Representative from South Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2221 [12FE]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H616 [9JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2474 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H925 [16JA]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H129 [7JA]

Murrells Inlet, SC: opening of Brookgreen Gardens Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27• [12JA]

Tributes

Floyd, C. Edward, H1337 [22JA]

Hawn, Carroll E., Jr. (Ed), E257• [24MR]

Orlowski, Diane, H2560 [18MR]

Ruth, Charles, H2013 [4FE]

Thompson, Lonnie, H2668 [24MR]

FUELING OPTIMAL OUTCOMES THROUGH DIET (FOOD) FOR HEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

FUELS see Coal; Electric Power; Natural Gas; Nuclear Energy; Petroleum; Power Resources

FULCHER, RUSS (a Representative from Idaho)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: establish Federal penalties for knowing and intentional administration of any abortion-inducing drug to woman without her informed consent if drug has been shipped or transported in interstate commerce (see H.R. 6466), H656 [12JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2336 [2MR]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H922 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of State: designate certain Iranian proxy organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 2581), H2623 [19MR]

——— prohibit employees, and persons and entities awarded grants or contracts, from censoring free speech of U.S. citizens (see H.R. 3719), H2551 [17MR]

EPA: exclude certain units of facilities from definition of solid waste incineration unit (see H.R. 6566), H895 [14JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2370 [3MR]

Firearms: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H2551 [17MR]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2552 [17MR]

Health: codify rule requiring hospitals and insurers disclose discounted cash pricing and negotiated rates to consumers (see H.R. 5582), H925 [16JA]

Insurance: ensure competition in health insurance markets (see H.R. 8082), H2710 [25MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H136 [7JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2097 [9FE]

Nonprofit organizations: specify that Council on American-Islamic Relations and similar organizations shall not be treated as 501(c)(3) organizations (see H.R. 5890), H2336 [2MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H949 [20JA]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2336 [2MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H949 [20JA]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

Terrorism: designate certain individuals as specially designated global terrorists (see H.R. 6230), H2370 [3MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CFTC: reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (see H.R. 8007), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CFTC: reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (H.R. 8007), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (H.R. 7031), H718 [13JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

FULGHUM, JAMES R. (RABBIT)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2600 [19MR]

FULL COST OF WAR ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

FULLERTON, CA

Remarks in House

East Fullerton Little League: anniversary, H2190 [12FE]

FULTON, MO

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Reports filed

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

FUNDAMENTAL IMMIGRATION FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

FUNDRAISING

Bills and resolutions

Taxation: provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Danny Fund, Inc.: tribute, H604 [9JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

FUNERALS see Cemeteries and Funerals

FUNSTON, DAVID

Remarks in House

California: parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA, INC.

Proclamations

National FBLA Week: Representative Murphy, E124 [10FE]

FUTURE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INNOVATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

GABER, SHARON

Remarks in House

Charlotte Business Journal (publication): Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

Tribute, H1176 [22JA]

GADSON, HERBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E18 [8JA]

GAFFNEY, SC

Remarks in House

Carolina Rising Museum: tribute, H2375 [4MR]

GALLARDO, GYPSY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E238 [19MR]

GALLEGO, RUBEN (a Senator from Arizona)

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S17 [5JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1133, S1134, S1136 [17MR], S1284 [18MR], S1388, S1410 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Armed Forces: expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S709 [26FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S17 [5JA]

Camp Lejeune Justice Act: technical corrections (see S. 907), S959 [10MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see S. 3715), S344 [28JA]

Crime: criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S916 [9MR]

——— establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see S. 3397), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S960 [10MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see S. 3360), S346 [28JA]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (see S. 3578), S490 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S883 [5MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S1092 [17MR]

FDA: establish additional authorities regarding conduct of pediatric investigations of molecularly targeted drugs to treat cancer (see S. 3302), S378 [29JA]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S344 [28JA]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Immigration: exempt unaccompanied alien children from certain fees tied to humanitarian protection, cancel funding for body examinations of children in custody, and prohibit sharing of sponsor information (see S. 3322), S50 [6JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S652 [24FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S534 [9FE]

National Archives and Records Administration: establish Missing Armed Forces and Civilian Personnel Records Collection (see S. 3226), S442 [2FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S346 [28JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SEC: address exemption of, and reporting by, certain private fund advisers (see S. 3880), S609 [12FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1369 [19MR]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see S. 761), S578 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S916 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (see S. 4126), S1090 [17MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during shutdown (see S. 4174), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Labor: require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see S. 4031), S915 [9MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

SEC: require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

Taxation: establish New Child Tax Credit and provide for American Dream Accounts (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S80 [7JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S80 [7JA], S1021 [12MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S80 [7JA]

Votes: position on missed, S1578 [24MR]

GALLOWAY, GERARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2553 [18MR]

GAMBLING

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

——— prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

Taxation: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H251 [8JA]

Remarks in House

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

GANJEI, NICHOLAS J.

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450, S451 [3FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

GARAMENDI, JOHN (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H1950 [2FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H1977 [3FE]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2330 [25FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2598 [18MR]

Immigration: provide that alien may request that removal proceeding take place through video conference or through telephone conference (see H.R. 6349), H2033 [4FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H895 [14JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2235 [20FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1916 [27JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H1923 [30JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2297 [24FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1916 [27JA]

State Justice Institute: establish State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center (see H.R. 4602), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2422 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

White House: apply certain National Historic Preservation Act requirements (see H.R. 6761), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H240 [8JA]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149• [20FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H240 [8JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H805 [14JA]

Votes: position on missed, E111• [5FE]

Tributes

Knapp, Michael W., E34• [13JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H234 [8JA]

Nesselrodt, Ryan, E21• [9JA]

Smith, Justin, E19• [9JA]

Soskin, Betty Reid, H910 [15JA], E36• [13JA]

GARBAGE see Refuse Disposal

GARBARINO, ANDREW R. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit commercial greyhound racing, live lure training, and open field coursing (see H.R. 5017), H1923 [30JA]

Armed Forces: provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H1977 [3FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Construction industries: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials for purposes of Build America, Buy America Act (see H.R. 3933), H1923 [30JA]

Crowther, Welles R.: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5519), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see H.R. 7062), H2033 [4FE]

EPA: control exports of electronic waste to ensure that such waste does not become source of counterfeit goods that may reenter U.S. military and civilian electronics supply chains (see H.R. 2998), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H616 [9JA]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2033 [4FE]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see H.R. 7718), H2371 [3MR]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H2421 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2097 [9FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H135 [7JA]

SEC: adopt data protection policies for information received from investment advisers (see H.R. 6161), H136 [7JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (H.R. 6961), H135 [7JA]

Motions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Remarks

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2383 [4MR]

GARCIA, FELIX J.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

GARCIA, FRANK

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of State for African Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

GARCÍA, JESÚS G. ‘‘CHUY’’ (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H2097 [9FE]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H1352 [22JA]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H1173 [21JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2474 [5MR]

Defense Health Agency: restore appropriations for research, development, test, and evaluation, including Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (see H.R. 3906), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2474 [5MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H253 [8JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H253 [8JA]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1923 [30JA]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2474 [5MR]

——— issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H2033 [4FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H949 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H925 [16JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2473 [5MR]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2042 [5FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

——— rescind State and local immigration enforcement authority and clarify that immigration enforcement is solely function of Federal Government (see H.R. 6890), H253 [8JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H2097 [9FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

——— prohibit no-knock warrants (see H.R. 6579), H136 [7JA]

Medicaid: repeal prohibition on making payments to certain health care entities (see H.R. 4796), H949 [20JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H2474 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

SSA: establish Office of Universal Child Assistance (see H.R. 6235), H1950 [2FE]

——— establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2473 [5MR]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2236 [20FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (H.R. 7032), H718 [13JA]

Remarks

Chicago, IL: anniversary of Food Market La Chiquita (business), H594 [9JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H1980 [4FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H722 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H722 [14JA]

Tributes

Garcia, Rick, H1980 [4FE]

Rose, Derrick M., H1176 [22JA]

GARCIA, RICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1980 [4FE], E56 [20JA]

GARCIA, ROBERT (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H949 [20JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: include affordable housing incentives in certain capital investment grants (see H.R. 4576), H2236 [20FE]

——— issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2236 [20FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: establish grant pilot program to provide child care for children of officers to accommodate shift work and nontraditional work hours and enhance recruitment and retention of such officers (see H.R. 3304), H2336 [2MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.N.: restore funding for U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) (see H.R. 2411), H2711 [25MR]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H922 [15JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (H.R. 7827), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2004 [4FE]

GARCIA, RUBEN, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E152 [23FE]

GARCIA, SYLVIA R. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animal Welfare Act: expand and improve Attorney General enforcement capabilities relative to seizure and removal of abused animals (see H.R. 3112), H1916 [27JA]

Animals: prohibit slaughter of equines for human consumption (see H.R. 1661), H2235 [20FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H1949 [2FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H13 [6JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

——— expand national apprenticeship system to include recruitment, employment, and on-the-job training of African Americans and develop equitable hiring standards to safeguard apprentice diversity (see H.R. 6725), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H2032 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of lead ammunition on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands (see H.R. 6268), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

——— prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity in connection with furnishing of health care (see H.R. 5635), H2120 [10FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H2033 [4FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H2229 [17FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H925 [16JA]

Freedom Riders: award Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of unique contribution to civil rights, which inspired revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel (see H.R. 945), H2229 [17FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: limit transfer of defense articles and defense services (see H.R. 3565), H656 [12JA]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H253 [8JA]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

SSA: establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2097 [9FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2371 [3MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 3310), H1352 [22JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HUD: review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (H.R. 7344), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (H.R. 7252), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2017 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2017 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, H2392• [4MR]

Tributes

Colbert, Cynthia Nunes, E239• [19MR]

Johnson, Lawrence J., E48• [16JA]

GARDEN & GUN (publication)

Articles and editorials

Beloved Oak Fell, and Oxford Rose. What Happened When ‘‘Thunder Ice’’ Came to My Home in Mississippi, S481 [4FE]

GARDEN GROVE, CA

Remarks in House

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170 [26FE]

GARDNER, MA

Remarks in House

Growing Places (organization): tribute, H2345 [3MR]

GARRETSON, ELIJAH M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E157 [24FE]

GARZA, TRINIDAD (TRINI)

Remarks in House

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224 [17MR]

GAS PRICES RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

GASKILL, STACY

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, E188 [4MR]

GASTONIA, NC

Remarks in House

Hunter Huss High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, H2488 [16MR]

GATEWAY ARCH PARK FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

National Park Service: enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5254, Gateway Partnership Act, H2519 [16MR]

GATEWAY PARTNERSHIP ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5254, provisions, H2519 [16MR]

GATT see Treaties and Agreements

GAUSE, PEGGY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E259 [24MR]

GEHRY, FRANK O.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E16 [8JA]

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Credit: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Public buildings: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (see H.R. 7388), H2040 [5FE]

Real estate: provide for temporary adjustment to prospectus thresholds for certain GSA projects (see S. 3789), S509 [5FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Public Building Service: report to Congress on state of real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2648, H2649 [24MR]

Public buildings: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (H.R. 7388), H2650, H2651 [24MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Smart Space Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7388) (H. Rept. 119–562), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 6480, report to Congress on state of GSA Public Building Service real estate portfolio, H2648 [24MR]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

H.R. 7388, Smart Space Act, H2650 [24MR]

GENOCIDE

Bills and resolutions

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), H2172 [11FE]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), S728 [2MR]

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 72, use of Capitol Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust, H2172 [11FE]

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

GENOMIC ANSWERS FOR CHILDREN’S HEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

GEORGETOWN, OH

Bills and resolutions

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

GEORGETOWN, TX

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic in Georgetown, TX, as major medical facility project (see H.R. 7489), H2185 [11FE]

GEORGIA (country)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Iran: Georgian Dream party support for terrorist regime, H2667 [24MR]

GEORGIA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Harn, Barbara: Georgia Hospital Association James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

NeSmith, Seth: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero award recipient, H1159 [21JA]

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Education: tribute to Ethics Bowl team, H2591 [18MR]

GEORGIA (State)

Bills and resolutions

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (organization): dedication of Savannah, GA, chapter monuments, H1989 [4FE]

Augusta University: tribute to Georgia Legislative Internship Program student participants, H2416 [4MR]

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Burns, Mark: Living Legends of Aviation (organization) inductee, H2102 [10FE]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Doleman, Dan, Jr.: Columbus, GA, Holsey Monumental Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church Living Legend Award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Ford, Kay: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

Glennville, GA: Bland Farms recipient of Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award, H2415 [4MR]

Hanley, Matt: inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

Harn, Barbara: Georgia Hospital Association James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

Kemp, Brian: Safari Club International Governor of the Year award recipient, H2586 [18MR]

Lee, Kendria: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Emerging Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Parker, Greg: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Pooler, GA: reopening of Miss Sophie’s restaurant, H2414 [4MR]

Savannah, GA: anniversary of Gallery 209 (art gallery), H664 [13JA]

——— inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

Taylor, Elana Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2101 [10FE], H2414 [4MR]

Taylor, Elena Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E231 [18MR]

Tiger, GA: tribute to Rabun County High School boys’ basketball team, H2607 [19MR]

Travel and tourism: inclusion of golf courses in Golfweek (publication) Top 200 resort golf courses list, H1126 [21JA]

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

WECC–Radio (Folkston, GA): tribute, H2593 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

FBI: operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

GEORGIA TREND MAGAZINE

Remarks in House

Hanley, Matt: inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

GEOTHERMAL POWER OPPORTUNITY WITH EXPANDED REGIONS (GEO POWER) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

GEOTHERMAL STEAM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

GERMANY, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in House

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

GETTYSBURG, PA

Remarks in House

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK

Remarks in House

Monuments and Memorials: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

GHANA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

GIACONA, MATTHEW N.

Letters

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf, S92 [7JA]

GIANNINI, KATE

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: Fulbright Specialist Award recipient, H618 [12JA]

GIBBENS, LISA

Bills and resolutions

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

GIBSON, ANNA

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, S500 [5FE]

——— tribute to Wyoming participants, S660, S661 [25FE]

GIBSON, ROBERT (GIBBY)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E48 [16JA]

GIBSON, VANESSA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2535 [17MR]

GIFFORDS, GABRIELLE (a former Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions relative to

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

GILBERT, OLIVER G., III

Remarks in House

5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Inc.: Congressional Award recipient, E208 [12MR]

GILCHRIST, KATE

Remarks in House

Emerging Young Artist award: recipient, H2106 [10FE]

GILL, BRANDON (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2225 [13FE]

English language: reaffirm as official language of U.S., establish uniform English language rule for naturalization, and avoid misconstructions of English language texts of U.S. laws (see H.R. 1772), H2097 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H656 [12JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2422 [4MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Information technology: hold technology companies accountable for failure to remove child sexual abuse material from their networks and require reports on efforts to keep children safe from online predators (see H.R. 3921), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H2188 [11FE]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (H.R. 7063), H894 [14JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H1351 [22JA]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002, H2008 [4FE]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

Tributes

Gormley, Brenda, E26• [12JA]

GILL, TIM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E230 [18MR]

GILLEN, LAURA (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see H.R. 3246), H13 [6JA]

Armed Forces: require pilot program on activities under pre-separation transition process of members for reduction in suicide among veterans (see H.R. 2878), H616 [9JA]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H135 [7JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see H.R. 6732), H657 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (see H.R. 6715), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2298 [24FE]

——— include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: collect and disseminate information on concussion and traumatic brain injury among public safety officers (see H.R. 2830), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish program to insure certain second liens secured against property for purpose of financing accessory dwelling unit construction (see H.R. 4568), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish grant program to provide funding for memorials honoring veterans, law enforcement officers, and firefighters (see H.R. 4268), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct pilot program on providing access to senior exercise program for enrolled veterans (see H.R. 6649), H1923 [30JA]

——— conduct review on opioid overdose deaths among veterans (see H.R. 5919), H1916 [27JA]

——— establish patient outreach system relative to mental health care (see H.R. 553), H1922 [30JA]

——— establish program to provide information on professional experiences of certain veterans and members of Armed Forces to prospective employers (see H.R. 6650), H1923 [30JA]

——— improve efficiency of adjudications and appeals of claims for benefits (see H.R. 3835), H1949 [2FE]

——— increase amount of educational assistance paid to eligible individual during first year of full-time program of apprenticeship or other on-job training (see H.R. 982), H13 [6JA]

EPA: reauthorize pilot program for alternative water source projects (see H.R. 6075), H1916 [27JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2330 [25FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see H.R. 6719), H657 [12JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H135 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2259 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: add physical therapists to list of health care providers allowed to utilize locum tenens (substitute) arrangements (see H.R. 1517), H135 [7JA]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

NSF: establish National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (see H.R. 2385), H1173 [21JA]

Russia: designate as state sponsor of terrorism (see H.R. 5797), H13 [6JA]

SBA: adjust sole-source contract thresholds for service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns (see H.R. 6648), H1923 [30JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2259 [23FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

FAA: ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (H.R. 7679), H2329 [25FE]

FAA: ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (H.R. 7275), H1922 [30JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H669 [13JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1298 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1298 [22JA]

Liu, Alysa: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2455 [5MR]

McAvoy, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2454 [5MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2412 [4MR]

Tributes

Kerr, Michael H., H670 [13JA]

GILLIARD, CARL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

GILLIBRAND, KIRSTEN E. (a Senator from New York)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S846 [4MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S355 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S1545 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S1048 [12MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S1206 [18MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: conduct study on Holocaust educational efforts in public elementary and secondary schools (see S. 332), S510 [5FE]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see S. 942), S651 [24FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Energy and NSF: improve coordination on activities carried out under National Quantum Initiative Program (see S. 1343), S1091 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see S. 494), S916 [9MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see S. 2212), S378 [29JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S346 [28JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, cosponsorship withdrawn (see S. 1383), S682 [25FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

FDA: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S345 [28JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see S. 455), S378 [29JA]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures, make certain disclosures, and establish criminal penalties for solicitation or production of sexual content (see S. 3062), S883 [5MR]

Insurance: prohibit group health plans and group or individual health insurance issuers from imposing cost-sharing requirements for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations (see S. 1500), S291 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see S. Res. 525), S1444 [20MR]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S708 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see S. 844), S1368 [19MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S51 [6JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S116 [8JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S258 [15JA]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see S. 3442), S346 [28JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see S. 1763), S116 [8JA]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see S. 1773), S220 [14JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S510 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S578 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see S. 3897), S650 [24FE]

NIST: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1330 [19MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1330 [19MR]

GILMORE, GREGORY

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S705 [26FE]

GIMENEZ, CARLOS A. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: allow for certain fee agreements for services rendered in preparation, presentation, and prosecution of initial claims and supplemental claims for benefits (see H.R. 3132), H2628 [20MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

Schools: reduce losses of life through better school safety standards and responses (see H.R. 6809), H949 [20JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2598 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Remarks

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216• [16MR]

GIRALDO-SANTIAGO, NATALIA

Remarks in House

Council for Opportunity in Education: National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160 [24FE]

GIRARD, KALEB

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S230 [15JA]

GIRL SCOUTS OF THE USA

Bills and resolutions

Anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Brandon, MS: anniversary of Girl Scout Camp Wahi, E177 [3MR]

Navab, Mehri: Girl Scouts National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award recipient, H728 [14JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 641, anniversary, S1050 [12MR]

GIVEN, MARTIN L. (MICK)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E232 [18MR]

GLENCOE, MN

Remarks in House

Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter: National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award recipient, H2262 [24FE]

GLENN, AMBER

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2012 [4FE]

GLENNVILLE, GA

Remarks in House

Bland Farms: Vidalia Onion Committee Grower of the Year Award recipient, H2415 [4MR]

GLOBAL INVESTMENT IN AMERICAN JOBS ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Texts of

S. 2563, provisions, S1522 [22MR]

GLOBAL WARMING see Ecology and Environment

GLOUCESTER, MA

Remarks in House

Ships and vessels: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

GLOUCESTER, VA

Remarks in House

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital: tribute to inclusion in Chartis Center for Rural Health Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals list, E207 [12MR]

GLOVER, CHET

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

GNODTKE, WILLIAM H.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E226 [17MR]

GOEDKE, JENNIFER A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E46 [15JA]

GOETHALS, GREGORY M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E37 [13JA]

GOFF, JOHNNIE R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2176 [11FE]

GOINS, RENEE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E184 [4MR]

GOLDEN, CO

Remarks in House

Gaskill, Stacy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

GOLDEN, JARED F. (a Representative from Maine)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: support small and very small meat and poultry processing establishments (see H.R. 3076), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: modify procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 6446), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

——— improve collection and analysis of data regarding certain suicides by veterans (see H.R. 6000), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H719 [13JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2598 [18MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2530 [16MR]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2598 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H656 [12JA]

Social Security: limit recovery of certain overpayments to ten-year period (see H.R. 2142), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2221 [12FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— improve obstetric emergency care (see H.R. 1254), H656 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (H.R. 7735), H2333 [26FE]

GOLDMAN, ADAM

Remarks in Senate

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

GOLDMAN, CRAIG A. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit use of Federal funds to assist illegal alien in accessing covered abortion services (see H.R. 6191), H2033 [4FE]

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2712 [25MR]

Business and industry: promote transparency and accountability in covered digital labor platform work, cosponsorship withdrawn (see H.R. 6646), H253 [8JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Commerce: establish Kids Internet Safety Partnership to identify and advance best practices relative to online safety of minors (see H.R. 6437), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2298 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2188 [11FE]

FCC: prohibit application of private land use restrictions to amateur service communications without reasonable accommodations (see H.R. 1094), H135 [7JA]

Federal employees: provide that civilian service as temporary employee after certain date may be creditable service under Federal Employees Retirement System (H.R. 1522), cosponsorship withdrawn (see H.R. 1522), H2623 [19MR]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2371 [3MR]

Native Americans: ensure all federally recognized Tribes that are eligible for gaming in U.S. are regulated under Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (see H.R. 3723), H2336 [2MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H895 [14JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2473 [5MR]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2422 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Federal agencies and departments: require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H717 [13JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal agencies and departments: require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 7034), H718 [13JA]

Remarks

Aledo, TX: tribute to opening of Aledo Municipal Complex, E164• [25FE]

Alexander, Abraham: Lone Star Film Festival Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41• [14JA]

Fort Worth, TX: anniversary of Sanders Travel Centre, E42• [14JA]

——— tribute to All Saints’ Episcopal School football team, E165• [25FE]

——— tribute to Trinity Valley School girls’ soccer team, E163• [25FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2302 [25FE]

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163• [25FE]

Parker County, TX: anniversary of Parker County Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce, E165• [25FE]

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164• [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164• [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164• [25FE]

Standard Meat Co.: anniversary, E40• [14JA]

Texas Christian University: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166• [25FE]

Tributes

Adragna, Joseph, III, E158• [24FE]

Green, Avery, E39• [14JA]

Jameson, Bob, E164• [25FE]

GOLDMAN, DANIEL S. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit interference, under color of State law, with provision of interstate abortion services (see H.R. 4099), H656 [12JA]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H657 [12JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Azerbaijan: provide for review of sanctions (see H.R. 5369), H2712 [25MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

——— ensure availability of opioid antagonists at Federal correctional facilities (see H.R. 6789), H253 [8JA]

Business and industry: prohibit certain uses of automated decision systems by employers (see H.R. 6371), H1923 [30JA]

——— promote transparency and accountability in covered digital labor platform work (see H.R. 6646), H616 [9JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H1977 [3FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2531 [16MR]

——— remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to States to support efforts to increase teacher salaries (see H.R. 2021), H2370 [3MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish universal child care and early learning programs (see H.R. 5658), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H1916 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: allow use of certain grants for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see H.R. 6908), H1923 [30JA]

——— award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H925 [16JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1923 [30JA]

——— establish task force to combat rising elder abuse of LGBTQI+ individuals (see H.R. 3811), H2032 [4FE]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— issue occupational safety and health rule that requires covered health care and social service employers to adopt comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan (see H.R. 2531), H719 [13JA]

——— list employers that relocate call centers overseas, make such companies ineligible for Federal grants and loans, and require call center employees to disclose their physical location (see H.R. 4954), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of State: improve implementation of seizure of Russian sovereign assets for benefit of Ukraine (see H.R. 5835), H2677 [24MR]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H922 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

——— include representative of National Association of State Veterans Homes on Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee (see H.R. 785), H2097 [9FE]

——— reimburse State homes for cost of, or furnish to State homes, certain costly medications provided to veterans who receive nursing home care in such State homes (see H.R. 1970), H2297 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H925 [16JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2120 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for national research program to examine nature, causes, consequences, and prevention of violence and unintended injury and death relative to gun ownership, use, and trafficking (see H.R. 5622), H719 [13JA]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Health: prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit limitation of access to assisted reproductive technology and all medically necessary care surrounding such technology (see H.R. 2049), H949 [20JA]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2677 [24MR]

Honduras: condemn pardon of Juan O. Hernández and reaffirm commitment of U.S. to cooperate and partner with Honduran government to counter narcotics (see H. Res. 929), H253 [8JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Howie, Thomas D.: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 5934), H2297 [24FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H1950 [2FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2259 [23FE]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see H.R. 7718), H2371 [3MR]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H895 [14JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2097 [9FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: extend funding for Historic Preservation Fund (see H.R. 3418), H2551 [17MR]

——— prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H922 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Research: ensure that non-animal methods for regulatory testing are used in lieu of animal tests whenever scientifically satisfactory non-animal test methods are available and meet regulatory requirements (see H.R. 6660), H2484 [12MR]

Russia: designate as state sponsor of terrorism (see H.R. 5797), H13 [6JA]

——— designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2330 [25FE]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2628 [20MR]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2235 [20FE]

Taxation: equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see H.R. 5336), H2033 [4FE]

——— expand ability to expense certain qualified productions (see H.R. 4840), H2551 [17MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Unemployment: provide that individuals engaged in labor disputes may receive unemployment benefits (see H.R. 5206), H656 [12JA]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2484 [12MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: allow public housing projects under rental demonstration program to retain prior approval of housing plans (see H.R. 7869), H2476 [9MR]

——— permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2030 [4FE]

Government: prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see H.R. 7575), H2224 [13FE]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (H.R. 7033), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (H.R. 7427), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: allow public housing projects under rental demonstration program to retain prior approval of housing plans (H.R. 7869), H2477 [9MR]

——— permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (H.R. 7360), H2031 [4FE]

Government: prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (H.R. 7575), H2225 [13FE]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (H.R. 7659), H2297 [24FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (H.R. 7692), H2329 [25FE]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (H.R. 7536), H2220 [12FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2537 [17MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H242 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2557 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H242 [8JA]

Taxation: ensure high-income individuals pay their fair share of taxes (H.R. 6438), H2537 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

Votes: position on missed, H647• [12JA], H2204• [12FE], H2666• [24MR]

GOLDSBORO, NC

Remarks in House

Goldsboro High School: tribute to girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

GOLDSTEIN, PAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H150 [8JA]

GOLFWEEK (publication)

Remarks in House

Georgia: inclusion of golf courses in Golfweek (publication) Top 200 resort golf courses list, H1126 [21JA]

GOMEZ, CORA VIGIL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2380 [4MR]

GOMEZ, JIMMY (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2033 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H2677 [24MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government: prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see H.R. 7575), H2236 [20FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2097 [9FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2188 [11FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2236 [20FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2485 [12MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2484 [12MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2531 [16MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit use of Federal funding to facilitate invasion, annexation, purchase, or other form of acquisition of Greenland (see H.R. 7013), H655 [12JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Foreign policy: prohibit use of Federal funding to facilitate invasion, annexation, purchase, or other form of acquisition of Greenland (H.R. 7013), H656 [12JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2410 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Los Angeles, CA: anniversary of Arroyo Vista Family Health Center, E56• [20JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2410 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2083• [9FE], H2277• [24FE]

GOMEZ, OTONIEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1988 [4FE]

GONZAGA UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

GONZALES, TONY (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1173 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H1949 [2FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2421 [4MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1916 [27JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (see H.R. 7285), H1921 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

Committees of the House: remove from certain committees (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (H.R. 7098), H920 [15JA]

——— authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (H.R. 7285), H1922 [30JA]

Tributes

Borrego, Ramon A. (Ray), E49• [16JA]

Camacho, Isaac, E47• [16JA]

Mitchell, Darrin, E50• [16JA]

Shelton, Jim, E62• [21JA]

GONZALEZ, HECTOR

Remarks in House

Tribute, E41 [14JA]

GONZALEZ, MOISSES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E67 [22JA]

GONZALEZ, VICENTE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Defense: provide information on relocation assistance programs when member of Armed Forces receives orders for change of permanent station (see H.R. 3566), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: authorize grants to provide treatment for diabetes in urban and rural communities (see H.R. 6241), H1173 [21JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: ensure stability in payments to home health agencies (see H.R. 5142), H2370 [3MR]

——— include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for purposes of annual wellness visit (see H.R. 1171), H894 [14JA]

——— provide coverage of dental, vision, and hearing care (see H.R. 2045), H949 [20JA]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H2474 [5MR]

——— provide for rebate by manufacturers for selected drugs and biological products subject to maximum fair price negotiation (see H.R. 4299), H2032 [4FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H1352 [22JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— mint coins in commemoration of women who contributed to home front during World War II (see H.R. 429), H135 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (H.R. 7939), H2530 [16MR]

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks

Brownsville, TX: anniversary, E105• [4FE]

——— tribute to Hands Across the Border ceremony, E154• [23FE]

Texas Southmost College: anniversary, E199• [9MR]

Tributes

Avilés, Mario A., E32• [13JA]

Carrillo, Jaime E., E215• [16MR]

Garcia, Ruben, Jr., E152• [23FE]

Gonzalez, Hector, E41• [14JA]

Gonzalez, Moisses, E67• [22JA]

Lile, Bradley, E267• [25MR]

Mendoza, Lionel, E75• [27JA]

Olivo, Nelda, E83• [30JA]

Vasquez, Rene, E219• [16MR]

GOOD, RENEE N.

Articles and editorials

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

GOODEN, LANCE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit captivity of mink (see H.R. 6513), H2236 [20FE]

ATF: provide accountability for unlawful disclosures of firearm trace data in Firearms Trace System database (see H.R. 1698), H2333 [26FE]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see H.R. 7730), H2677 [24MR]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Copyrights: provide fair treatment of radio stations and artists for use of sound recordings (see H.R. 861), H2225 [13FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H921 [15JA]

——— increase transparency and oversight of third-party funding of litigation by foreign persons and prohibit third-party funding of litigation by foreign states and sovereign wealth funds (see H.R. 2675), H2221 [12FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal, State, and local efforts to combat access device fraud (see H.R. 3810), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2336 [2MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2033 [4FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see H.R. 631), H2330 [25FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: adjust payment for skin substitute products (see H.R. 6852), H1977 [3FE]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2677 [24MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2336 [2MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: establish tax on income from litigation which is received by third-party entities that provided financing for such litigation (see H.R. 3512), H2225 [13FE]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (H.R. 7612), H2235 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (H.R. 7387), H2041 [5FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (H.R. 7035), H718 [13JA]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (H.R. 7361), H2031 [4FE]

Tributes

Smith, James, Jr., E256• [24MR]

Tisdale, Donald, E97• [3FE]

GOODLANDER, MAGGIE (a Representative from New Hampshire)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2298 [24FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2236 [20FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1950 [2FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1352 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of HUD: provide grants to local governments relative to pre-reviewed designs for mixed-income housing (see H.R. 5907), H2097 [9FE]

——— update definition of manufactured home (see H.R. 6293), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide for qualified accreditation and re-certification of local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 3366), H1916 [27JA]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Depts. of Agriculture, HUD, and Veterans Affairs: submit report on improving collaboration in housing programs (see H.R. 5429), H2297 [24FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects (see H.R. 4989), H2097 [9FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H925 [16JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H13 [6JA]

First responders: support infrastructure investment in small law enforcement agencies and small fire departments (see H.R. 2979), H1916 [27JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H2120 [10FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2484 [12MR]

Real estate: require Government-sponsored enterprises to include disclaimer on Uniform Residential Loan Application to increase awareness of Dept. of Veterans Affairs direct and guaranteed home loan programs (see H.R. 2362), H2297 [24FE]

SBA: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 5145), H136 [7JA]

——— impose excise tax on failure of certain hedge funds owning excess single-family residences to dispose of such residences (see H.R. 1745), H925 [16JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (H.R. 7537), H2220 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (H.R. 7099), H921 [15JA]

GORCZYK, JASON

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

GORDLY, AVEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2548 [17MR], E173 [3MR]

GORDLY, AVEL L.

Obituaries

Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Tribute, E210 [12MR]

GORE, ALBERT

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1996 [4FE]

GORMAN, SHERIDAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2706 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1573 [24MR]

GORMLEY, BRENDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E26 [12JA]

GOSAR, PAUL A. (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H657 [12JA]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H616 [9JA]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2221 [12FE]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (see H.R. 6225), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit entry of aliens who adhere to Sharia law (see H.R. 5722), H2370 [3MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (see H.R. 4294), H925 [16JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2485 [12MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2711 [25MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (H.R. 7430), H2096 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (H.R. 7678), H2329 [25FE]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1153 [21JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H237 [8JA]

GOTTHEIMER, JOSH (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H2259 [23FE]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2259 [23FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H2236 [20FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2259 [23FE]

China: require report on purchases of Iranian oil and support from entities and individuals for Iranian ballistic missile program (see H.R. 6528), H136 [7JA]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H2235 [20FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2297 [24FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare (see H.R. 5913), H925 [16JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H616 [9JA]

Crime: include additional items within definition of ‘‘restricted personal information’’ relative to protecting identity of police officers and their family members against cyberbullying attacks (see H.R. 4828), H2259 [23FE]

Crowther, Welles R.: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5519), H921 [15JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: appropriate funds to ensure uninterrupted benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 5950), H2225 [13FE]

——— extend and increase funding for Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program (see H.R. 5598), H1950 [2FE]

——— fund school lunch information clearinghouse (see H.R. 6307), H719 [13JA]

——— provide rural partnership program grants and rural partnership technical assistance grants (see H.R. 6041), H1916 [27JA]

——— reauthorize Community Connect Grant Program (see H.R. 6070), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2298 [24FE]

——— establish digital system for submission of complaints relating to access issues at military medical treatment facilities (see H.R. 6796), H136 [7JA]

——— include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H1916 [27JA]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2259 [23FE]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: redefine eligibility for airport-related Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation (TIFIA) Program projects (see H.R. 6168), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

——— ensure that sexual assault nurse examiners are employed at certain medical facilities (see H.R. 602), H1949 [2FE]

——— establish patient outreach system relative to mental health care (see H.R. 553), H1922 [30JA]

——— expand eligibility for presumption of service connection for diseases associated with herbicide exposure for certain veterans who served in Guam (see H.R. 2149), H2677 [24MR]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2259 [23FE]

——— improve eligibility of veterans to receive reimbursement for emergency treatment furnished through Veterans Community Care program (see H.R. 748), H2676 [24MR]

——— make grants to State and local entities to carry out peer-to-peer mental health programs (see H.R. 438), H1922 [30JA]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H2236 [20FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2236 [20FE]

FCC: provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

FDA: establish Abraham Accords Bureau to promote and facilitate cooperation with entities in Abraham Accords countries wishing to develop and sell products in U.S. (see H.R. 1794), H1922 [30JA]

——— expand types of devices for which required labeling may be made available solely by electronic means (see H.R. 1539), H2677 [24MR]

——— protect integrity of honey marketed in U.S. (see H.R. 2162), H2711 [25MR]

——— require label of drug intended for human use to identify each ingredient that is, or is derived directly or indirectly from, major food allergen or gluten-containing grain (see H.R. 3821), H2712 [25MR]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H1173 [21JA]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2235 [20FE]

Firearms: require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Freedom Riders: award Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of unique contribution to civil rights, which inspired revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel (see H.R. 945), H2119 [10FE]

FRS: index statutory thresholds (see H.R. 7056), H949 [20JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see H.R. 306), H1976 [3FE]

GAO: study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

——— study effectiveness of local alerting systems (see H.R. 1076), H949 [20JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H719 [13JA]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H949 [20JA]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H1916 [27JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H136 [7JA]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2552 [17MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2259 [23FE]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H2097 [9FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Lunar New Year Day: establish as Federal holiday (see H.R. 794), H2676 [24MR]

Medicaid: develop national quality standards for continuous skilled nursing services (see H.R. 6592), H136 [7JA]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H2623 [19MR]

——— direct Medicare Payment Advisory Commission to create model to carry out study and report relative to payment for emergency medical services (see H.R. 3443), H2259 [23FE]

——— ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H1977 [3FE]

——— ensure stability in payments to home health agencies (see H.R. 5142), H1950 [2FE]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H949 [20JA]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H2259 [23FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2298 [24FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

NIH: take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H719 [13JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: modify role and duties of U.S. Postal Service police officers (see H.R. 2095), H2484 [12MR]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H2297 [24FE]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H2297 [24FE]

SBA: require training on increasing contract awards to small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans (see H.R. 865), H1922 [30JA]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 5160), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2259 [23FE]

——— exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2711 [25MR]

Tobacco products: establish Federal multi-agency task force to combat illegal importation, distribution, and sale of e-cigarettes (see H.R. 6845), H2097 [9FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Ukraine: express that Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933 (Holodomor) should serve as reminder of repressive Soviet policies against people of Ukraine (see H. Res. 915), H136 [7JA]

Veterans: provide additional tool to prevent certain frauds against veterans (see H.R. 4169), H2484 [12MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

YMCA: anniversary (see H. Res. 1074), H2677 [24MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration: require enforcement reforms (see H.R. 7870), H2476 [9MR]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Taxation: establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (H.R. 7694), H2329 [25FE]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (H.R. 7465), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (H.R. 7100), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (H.R. 7428), H2096 [9FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (H.R. 7429), H2096 [9FE]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (H.R. 7693), H2329 [25FE]

Immigration: require enforcement reforms (H.R. 7870), H2477 [9MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (H.R. 7178), H1172 [21JA]

Taxation: establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (H.R. 7576), H2225 [13FE]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (H.R. 6979), H252 [8JA]

GOURLIE, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2011 [4FE]

GOVAN, THOMAS, JR.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE

Bills and resolutions

AID: submit report on effects of stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Coast Guard: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

Crime: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide for auditable financial statements (see S. 3902), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Federal employees: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Government: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Housing: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

——— identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (see S. 3969), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7596), H2228 [17FE]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

Pharmaceuticals: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Venezuela: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions, S1442 [20MR]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan, S675–S677 [25FE]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements, S530–S532 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Appalachian Regional Commission: conduct study on capability to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

Aviation: conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2655–H2657 [24MR]

Investments: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Texts of

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 6267, Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act, H2655 [24MR]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY PROJECT (organization)

Remarks in Senate

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES see Executive Departments; Federal Employees

GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS see Contracts

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES see Federal Employees

GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS see Public Documents

GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

CFTC: create Office of the Chief Economist (see H.R. 7488), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Colleges and universities: establish rules regarding eligibility of student athletes for intercollegiate athletics (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

——— establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Congress: require congressional approval of major Executive orders and major rules (see H.R. 6971), H134 [7JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02—Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed’’ (see S.J. Res. 143), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–02—Deceptive Marketing Practices About the Speed or Cost of Sending a Remittance Transfer’’ (see S.J. Res. 131), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–03—Unlawful and Unenforceable Contract Terms and Conditions’’ (see S.J. Res. 128), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Pay-to-Pay Fees’’ (see S.J. Res. 125), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents’’ (see S.J. Res. 132), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Background Screening’’ (see S.J. Res. 133), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 147), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

——— reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

——— strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Corps of Engineers: designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

——— increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

——— limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

——— remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

Crime: eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (see H.R. 7364), H2030 [4FE]

——— improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

——— increase penalties for terrorists (see H.R. 8040), H2674 [24MR]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

DEA: schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Defense Production Act Committee: require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of Commerce: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

——— permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

——— promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

——— eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Energy: establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

——— clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

——— require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: disapprove rule relative to modifications to enhanced supplementary leverage ratio standards for global systemically important bank holding companies (see S.J. Res. 110), S802 [4MR]

——— eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

——— preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

——— promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (see H.R. 7797), H2419 [4MR]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (see H.R. 7772), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

——— standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (see H.R. 6943), H11 [6JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Disasters: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Diseases and disorders: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

——— revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

——— clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

——— conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

——— exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (see H.R. 7554), H2219 [12FE]

——— exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

——— issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (see H.R. 7240), H1914 [27JA]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

——— promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

——— amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8087), H2710 [25MR]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

——— require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

——— require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

FEMA: require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

FERC: exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

——— apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (see H.R. 7888), H2476 [9MR]

——— expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

——— make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7887), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide Federal financial regulators with clawback authority over executive compensation and industry prohibition and civil money penalty authority over executives whose negligence caused losses (see H.R. 7886), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

——— require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Firearms: improve licensing requirements for retail sale of firearms (see H.R. 7135), H924 [16JA]

——— issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

FRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to the Large Financial Institution Rating System and Framework for the Supervision of Insurance Organizations’’ (see S.J. Res. 111), S802 [4MR]

——— require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

——— exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

——— impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

——— require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (see H.R. 7218), H1349 [22JA]

——— require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

——— require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

——— establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see S. 3657), S256 [15JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

——— establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

——— set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

SEC: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

——— establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

——— lower aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity necessary for issuer to qualify as well-known seasoned issuer (see S. 3749), S377 [29JA]

——— prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

——— raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

——— repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

——— specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Securities: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is relative to securities of issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

Small business: amend laws relative to small company capital formation (see S. 4170), S1580 [24MR]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax (see H.R. 7582), H2224 [13FE]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

——— increase standard deduction (see S. 4042), S958 [10MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (see H.R. 7820), H2470 [5MR]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189): CBO, H2196 [12FE]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions: David Powner, GAO, S1442 [20MR]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S530–S532 [9FE]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

——— several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2199 [12FE]

——— Elizabeth Murphy, Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund, H2195 [12FE]

——— Representative Hageman, H2198 [12FE]

——— several organizations, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

——— several Representatives, H2198 [12FE]

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

Bankruptcy: modify compensation payable to trustees serving in cases under chapter 7 and extend term of certain temporary offices of bankruptcy judges (S. 3424), H626–H628 [12JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H594, H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA], H1990 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

Dept. of State: proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

——— permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

——— prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

——— issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

——— authorize use of physical or digital copies of certain certificates for certain inspections (H.R. 2247), H2660, H2661 [24MR]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

——— publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

——— reduce waste, fraud, and abuse, H1980 [4FE]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Financial institutions: require appropriate Federal banking agencies to establish phase-in period for de novo financial institutions to comply with Federal capital standards and provide relief for de novo rural community banks, H2090 [9FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2190–H2204 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2076–H2078 [9FE]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Mental health: reduce barriers to mental health crisis intervention and treatment, H705 [13JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H129 [7JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S766 [3MR], S769 [4MR]

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S770 [4MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Ecology and environment: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72–S74 [7JA]

——— repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

FAA: anniversary of smoking ban on commercial airlines, S670 [25FE]

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (S. 3753), S420 [30JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (S. 3623), S230–S232 [15JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

——— reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S102 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (S. 3904), S653 [24FE]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S188 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2247) (H. Rept. 119–551), H2529 [16MR]

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Guidance Clarity Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Modern Worker Security Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Regulation A+ Improvement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H2269 [24FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2190 [12FE]

H.R. 2247, Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act, H2660 [24MR]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 3390, Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act, H2076 [9FE]

H.R. 3410, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, H2661 [24MR]

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H127 [7JA]

H.R. 4626, Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

H.R. 6460, Recreational Drone Empowerment Act, H2659 [24MR]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

S. 3424, Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act, H627 [12JA]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. 3895, Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act, S653 [24FE]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S.J. Res. 147, disapprove withdrawal of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule entitled ‘‘Statement of Policy Regarding Prohibition on Abusive Acts or Practices’’, S1617 [25MR]

GOVERNMENT SURVEILLANCE REFORM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR]

GOVERNMENT SURVEILLANCE TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE]

GOVERNMENT—U.S.

Amendments

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

——— express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR] (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Commission on American Civics Renewal: establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

——— advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

——— advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

——— advance sensible priorities (H.R. 6636), consideration (see H. Res. 1029), H1949 [2FE]

——— govern on behalf of American people (see H.R. 7007), H654 [12JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), consideration (see H. Res. 986), H655 [12JA]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

——— excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

——— prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Education: incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

Drugs: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

——— improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

——— limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— limit spending in last two months of fiscal year to no more than average spent per month during preceding months of fiscal year (see S. 4059), S1009 [11MR]

——— prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

——— require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

——— require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Freedom of speech: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: require congressional approval of major Executive orders and major rules (see H.R. 6971), H134 [7JA]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (see H.R. 7388), H2040 [5FE]

——— provide for temporary adjustment to prospectus thresholds for certain projects (see S. 3789), S509 [5FE]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Information technology: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Political ethics: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see S. 3874), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7575), H2224 [13FE]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

——— extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Cost Estimates

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Hana Heidebrecht, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts: Federal Defender Services program funding, H908 [15JA]

Budget: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H802 [14JA], H1159 [21JA]

——— deficit, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2542 [17MR], H2611, H2616–H2619 [19MR]

——— reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

——— shutdown relative to process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145, H146, H213–H227, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA], H111, H124–H126 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

Diseases and disorders: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2083, H2085 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

——— ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

——— prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

——— reduce waste, fraud, and abuse, H1980 [4FE]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (H.R. 7388), H2650, H2651 [24MR]

——— report to Congress on state of Public Building Service real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2648, H2649 [24MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2568–H2576 [18MR]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment, H666 [13JA], H2208 [12FE]

North Carolina: provide economic relief to farmers, H1131 [21JA]

OPM: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H650 [12JA], H1130 [21JA], H2344 [3MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to allegations of corruption, H2668 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA], H2016 [4FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Budget: shutdown relative to process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161, S1180 [18MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

Food: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Health: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

Immigration: importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

Members of Congress: reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Political ethics: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Senate: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Trump, President: call for appointment of FEC nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA], S247 [15JA], S544 [10FE], S771 [4MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE], S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

——— ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Guidance Clarity Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Smart Space Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7388) (H. Rept. 119–562), H2627 [20MR]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Rulings of the Chair

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 780, consideration of H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H123 [7JA]

H. Res. 991, request Senate to return to House of Representatives H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H697 [13JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H213–H217 [8JA]

H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2568 [18MR]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 6480, report to Congress on state of GSA Public Building Service real estate portfolio, H2648 [24MR]

H.R. 7388, Smart Space Act, H2650 [24MR]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Res. 654, express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product, S1444 [20MR]

GRAHAM, LINDSEY (a Senator from South Carolina)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S936 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1228, S1229 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S292 [27JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: discontinue collection by Federal Government of firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses and require destruction of such collected records (see S. 119), S578 [11FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE]

——— provide that silencers be treated same as firearms accessories relative to registration and transfer laws (see S. 345), S578 [11FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

Information technology: require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see S. 278), S533 [9FE]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Taxation: make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see S. 1763), S534 [9FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see S. 3605), S115 [8JA]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Letters

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S81 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S786 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1190 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S404, S406, S407 [30JA]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596 [12FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S596, S597 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S404, S406, S407 [30JA]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190, S191, S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S191 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S81 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S784, S785 [4MR], S1190 [18MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S81 [7JA]

GRAHAM, MICHAEL

Reports filed

Nomination to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

GRAMER, KATRINA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E145 [20FE]

GRAND JUNCTION, CO

Remarks in House

Business Incubator Center: anniversary, H2608 [19MR]

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

Remarks in House

Calvin University: anniversary, H2548 [17MR]

GRAND TRAVERSE, MI

Remarks in House

Sweet, Bill: Grand Traverse, MI, Area Veterans Coalition Veteran of the Year award recipient, E224 [17MR]

GRAND VILLAGE OF THE NATCHEZ INDIANS AND JEFFERSON COLLEGE AFFILIATED AREAS ESTABLISHMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

GRANT, JOHN W., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2591 [18MR]

GRANT, ULYSSES S. (18th President of the United States)

Bills and resolutions relative to

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

GRAPEVINE, TX

Remarks in House

Grapevine Faith Christian School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Griess, Gabriel: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Lockwood, David R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

GRASSLEY, CHUCK (a Senator from Iowa)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID: transfer all functions, duties, assets, etc., relating to implementing and administering Food for Peace Act to Dept. of Agriculture (see S. 525), S1056 [16MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see S. 2544), S510 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

——— report to Congress on residue testing for all imported organic feedstuffs shipped in bulk (see S. 1398), S959 [10MR]

——— require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S554 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

FDA: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S1615 [25MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S652 [24FE]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S626 [23FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S626 [23FE]

Technology: require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S378 [29JA] (see S. 3752), S579 [11FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR]

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Taxation: exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Designated acting Presidents pro tempore

Banks, Senator, S121 [8JA]

Barrasso, Senator, S273 [20JA], S401 [30JA]

Blackburn, Senator, S621 [19FE]

Britt, Senator, S277, S279 [26JA], S627 [24FE]

Budd, Senator, S623 [23FE], S1053 [16MR]

Capito, Senator, S271 [16JA]

Husted, Senator, S1495 [22MR]

Justice, Senator, S1419 [20MR]

Moran, Senator, S1 [3JA]

Moreno, Senator, S741 [3MR], S943 [10MR], S1461 [21MR]

Mullin, Senator, S227 [15JA]

Ricketts, Senator, S1589 [25MR]

Sheehy, Senator, S301 [28JA], S619 [17FE]

Lists

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S3 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S121 [12JA], S141 [13JA], S185 [14JA], S281 [27JA], S357 [29JA], S431 [2FE], S447 [3FE], S475 [4FE], S497 [5FE], S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S559 [11FE], S587 [12FE], S657 [25FE], S691 [26FE], S719 [2MR], S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR], S907 [9MR], S969 [11MR], S1017 [12MR], S1059 [17MR], S1159 [18MR], S1311 [19MR], S1525 [23MR], S1561 [24MR]

Remarks

Administration for Children and Families: tribute to Home for Every Child initiative, S1525 [23MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S307 [28JA]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S63 [7JA]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: observance, S1561 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

——— improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention (S. 162), S1525 [23MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S855 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

——— direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1062 [17MR], S1171 [18MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281 [27JA]

Dover AFB, DE: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S907 [9MR]

Estonia: independence anniversary, S657 [25FE]

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

Hamas (terrorist organization): release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

Health: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

Iowa: anniversary of Iowa National Guard partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

——— Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

——— hosting of town halls with constituents in each county, S666 [25FE]

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S539 [10FE]

Kosovo: independence anniversary, S691 [26FE]

Library of Congress: tribute to Veterans History Project participants, S1311 [19MR]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S307 [28JA]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1566 [24MR]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1525 [23MR]

National Agriculture Week: observance, S1059 [17MR]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, S141 [13JA]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S95 [8JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (S. Res. 626), S907 [9MR]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

National TRIO Day: observance, S969 [11MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, S1159 [18MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S185 [14JA], S281 [27JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S121 [12JA]

——— impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

Ridder, Jill: Milken Family Foundation Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

Senate: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

——— tribute to ‘‘Famous Five’’ former Senators commemorated in Senate reception room portraits, S1017 [12MR]

Senate Rules: notify Members of paragraph 2 of Rule XIX relative to decorum during debate, S3 [5JA]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Stoppelmoor, Zach: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S475 [4FE]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S198 [14JA]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S657 [25FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1062 [17MR], S1171 [18MR]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

——— clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

——— ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Drone Espionage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Nomination of Aaron C. Peterson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Andrew B. Davis To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Andrew Benson To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Anna St. John To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Brian Barber To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Brian C. Lea To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Brian D. Miller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Christopher R. Wolfe To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Colin McDonald To Be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Daniel E. Burrows To Be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Daniel Satterlee To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Darin Smith To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David C. Fowlkes To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David St. Pierre To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of James Bishop To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of John T. Shepherd To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Justin R. Olson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Kevin Holmes To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Megan Blair Benton To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Melissa Holyoak To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Nicholas J. Ganjei To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Phillip Williams, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Priscilla Lopez To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1367 [19MR]

Nomination of Richard Price To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Robert Cekada To Be ATF Director: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Robert Rotter To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Ryan Raybould To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of Steven Lewis To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Thomas Govan, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of William Boyle To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Zachary Keller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE], S705 [26FE]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Tributes

Cavil, Chester L., S249 [15JA]

Lincoln, Abraham, S587 [12FE]

Miller, Cara, S431, S432 [2FE]

Rice, James, S308 [28JA]

Teerlinck, Brenna, S141 [13JA]

GRAVES, SAM (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: limit funding for ground-mounted solar energy systems (see H.R. 1592), H2473 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H1352 [22JA]

——— deny energy credit to property located on prime or unique farmland if such property is used for generating solar energy (see H.R. 1237), H2473 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Justice: require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Justice: require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (H.R. 7328), H1976 [3FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2235 [20FE]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: by, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Remarks

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2248, H2253, H2256 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253 [23FE]

Votes: position on missed, H647• [12JA], H2083• [9FE]

Reports filed

ACPAC Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 5663) (H. Rept. 119–547), H2529 [16MR]

Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2247) (H. Rept. 119–551), H2529 [16MR]

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Smart Space Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7388) (H. Rept. 119–562), H2627 [20MR]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Tributes

Thomas, Clark D., E107• [4FE]

GRAY, ADAM (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see H.R. 4879), H2297 [24FE]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

——— support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H1173 [21JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H1976 [3FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2097 [9FE]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— remove deadline for ratification of constitutional amendment to ensure equal rights (see H.J. Res. 80), H1977 [3FE]

Tributes

Esparza, Ruben, E134• [12FE]

GRAY, JOHN

Letters

Tipped Employee Protection Act, H689 [13JA]

GRAY, LORING A., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E174 [3MR]

GRAZING FOR WILDFIRE RISK REDUCTION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

GREAT BRITAIN see United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

GREECE

Bills and resolutions

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Independence: anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Independence: anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 661, independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

GREEN, AL (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Advisory Council To Support Victims of Gun Violence: establish (see H.R. 2837), H894 [14JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: double Pell Grant award amount, improve Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, and reduce interest rates (see H.R. 4862), H2297 [24FE]

——— eliminate tuition at public colleges and universities, increase Pell Grant amounts, establish inclusive student success grants, and invest in low-income students and minority-serving institutions (see H.R. 3543), H2628 [20MR]

——— increase recruitment and retention of mental health professionals in low-income schools and provide student loan forgiveness to certain individuals who work in such schools (see H.R. 6131), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: declare public health emergency in connection with health risks associated with climate change (see H.R. 4493), H2259 [23FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H136 [7JA]

——— develop national strategic action plan and program to assist health professionals in preparing for and responding to public health effects of climate change (see H.R. 4515), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish council to coordinate efforts to identify, address, and mitigate cross-functional impacts of global climate change relative to programs and operations (see H.R. 3002), H2336 [2MR]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2485 [12MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2598 [18MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: create hotline to provide eviction-related assistance (see H.R. 5889), H2259 [23FE]

——— protect veterans and low-income families from housing discrimination based on source of income, veterans status, or military status (see H.R. 5443), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish grant program to assist primarily low-income individuals in making their homes and property more resilient to impacts of climate change (see H.R. 5650), H2297 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H2188 [11FE]

——— improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2188 [11FE]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H2229 [17FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Financial institutions: require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

FRS: establish Climate Risk Scenario Technical Development Group to develop financial risk analyses relative to climate change (see H.R. 2823), H2297 [24FE]

FTC: establish protections for individual rights relative to computational algorithms (see H.R. 6356), H2712 [25MR]

Hegseth, Sec. of Defense: impeachment (see H. Res. 935), H922 [15JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2422 [4MR]

Housing: facilitate development of fair and affordable housing and decrease housing costs (see H.R. 6771), H719 [13JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2259 [23FE]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2297 [24FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H922 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Sudan: impose sanctions relative to conflict in Sudan (see H.R. 1939), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2552 [17MR]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2259 [23FE]

Technology: promote 21st century workforce, authorize grants to support emerging and advanced technology education, and support training and quality employment in industries most impacted by artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 6621), H2551 [17MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2297 [24FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: require Defense Production Act Committee to conduct discussion-based simulations (see H.R. 8071), H2710 [25MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: require Defense Production Act Committee to conduct discussion-based simulations (H.R. 8071), H2711 [25MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (H.R. 7053), H894 [14JA]

Remarks

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2379, H2411• [4MR], H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Black History Month: observance, H2211 [12FE]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2613 [19MR]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2456 [5MR]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H912, H914 [15JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1970 [3FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H607–H609 [9JA], H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment, H1970 [3FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2214 [12FE]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2455–H2459 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2411• [4MR]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

Tributes

Jackson Lee, Sheila, H2214 [12FE]

Turner, Sylvester, H2214 [12FE]

GREEN, AVERY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E39 [14JA]

GREEN, CHRISTINA TAYLOR

Bills and resolutions

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

GREEN, JOE S.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S956 [10MR]

GREEN, WILLIAM, JR.

Prayers

House of Representatives, H593 [9JA]

GREENBERG, DAN

Articles and editorials

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, H2572 [18MR]

GREENCASTLE, PA

Remarks in House

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

GREENE, OTIS, III

Remarks in House

Tribute, E244 [19MR]

GREENHOUSE EFFECT see Ecology and Environment

GREENLAND

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA] (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H727 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S20 [6JA]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 26, affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland, S261 [15JA]

GREENLAND ANNEXATION AND STATEHOOD ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

GREENLAND SOVEREIGNTY PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7013), H655 [12JA]

GREENSBORO, NC

Bills and resolutions

Civil rights: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

GREENVILLE, NC

Remarks in House

East Carolina University: tribute to football team, H594 [9JA]

GREENVILLE, NY

Remarks in House

Greenburgh Nature Center: tribute, H2426 [5MR]

GREENWOOD, MS

Remarks in House

Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

GREER, DALE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E98 [3FE]

GREER, SC

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2706 [25MR]

GREGORY, DOROTHY

Lists

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

GREISSING, CHRIS

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1996 [4FE]

GRENAWALT, ROY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E268 [25MR]

GRIESS, GABRIEL

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

GRIFFIN, CAROLYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2099 [10FE]

GRIFFIN, DORIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E54 [20JA]

GRIFFIS, DEMARIOUS A. (LEONE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E129 [11FE]

GRIFFITH, H. MORGAN (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H2370 [3MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: install adult changing room in Library of Congress and Capitol Visitor Center (see H.R. 7614), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Capitol Building and Grounds: install adult changing room in Library of Congress and Capitol Visitor Center (H.R. 7614), H2235 [20FE]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (H.R. 7212), H1351 [22JA]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1351 [22JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1919 [30JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1919 [30JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269, H2271, H2273, H2274, H2275, H2276 [24FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269, H2271, H2273, H2274, H2275, H2276 [24FE]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, E258• [24MR]

Wise County, VA: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49• [16JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Tributes

Collins, Harry F., Jr., E192• [5MR]

Poindexter, Charles, E115• [9FE]

GRIJALVA, ADELITA S. (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: repeal oil and gas program and preserve Arctic coastal plain (see H.R. 3067), H2473 [5MR]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2298 [24FE]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2474 [5MR]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H2422 [4MR]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: eliminate reduced price breakfasts and lunches, require income guidelines for determining eligibility for free meals, and base such eligibility on certain percentage of poverty-level (see H.R. 2680), H1916 [27JA]

——— ensure striking workers and their households do not become ineligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 2357), H2225 [13FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

——— authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2712 [25MR]

——— carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H925 [16JA]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H656 [12JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H2677 [24MR]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (see H.R. 2333), H1916 [27JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H1916 [27JA]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H2221 [12FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— award grants for providing evidence-based caregiver skills training to caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities or delays (see H.R. 4086), H2236 [20FE]

——— establish direct care registered nurse-to-patient staffing ratio requirements in hospitals (see H.R. 3415), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish Lung Cancer Task Force (see H.R. 6319), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H1976 [3FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit from testing Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model and implementation of payment models testing prior authorization under traditional Medicare (see H.R. 6361), H136 [7JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants to communities for evidence-based gun violence intervention and prevention programs (see H.R. 4103), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2033 [4FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H925 [16JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: make grants available to support State, Tribal, and local firearm destruction activities (see H.R. 6769), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish competitive grant programs for youth summer and year-round employment (see H.R. 2506), H2421 [4MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

District of Columbia: statehood (see H.R. 51), H656 [12JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— allow workers to make requests about schedules without fear of retaliation and ensure employers consider such requests in order to provide more stable and predictable schedules for employees (see H.R. 6786), H2551 [17MR]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2677 [24MR]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— require tracking codes on labels of tobacco products (see H.R. 6844), H895 [14JA]

Federal employees: provide that civilian service as temporary employee after certain date may be creditable service under Federal Employees Retirement System (see H.R. 1522), H2032 [4FE]

Firearms: ban assault weapons, bump stocks, high-capacity ammunition magazines, and devices designed to evade assault weapons ban, and ensure right to keep and bear arms is not unlimited (see H.R. 3115), H253 [8JA]

——— provide victims of gun violence access to same civil remedies available to those injured through other means and ensure gun industry is not shielded from liability when negligent (see H.R. 3740), H2229 [17FE]

——— require background check for every firearm sale (see H.R. 18), H253 [8JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2477 [9MR]

Homeless: prohibit criminalization of homelessness on Federal public lands (see H.R. 4182), H1977 [3FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H2712 [25MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: remove limitation on payments for certain home or community-based services waivers (see H.R. 5228), H2370 [3MR]

——— require coverage of lung cancer biomarker testing (see H.R. 6320), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H2229 [17FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H719 [13JA]

——— prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see H.R. 5940), H13 [6JA]

——— provide coverage of dental, vision, and hearing care (see H.R. 2045), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to supplemental health insurance policies (see H.R. 610), H1976 [3FE]

——— require coverage of lung cancer biomarker testing (see H.R. 6321), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H719 [13JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2598 [18MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

New Mexico: withdraw certain Federal land in Pecos Watershed area from mineral entry and designate Thompson Peak Wilderness Area (see H.R. 2727), H719 [13JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2677 [24MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

——— permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H949 [20JA]

SSA: eliminate waiting period for disability benefits under Medicare and Social Security Disability Insurance program (see H.R. 930), H1976 [3FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see H.R. 7767), H2712 [25MR]

——— modify net investment income tax and transfer revenues to Federal Hospital Insurance Trust Fund (see H.R. 609), H1976 [3FE]

——— modify work opportunity credit for certain at-risk youth employees and extend empowerment zones to encourage hiring of at-risk youth in high poverty areas (see H.R. 2507), H2421 [4MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H2033 [4FE]

——— provide current year inclusion of net controlled foreign corporation tested income by ending tax breaks for exporting jobs and profits (see H.R. 995), H1976 [3FE]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

Tobacco products: establish Federal multi-agency task force to combat illegal importation, distribution, and sale of e-cigarettes (see H.R. 6845), H895 [14JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

——— remove deadline for ratification of constitutional amendment to ensure equal rights (see H.J. Res. 80), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (H.R. 7957), H2551 [17MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (H.R. 7101), H921 [15JA]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (H.R. 8048), H2676 [24MR]

SSI: update eligibility (H.R. 7828), H2472 [5MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H241 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H701 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2020 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2020 [4FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1972 [3FE], H2590 [18MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1998 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H241 [8JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1162 [21JA]

Taulton, Rose: Southern Arizona Volunteer Management Association Volunteer of the Year award recipient, H2176 [11FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2020 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2590 [18MR]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2023 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, H2010• [4FE]

Tributes

Cazares, America, H2586 [18MR]

Clerkin, Amy Emerick, E130• [11FE]

Jimenez, Audrey, H2607 [19MR]

Lewis, Deanna, H2452 [5MR]

Peralta, Monique, H2309 [25FE]

GRINBERG, LILLIANA

Poems

‘‘It’s a New Day, Here in the Capitol’’, S264, S266 [15JA]

‘‘On the Rostrum’s Step I Take My Place’’, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Patterns Cover the Senate Floor’’, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Polarization at an All-Time High’’, S264 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Tribute, S266 [15JA]

GRISWOLD, DAVID

Articles and editorials

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

GROCERY, FARM, AND FOOD WORKER PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR]

GROCERY, FARM, AND FOOD WORKER STABILIZATION GRANT PROGRAM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

GROENE, MAX

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2299 [25FE]

GROSBECK, PIETER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H141 [8JA]

GROTHMAN, GLENN (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

ATF: provide accountability for unlawful disclosures of firearm trace data in Firearms Trace System database (see H.R. 1698), H1976 [3FE]

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Children and youth: codify certain directives in Executive order entitled ‘‘Fostering the Future for American Children and Families’’ (see H.R. 6221), H1977 [3FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2097 [9FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Education: require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (see H.R. 6475), H2370 [3MR]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2259 [23FE]

——— report to Congress on Federal, State, and local efforts to combat access device fraud (see H.R. 3810), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2370 [3MR]

——— waive vehicle weight limitations for certain logging vehicles to allow for travel on Federal highways (see H.R. 2166), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see H.R. 4837), H2422 [4MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2474 [5MR]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2225 [13FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2097 [9FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

FEMA: address ecosystem restoration projects (see H.R. 6256), H2221 [12FE]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see H.R. 631), H1976 [3FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H719 [13JA]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2598 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2188 [11FE]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

Insurance: ensure competition in health insurance markets (see H.R. 8082), H2710 [25MR]

Taxation: simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: implement improper child care provider payment threshold (H.R. 7721), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (H.R. 7940), H2530 [16MR]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (H.R. 7213), H1351 [22JA]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (H.R. 7538), H2220 [12FE]

Insurance: ensure competition in health insurance markets (H.R. 8082), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (H.R. 7362), H2032 [4FE]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1341 [22JA]

Budget: deficit, H2611 [19MR]

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Employment: importance of sheltered workshops and community rehabilitation providers, H2611 [19MR]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

——— importance of men in families, H2612 [19MR]

Freedom of speech: oppose censorship and call for maintaining U.S. standards of protected speech over those prevalent in certain European countries, H2209 [12FE]

Immigration: require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1341 [22JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H910 [15JA], H1346 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2210 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H649 [12JA], H1346 [22JA], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE], H2454 [5MR]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

GROVE, PAUL

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1315 [19MR]

GROWING DEPOSIT INSURANCE FOR THE FUTURE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8088), H2710 [25MR]

GROWING OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE (GO AG) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

GROWING REPUTABLE ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS (GRAD) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

GRUBBS, ADAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E67 [22JA]

GUAM

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Land use: provide exception to ‘‘public purpose’’ requirement for certain land transfers in case of transfer restoring such land to original landowner or heirs (see H.R. 7673), H2326 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

Flores, Judy Selk: Guam Council of the Arts and Humanities Lifetime Cultural Contribution Award recipient, H2014 [4FE]

Hagåtña (GU) Pacific Daily News: anniversary, E65 [22JA]

Pacific Daily News: anniversary, H2638 [24MR]

Reports filed

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

GUARANTEEING AND UPHOLDING AMERICANS’ RIGHT TO DECIDE RESPONSIBLE AI LAWS AND STANDARDS (GUARDRAILS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

GUARANTEEING RATE INSULATION FROM DATA CENTERS (GRID) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

GUARDING UNPROTECTED AGING RETIREES FROM DECEPTION (GUARD) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

GUATEMALA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

GUEST, MICHAEL (a Representative from Mississippi)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reduce qualifying time for spouse of active duty member to take leave (see H.R. 4351), H921 [15JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: limit liability of physicians providing certain charity care (see H.R. 6167), H2042 [5FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make certain improvements to lenders regarding sufficiency of veterans’ residual income (see H.R. 3720), H1949 [2FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2097 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2336 [2MR]

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1352 [22JA]

National Poppy Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 459), H2120 [10FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H1922 [30JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H949 [20JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

——— provide deduction for certain charity care provided by physicians (see H.R. 6167), H2042 [5FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H922 [15JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2599 [19MR]

Remarks

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234• [18MR]

Brandon, MS: anniversary of Girl Scout Camp Wahi, E177• [3MR]

Mendenhall, MS: anniversary of First Baptist Church Mendenhall, E229• [18MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H234 [8JA]

Stewart, Janita R., E88• [2FE]

GUEVARA, ROBERT

Bills and resolutions

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

GUIDANCE CLARITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

GUIDING AND ESTABLISHING NATIONAL INNOVATION FOR U.S. STABLECOINS (GENIUS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Enact (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

GUILFORD COUNTY, NC

Bills and resolutions

Battle of Guilford Courthouse: commemorate anniversary and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

GUILLAUME, RUTSHELLE

Proclamations

Tribute to Rutshelle Guillaume: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E232 [18MR]

GUN OWNER REGISTRATION INFORMATION PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

GUNDY, JAY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E199 [9MR]

GUNS see Firearms; Weapons

GUTHRIE, BRETT (a Representative from Kentucky)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H1950 [2FE]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H135 [7JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (H.R. 7757), H2369 [3MR]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (H.R. 7871), H2477 [9MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: modernize motor vehicle safety programs (H.R. 7389), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279, H2281, H2284 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127, H128, H131, H132 [7JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

Munfordville, KY: anniversary of Green River Hill Grocery (business), E95• [3FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H131, H132 [7JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H129 [7JA]

Reports filed

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Tributes

Khanahmadi, Sophie Trainor, E233• [18MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N., H2584 [18MR]

Pruitt, Ashley, H2584 [18MR]

GUTIERREZ, CARL T.C.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2638 [24MR]

GUTIERREZ, HILDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E3 [6JA]

GUTIERREZ REYES, ALBERTO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2453 [5MR]

GWYNN, ASHLYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1159 [21JA]

H–1BS FOR PHYSICIANS AND THE HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

HAAS, CARL F.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E111 [5FE]

HAASE, TIMOTHY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1345 [22JA]

HABERLAND, CARL AND CARLA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E241 [19MR]

HAGARTY, ROBERT J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E185 [4MR]

HAGÅTÑA (GU) PACIFIC DAILY NEWS

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E65 [22JA]

HAGEMAN, HARRIET M. (a Representative from Wyoming)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID: transfer all functions, duties, assets, etc., relating to implementing and administering Food for Peace Act to Dept. of Agriculture (see H.R. 1207), H949 [20JA]

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of the Interior: upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H1923 [30JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Employment: prohibit discrimination against employees on basis of expression that describes, asserts, or reinforces binary or biological nature of sex (see H.R. 4554), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2033 [4FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H1173 [21JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2531 [16MR]

Immigration: improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2422 [4MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2677 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Roads and highways: establish agricultural and rural road improvement program (see H.R. 4585), H1923 [30JA]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H1976 [3FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify notice requirements for mineral exploration activities on certain public lands (see H.R. 7458), H2117 [10FE]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (H.R. 7997), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (H.R. 7872), H2477 [9MR]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (H.R. 7539), H2220 [12FE]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (H.R. 7695), H2329 [25FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify notice requirements for mineral exploration activities on certain public lands (H.R. 7458), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (H.R. 7286), H1922 [30JA]

Letters

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: by, H2198 [12FE]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1340 [22JA]

Casper, WY: Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters (business) inclusion in New York (NY) Times best clothing stores list, H2013 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H602 [9JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2148 [11FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2004 [4FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1340 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1340 [22JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2148 [11FE]

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

Tributes

Cameron, Tim, H2548 [17MR]

Crum, Frank, H1336 [22JA]

Pepper, Mark, H2666 [24MR]

Walker, Darrell, H594 [9JA]

Willis, Bob, H802 [14JA]

HAGENBUCH, JOHN S.

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

HAGERTY, BILL (a Senator from Tennessee)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S936, S938 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1584 [24MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1056 [16MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Crime: improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S258 [15JA]

——— increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S652 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S346 [28JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

FRS: prohibit Federal Reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to individuals and prohibit use of central bank digital currency for monetary policy (see S. 1124), S534 [9FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see S. 952), S707 [26FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S291 [27JA] (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S859 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1181 [18MR]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S483 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1181 [18MR]

Tributes

Lee, Bill, S482 [4FE]

HAGGARD, RICHARD A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E115 [9FE]

HAGLER, HOLLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2431 [5MR]

HAINES, JADA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2707 [25MR]

HAINES, JONAH

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

HAINES, LEVI

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2635 [24MR]

HAINES, MATTHEW W.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E24 [12JA]

HAINES, STEVEN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of Commerce for Industry and Analysis: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

HAITI, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Women: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Proclamations

Tribute to Rutshelle Guillaume: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E232 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Foreign trade: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

Immigration: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6504, Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act, H642 [12JA]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

HAITI ECONOMIC LIFT PROGRAM EXTENSION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6504, provisions, H642 [12JA]

HALASI-KUN, DAVID L. (MOON)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E17 [8JA]

HALL, ALEC

Remarks in House

Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

National Veteran-Owned Business Association: Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

HALL, CLAIRE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E27 [12JA]

HALL AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E97 [3FE]

HALLEEN, MS.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E175 [3MR]

HALO ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3179), S104 [8JA]

HAMADEH, ABRAHAM J. (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Azerbaijan: repeal restriction on assistance (see H.R. 6534), H2422 [4MR]

Coast Guard: require retention of certain enlisted members who have completed certain amount of service (see H.R. 2200), H2297 [24FE]

Czech Republic: include in list of foreign states whose nationals are eligible for E–1 nonimmigrant visa if country provides reciprocal treatment to U.S. nationals (see H.R. 1056), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: develop strategic plan to address mental health of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6383), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide catch-up payments from U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund to survivors of 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and Khobar Towers attack in Saudi Arabia (see H.R. 4863), H656 [12JA]

——— provide funding for U.S. victims of state-sponsored terrorism by ensuring consistent and meaningful distributions from U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund (see H.R. 1530), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

——— submit report to Congress on sanctions under Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act (see H.R. 2619), H656 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H894 [14JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2097 [9FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H2097 [9FE]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2371 [3MR]

Immigration: prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: suspend collection of income taxes and related interest and penalties from U.S. nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad and reimburse such nationals for any penalties paid during detention (see H.R. 1868), H719 [13JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit election to Congress of any person holding foreign citizenship (see H.R. 5817), H1916 [27JA]

National Guard: allow Selected Reserve and National Guard members who are also Federal employees choice between military and civilian healthcare plans (see H.R. 3547), H2120 [10FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (H.R. 7103), H921 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (H.R. 7102), H921 [15JA]

HAMAS (terrorist organization)

Remarks in Senate

Terrorism: release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

HAMILTON, LEE H. (a former Representative from Indiana)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, E160 [24FE]

HAMILTON, RODNEY C., SR.

Bills and resolutions

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

HAMMOND, DELLA

Remarks in House

Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce: Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143 [20FE]

HAMPTON, PRESLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H669 [13JA]

HAN, JIN H.

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

HAN, JINNA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

HANCOCK, JENNIFER

Addresses

Tribute to Dan Caudill, S418 [30JA]

HANDICAPPED see Disabled

HANFORD, CA

Remarks in House

Sierra Pacific High School: tribute to girls’ basketball team, H2560 [18MR]

HANLEY, MATT

Remarks in House

Georgia Trend Magazine: inclusion in 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

HANN, NANCY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S338 [28JA], S574 [11FE]

HAPPY LAND SOCIAL CLUB FIRE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

HARBISON, ED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

HARBORS

Amendments

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act, H2688 [25MR]

HARDER, JOSH (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H1352 [22JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H719 [13JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: increase recruitment and retention of mental health professionals in low-income schools and provide student loan forgiveness to certain individuals who work in such schools (see H.R. 6131), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2236 [20FE]

——— reauthorize public health and bio-preparedness workforce loan repayment program (see H.R. 4445), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1950 [2FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct review of deaths of certain veterans who committed suicide (see H.R. 6858), H2531 [16MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

Motor vehicles: ensure consumers have access to data relating to their motor vehicles, critical repair information, and tools, and provide choices for maintenance, service, and repair of their motor vehicles (see H.R. 1566), H135 [7JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2419 [4MR]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Public utilities: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (H.R. 7496), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (H.R. 7791), H2421 [4MR]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (H.R. 7215), H1351 [22JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (H.R. 7329), H1976 [3FE]

Public utilities: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (H.R. 7214), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260• [24MR]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, E254• [24MR]

——— tribute to St. Mary’s High School football team, E75• [27JA]

Tributes

Franks, Tony, E77• [27JA]

HARDWICK, ANDERSON, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E90 [2FE]

HARGIS, ALVERTA G. HARVEY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1364 [19MR]

HARIDOPOLIS, MIKE (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Boardman, Deborah: impeachment (see H. Res. 818), H1916 [27JA]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment (see H. Res. 858), H1352 [22JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see H.R. 2911), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: limit liability of physicians providing certain charity care (see H.R. 6167), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require adequate information regarding payments of Federal funds (see H.R. 4311), H2598 [18MR]

Education: repeal cost-sharing requirements for certain science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs (see H.R. 6366), H719 [13JA]

FDA: grant destruction authority relative to articles that present significant public health concern (see H.R. 2715), H2097 [9FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2628 [20MR]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H719 [13JA]

Immigration: prohibit entry of aliens who adhere to Sharia law (see H.R. 5722), H921 [15JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1173 [21JA]

NASA: reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: prohibit allocation of funds (see H.R. 3625), H1916 [27JA]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (see H.R. 347), H1173 [21JA]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H136 [7JA]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H949 [20JA]

——— expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— extend exemption from excise tax on alternative motorboat fuels sold as supplies for vessels or aircraft to include certain vessels serving only one coast (see H.R. 2925), H616 [9JA]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H135 [7JA]

——— provide deduction for certain charity care provided by physicians (see H.R. 6167), H2097 [9FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Wildfires: make immune from liability any manufacturer of critical infrastructure for claims resulting from wildfire incidents (see H.R. 4194), H1173 [21JA]

Remarks

Bolton, Brett: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2239 [23FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H224 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H119 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2691 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2691 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2090, H2091, H2092, H2093 [9FE]

Florida: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

——— National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Linson, Dorothy (Ms. Dot): Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizen Honors Award for Service recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

——— tribute to Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy boys’ soccer team, H2588 [18MR]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

NASA: reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

Olympic Games: tribute to men’s and women’s hockey teams, H2239 [23FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H224 [8JA]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Vero Beach, FL: tribute to Vero Beach High School career and technical education programs, H2640 [24MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2286• [24FE]

Tributes

Comerford, Jason, H2588 [18MR]

Kimmey, Ted, H2588 [18MR]

Kniprath, Robert L., H107 [7JA]

Moone, Debby, E146• [20FE]

Moone, Debby E., H107 [7JA]

Parks, William (Skate), H2239 [23FE]

Ramos Ramirez, Luis F., H108 [7JA], E144• [20FE]

HARLAN, BOB

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S914 [9MR]

HARLAN, IA

Remarks in Senate

Sunset Scoops (business): tribute, S798 [4MR]

HARN, BARBARA

Remarks in House

Georgia Hospital Association: James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

HARPER, MARK

Remarks in House

Jackson Township, OH: EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

HARPOLE, WOODROW

Remarks in House

Tribute, E8 [7JA]

HARRIGAN, PAT (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

——— increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H1352 [22JA]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2552 [17MR]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of State: clarify exclusive regulatory authority over au pair cultural exchange program (see H.R. 4199), H2474 [5MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2598 [18MR]

——— report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

——— update dollar amount thresholds for certain currency transaction and suspicious activity reports (see H.R. 1799), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see H.R. 4509), H656 [12JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see H.R. 4146), H2422 [4MR]

FDA: specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H1173 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1173 [21JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2712 [25MR]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H2712 [25MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2371 [3MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions relative to Polisario Front (see H.R. 4119), H2225 [13FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H1923 [30JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2229 [17FE]

NRC: provide for more efficient hearings on nuclear facility construction applications (see H.R. 5549), H895 [14JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

SBA: adjust sole-source contract thresholds for service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns (see H.R. 6648), H2236 [20FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see H.R. 7126), H1977 [3FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H2236 [20FE]

——— expand meaning and eligibility of energy communities for purposes of increased renewable electricity production and increased clean electricity investment credit rates (see H.R. 6474), H656 [12JA]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H894 [14JA]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taiwan: promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (H.R. 6962), H135 [7JA]

Taiwan: promote energy security (H.R. 7873), H2477 [9MR]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (H.R. 7958), H2551 [17MR]

Tributes

Biffle, Greg, H606 [9JA]

HARRIS, ANDY (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1950 [2FE]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H1923 [30JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2298 [24FE]

Health care professionals: expand license portability for health care professionals providing health care services in response to Federal emergency declaration pursuant to Federal Government contract (see H.R. 6211), H2033 [4FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2477 [9MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H719 [13JA]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1950 [2FE]

Social Security: prohibit use of quality-adjusted life years and similar measures in coverage and payment determinations under Federal health care programs (see H.R. 3864), H2551 [17MR]

Taxation: simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2485 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Yang, Yue-Cheng: relief (see H.R. 7339), H1976 [3FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Yang, Yue-Cheng: relief (H.R. 7339), H1976 [3FE]

HARRIS, LEOLA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E174 [3MR]

HARRIS, MARK (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2531 [16MR]

CFTC: reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (see H.R. 8007), H2620 [19MR]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H2531 [16MR]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (see H.R. 6475), H2259 [23FE]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2333 [26FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2485 [12MR]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2712 [25MR]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 4327), H2484 [12MR]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H1922 [30JA]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2559 [18MR]

Remarks

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2562 [18MR]

Charities: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

Colleges and universities: restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Courts: limit authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief (H.R. 1526), H712 [13JA]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630, H632 [12JA]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, H713 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2147 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1298 [22JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298 [22JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2365 [3MR]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H630 [12JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2573 [18MR]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H713 [13JA]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H711 [13JA]

National security: recognize threat that spread of radical Islamist ideology poses to U.S., H605 [9JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H713 [13JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H711–H713 [13JA]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2646 [24MR]

Taxation: expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2147 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H712 [13JA]

HARRIS, WILLIAM W.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H229 [8JA], E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S113 [8JA]

HARRISBURG, PA

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania Farm Show: tribute, H723 [14JA]

HARRISON, KENNETH A.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

HARRISON, PATRICIA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S338 [28JA], S439 [2FE]

HARRISON, RANDY

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

HARRY S TRUMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Improvements: make (see H.R. 7894), H2481 [12MR]

HARSHBARGER, DIANA (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit use of Federal funds to assist illegal alien in accessing covered abortion services (see H.R. 6191), H925 [16JA]

Adoption: criminalize unlawful adoption practices (see H.R. 6170), H136 [7JA]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2259 [23FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Justice: increase Federal share of Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant program (see H.R. 5391), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: update dollar amount thresholds for certain currency transaction and suspicious activity reports (see H.R. 1799), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: submit report on risk reduction strategies to lower incidence and prevalence of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in veterans (see H.R. 6001), H136 [7JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2235 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2422 [4MR]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

——— limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (see H.R. 6225), H136 [7JA]

——— prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition: establish (see H.R. 6604), H2097 [9FE]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to Marines who served as part of helicopter support missions (see H.R. 5939), H2236 [20FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (H.R. 7902), H2483 [12MR]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (H.R. 7104), H921 [15JA]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (H.R. 7902), H2483 [12MR]

Tributes

Campbell, M. Lee, E153• [23FE]

HARTPENCE, CLAYTON

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S756 [3MR]

HARVEY, CHARLES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E145 [20FE]

HARVEY, ROBERT

Reports filed

Nomination to Federal Maritime Commission: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

HASLAM, NATALIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1158 [21JA]

HASSAN, MARGARET WOOD (a Senator from New Hampshire)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S836 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1273, S1274 [18MR], S1410 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of Education: provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see S. 921), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see S. 978), S1368 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, cosponsorship withdrawn (see S. 1383), S682 [25FE]

——— expand eligibility of Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program to National Guard members who perform certain full-time duty (see S. 649), S1368 [19MR]

——— include adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and other recreational activities in medical services furnished to eligible veterans (see S. 3138), S1368 [19MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects (see S. 2423), S221 [14JA]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S1615 [25MR]

Fraternal organizations: recognize benefits provided by tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies to their members and communities (see S. Con. Res. 6), S346 [28JA]

FTC: implement mental health warning label on social media platforms (see S. 1885), S732 [2MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S682 [25FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

——— permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S732 [2MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Olympic Games: tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SSA: make changes to Social Security terminology used in rules, regulation, guidance, or other materials relative to retirement age and benefits (see S. 1504), S90 [7JA]

——— permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

IRS: create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

Taxation: modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S36 [6JA]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S36 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1538 [23MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1538 [23MR]

Tributes

Cole, Kara, S1611• [25MR]

Fiske, Avah, S799• [4MR]

Murphy, Bob, S488• [4FE]

HASTENING ARMS LIMITATIONS TALKS (HALT) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON, NY

Remarks in House

Hastings Farmers Market: tribute, H2558 [18MR]

HATCH, MARY ALICE MARRIOTT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2379 [4MR]

HAUSER, JESSICA

Statements

Tribute to Alex Pretti, S309 [28JA]

HAUSTVEIT, KYLE

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Under Sec. of Energy for Fossil Energy: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

HAVERDINK, DAVID

Remarks in House

Tribute, H147 [8JA]

HAWAII

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR] (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (S. Con. Res. 29), S1560 [23MR]

Hawaiian Language Month: observance, S714 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 29, use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I, S1547 [23MR]

S. Res. 625, Hawaiian Language Month, S735 [2MR]

HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR] (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S714 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 625, designate, S735 [2MR]

HAWAIIANS see Native Americans

HAWLEY, JOSH (a Senator from Missouri)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765 [3MR], S836 [4MR], S890, S891 [5MR], S919 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Afghanistan: require strategy to oppose financial or material support by foreign countries and nongovernmental organizations to Taliban (see S. 226), S489 [4FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Courts: eliminate mandatory arbitration clauses in workplace age discrimination cases (see S. 2703), S763 [3MR]

——— update juvenile transfer for criminal prosecution process (see S. 3133), S1056 [16MR]

Crime: improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S1091 [17MR]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Labor: allow nurse practitioners and physician assistants to order care for current and former Dept. of Energy workers who receive health care through Division of Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation (see S. 2167), S803 [4MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR]

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see S. 1651), S763 [3MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Firearms: establish appropriate rules for prosecutors and Federal judges to carry concealed firearm (see S. 2993), S553 [10FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see S. 106), S882 [5MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Taxation: end tax-free treatment of certain corporate reorganizations that involve large corporations (see S. 4185), S1614 [25MR]

——— impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

HAWN, CARROLL E., JR. (ED)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E257 [24MR]

HAYES, JAHANA (a Representative from Connecticut)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Animal Welfare Act: expand and improve Attorney General enforcement capabilities relative to seizure and removal of abused animals (see H.R. 3112), H2221 [12FE]

Animals: provide for humane treatment of dogs (see H.R. 2253), H2221 [12FE]

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H2221 [12FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H2297 [24FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2259 [23FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2333 [26FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: eliminate reduced price breakfasts and lunches, require income guidelines for determining eligibility for free meals, and base such eligibility on certain percentage of poverty-level (see H.R. 2680), H253 [8JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H2477 [9MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve Child and Adult Care Food Program (see H.R. 2818), H253 [8JA]

——— increase reimbursements under Child and Adult Care Food Program (see H.R. 2859), H253 [8JA]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Education: carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H2221 [12FE]

——— eliminate tuition at public colleges and universities, increase Pell Grant amounts, establish inclusive student success grants, and invest in low-income students and minority-serving institutions (see H.R. 3543), H253 [8JA]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2188 [11FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2221 [12FE]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2221 [12FE]

——— conduct public health education, awareness, and outreach campaign to enhance access to abortion and related health services (see H.R. 2497), H2623 [19MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2033 [4FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2330 [25FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H2623 [19MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— support State-based maternal mortality review committees and disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives (see H.R. 1909), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct review of deaths of certain veterans who committed suicide (see H.R. 6858), H2712 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2623 [19MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2677 [24MR]

Education: strengthen and expand adult education programs (see H.R. 2789), H2032 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— clarify appropriate standards for Federal employment age discrimination and retaliation claims (see H.R. 3522), H2330 [25FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H2623 [19MR]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2120 [10FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H1352 [22JA]

FERC: hold technical conference on protecting residential ratepayers from increased costs associated with large loads (see H.R. 6529), H253 [8JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H253 [8JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

FTC: establish protections for individual rights relative to computational algorithms (see H.R. 6356), H253 [8JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: exempt unaccompanied alien children from certain fees tied to humanitarian protection, cancel funding for body examinations of children in custody, and prohibit sharing of sponsor information (see H.R. 6389), H136 [7JA]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H2033 [4FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2598 [18MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H2623 [19MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see H.R. 4231), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2623 [19MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2623 [19MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H895 [14JA]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H1977 [3FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H1352 [22JA]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H135 [7JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H136 [7JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H2330 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2598 [18MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 1197), H2677 [24MR]

SBA: require training on increasing contract awards to small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans (see H.R. 865), H2677 [24MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (see H.R. 6799), H2033 [4FE]

Taxation: establish refundable tax credit for residential energy expenditures (see H.R. 6758), H1950 [2FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2221 [12FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (H.R. 7497), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (H.R. 8008), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698, H699, H700, H701, H702, H704 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Tributes

Reid-Coleman, Joyce, H109 [7JA]

HAYNOS, CORY

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

HAYNOS, ROGER

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

HAYNOS, STEPHANIE

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

HAYS, KS

Remarks in Senate

Heimann, Scott: tribute (S. Res. 425), S1465 [21MR]

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES related term(s) Radioactive Substances

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

——— reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

HAZLEWOOD, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33 [13JA]

HBCU AI RESEARCH LEADERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

HEAD START ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HHS: promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

HEAD START FOR AMERICA’S CHILDREN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

HEALTH related term(s) Diseases and Disorders; Public Health Service

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR] (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

American Heart Month: designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

——— expand authority to provide wigs and treat traction alopecia under TRICARE program (see H.R. 7933), H2483 [12MR]

——— expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

——— improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (see H.R. 7667), H2296 [24FE]

——— prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

——— establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

——— reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

——— reauthorize programs relating to oral health promotion and disease prevention (see S. 4008), S881 [5MR]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Chemicals: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Crime: make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

——— schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1112), H2483 [12MR]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

——— promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

——— address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H11 [6JA]

——— award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

——— carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

——— reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

——— require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

——— study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

——— include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish protections for health care providers who raise concerns about quality of health care services (see S. 4086), S1047 [12MR]

——— establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

——— exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of State: consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic in Georgetown, TX, as major medical facility project (see H.R. 7489), H2185 [11FE]

——— authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

——— award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— carry out pilot program to provide market-based rate adjustments to certain providers for qualifying specialized surgical services to veterans under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 4131), S1205 [18MR]

——— codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— deem certain individuals as parents of employees for purposes of determining entitlement to certain family and medical leave (see H.R. 7948), H2530 [16MR]

——— designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see S. 4031), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

——— establish program to address bowel and bladder care needs for veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (see S. 3647), S256 [15JA]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

——— improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR] (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

——— jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Detransition Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 643), S1056 [16MR]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

Diseases and disorders: raise awareness of sarcoma cancer chordoma (see H. Res. 1081), H2328 [25FE]

——— recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

——— regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

——— modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

——— reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

——— revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Families and domestic relations: recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

——— amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

GAO: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

——— identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

——— recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association (see S. Res. 583), S257 [15JA] (see H. Res. 1010), H948 [20JA]

——— recognize importance of clinical roles of locum tenens physicians (see H.R. 7686), H2327 [25FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

House of Representatives: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

——— ensure competition in health insurance markets (see H.R. 8082), H2710 [25MR]

——— expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

Long COVID Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1136), H2711 [25MR]

Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

——— codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

——— cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

——— ensure appropriate availability of personal care services (see H.R. 7713), H2328 [25FE]

——— increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

——— remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

——— eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

——— increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

——— modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (see H.R. 6974), H251 [8JA]

——— permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1117), H2530 [16MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Cancer Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

National Cleaning Week: designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

National objectives: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

——— ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

——— affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (see H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Vaccines: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

——— end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence: Heartbeat International (organization), H1143 [21JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Amelia Hill, S759 [3MR]

——— Quinn Sheldon, S760 [3MR]

——— Saralynn Anderson, S756 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Lists

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1329 [22JA]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

——— pro choice versus right to life, H1338–H1343 [22JA]

——— prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

——— prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

American Heart Month: observance, H1991 [4FE]

American Optometric Association: tribute to Federal Keyperson Summit, H2490 [16MR]

Armed Forces: establish leave policies for members to seek abortions (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Brain Awareness Week: observance, E242 [19MR]

Budget: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Charlottesville, VA: tribute to Charlottesville Hyperbarics, H2206 [12FE]

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143 [20FE]

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Colleges and universities: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325–H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Delaware: tribute to paid family and medical leave program enactment, H104 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

——— improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: conduct cost and feasibility study evaluating H. pylori screening for Armed Forces members and veterans, E210 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

——— launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

——— make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

——— provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

——— prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Diseases and disorders: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1133–H1135 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2548 [17MR]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2085 [9FE]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

——— protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign aid: funding, H806 [14JA]

——— prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Gardner, MA: tribute to Growing Places (organization), H2345 [3MR]

Hanley, Matt: inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

Harn, Barbara: Georgia Hospital Association James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

Health care professionals: tribute to pharmacists, H1989 [4FE]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

——— require health insurance plans to cover ovarian cancer screenings to improve early detection, H663 [13JA]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Kidneys for Communities (organization): tribute, E175 [3MR]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Los Angeles, CA: anniversary of Arroyo Vista Family Health Center, E56 [20JA]

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269 [25MR]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

——— establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

——— funding, H1955 [3FE]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

——— ensure that prior authorization medical decisions are determined by physicians (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

——— establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

——— provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Mental health: reduce barriers to mental health crisis intervention and treatment, H705 [13JA]

Mental Health America of Lancaster County (organization): anniversary, E212 [12MR]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, E258 [24MR]

National Athletic Training Month: observance, E266 [25MR]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H142, H227 [8JA], H1158 [21JA]

National Cancer Prevention Month: observance, E160 [24FE]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: tribute to employees, H2014 [4FE]

National Kidney Month: observance, H2668 [24MR]

National Milk Day: observance, H647 [12JA]

National Nurse Practitioner Week: observance, E177 [3MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H150 [8JA]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Red Cross Month: observance, H2425 [5MR]

Rotary International: tribute to efforts to eradicate polio, H1129 [21JA]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

——— protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Taxation: establish credit for adult child caregivers, H1970 [3FE]

——— expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

——— provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Technology: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H729 [14JA], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— impeachment, H2214 [12FE]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA): anniversary, E108 [4FE]

Warrenton, VA: opening of Puller Veterans Care Center, H618 [12JA]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Helen Hayes Hospital, H941 [20JA]

Wise County, VA: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49 [16JA]

Women: address Black maternal health disparities, H2560 [18MR]

——— ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

World Hearing Day: observance, E176 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, S199–S201 [14JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

American Heart Month: designate (S. Res. 614), S689 [25FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

——— Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S176 [13JA], S186 [14JA], S307 [28JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S283, S285–S287 [27JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: observance, S1561 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

——— Hospital at Home Program funding, S440 [2FE]

——— implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (S. 921), S459 [3FE], S1559, S1560 [23MR]

——— provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA]

——— science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

EPA: repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

FAA: anniversary of smoking ban on commercial airlines, S670 [25FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Food: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Insurance: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

——— reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: assessment of nutrition recommendations, S9540 [10MR]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

——— require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

——— implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, S1610 [25MR]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, S141 [13JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

National Day of Play: designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

National Lung Cancer Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 570), S140 [12JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

——— impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Rare Disease Day: designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

——— improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744–S747 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS Guidance on Whether Hospital Emergency Departments Should Implement Fentanyl Testing as Routine Procedure for Patients Experiencing Overdose: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 921), S343 [28JA]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 658, establish Veterans Health Administration qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, H1932 [2FE]

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1325 [22JA]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 921, issue Dept. of HHS guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose, S1559 [23MR]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. 4008, Promoting Dental Health Act, S887 [5MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Con. Res. 28, Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, S966 [10MR]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 583, recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association, S260 [15JA]

S. Res. 590, Maternal Health Awareness Day, S347 [28JA]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 614, American Heart Month, S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 620, Rare Disease Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 643, Detransition Awareness Day, S1057 [16MR]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

S. Res. 655, National Day of Play, S1517 [22MR]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

HEALTH CARE CYBERSECURITY AND RESILIENCY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

HEALTH CARE FACILITIES

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

——— conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of HUD: provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish protections for health care providers who raise concerns about quality of health care services (see S. 4086), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic in Georgetown, TX, as major medical facility project (see H.R. 7489), H2185 [11FE]

——— carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— carry out pilot program to provide grants to outpatient mental health facilities for provision of culturally competent, evidence-based mental health care for veterans (see S. 4137), S1205 [18MR]

——— carry out pilot program to provide market-based rate adjustments to certain providers for qualifying specialized surgical services to veterans under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 4131), S1205 [18MR]

——— codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see S. 4031), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— establish procurement program to facilitate ability of medical centers to make direct procurements of original artwork from veterans who are patients (see H.R. 7838), H2470 [5MR]

——— improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

——— jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

FDA: enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Health care professionals: recognize importance of clinical roles of locum tenens physicians (see H.R. 7686), H2327 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

Medicaid: increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

——— eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

——— modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Charlottesville, VA: tribute to Charlottesville Hyperbarics, H2206 [12FE]

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Gloucester, VA: tribute to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital inclusion in Chartis Center for Rural Health Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals list, E207 [12MR]

Hanley, Matt: inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine 100 Most Influential Georgians list, H2207 [12FE]

Los Angeles, CA: anniversary of Arroyo Vista Family Health Center, E56 [20JA]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, E258 [24MR]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

Rural areas: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA): anniversary, E108 [4FE]

Warrenton, VA: Fauquier Hospital recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

——— opening of Puller Veterans Care Center, H618 [12JA]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Helen Hayes Hospital, H941 [20JA]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (S. 921), S459 [3FE], S1559, S1560 [23MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Health: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, S1610 [25MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S979 [11MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Reports filed

Dept. of HHS Guidance on Whether Hospital Emergency Departments Should Implement Fentanyl Testing as Routine Procedure for Patients Experiencing Overdose: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 921), S343 [28JA]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

S. 921, issue Dept. of HHS guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose, S1559 [23MR]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS related term(s) Public Health Service

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, H1144 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR] (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

American Nurses Association: recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary (see S. Res. 583), S257 [15JA] (see H. Res. 1010), H948 [20JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

——— reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Education: establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

——— strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish protections for health care providers who raise concerns about quality of health care services (see S. 4086), S1047 [12MR]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— carry out pilot program to provide market-based rate adjustments to certain providers for qualifying specialized surgical services to veterans under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 4131), S1205 [18MR]

——— codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

——— make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Drugs: modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Immigration: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

International relations: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

Locum tenens physicians: recognize importance of clinical roles (see H.R. 7686), H2327 [25FE]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

——— ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE] (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence: Heartbeat International (organization), H1143 [21JA]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

American Optometric Association: tribute to Federal Keyperson Summit, H2490 [16MR]

Bagnoli, Dominic: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Barth, Wayne: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR], E143 [20FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Charlottesville, VA: tribute to Charlottesville Hyperbarics, H2206 [12FE]

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Connelly, Tim: Georgia Hospital Association Physician Hero Award recipient, H697 [13JA]

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

——— provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

Ewers, Dave: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Hall Ambulance Service, Inc.: anniversary, E97 [3FE]

Harn, Barbara: Georgia Hospital Association James Shepherd Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H1126 [21JA]

Harper, Mark: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

Kentucky: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: ensure that prior authorization medical decisions are determined by physicians (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Mental health: reduce barriers to mental health crisis intervention and treatment, H705 [13JA]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, E258 [24MR]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work in District of Columbia (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR], E244 [19MR]

National Nurse Practitioner Week: observance, E177 [3MR]

NeSmith, Seth: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero award recipient, H1159 [21JA]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Pharmacists: tribute, H1989 [4FE]

Sacramento, CA: anniversary of Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, H2205 [12FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA): anniversary, E108 [4FE]

Warrenton, VA: Fauquier Hospital recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Helen Hayes Hospital, H941 [20JA]

Williamsport, PA: tribute to Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Service recipient of National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award, H1968 [3FE]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— Hospital at Home Program funding, S440 [2FE]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (S. 4110), S1093 [17MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Health: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, S1610 [25MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Reports filed

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

Statements

Tribute to Alex Pretti: Jessica Hauser, S309 [28JA]

Texts of

H.R. 658, establish Veterans Health Administration qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, H1932 [2FE]

H.R. 2196, National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act, H2523 [16MR]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 3707, Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

S. Con. Res. 27, U.S. Army Nurse Corps anniversary, S614 [12FE]

S. Con. Res. 28, Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, S966 [10MR]

S. Res. 583, recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association, S260 [15JA]

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR ECONOMIC AND CLINICAL HEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

HEALTH INVESTMENT ZONES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Health care professionals: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

HEALTHY FAMILIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

HEALTHY LUNGS FOR HEROES ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

HEALTHY MOMS AND BABIES ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

HEARTBEAT INTERNATIONAL (organization)

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence, H1143 [21JA]

HECOX, FINNEGAN

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

HEGSETH, PETER see Secretary of Defense (Peter Hegseth)

HEHIR, SOPHIE

Essays

State of the Union, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

HEIDEBRECHT, HANA

Essays

State of the Union, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

HEIDINGER, JOHN J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2424 [5MR]

HEIMANN, SCOTT

Remarks in Senate

Tribute (S. Res. 425), S1465 [21MR]

HEINE, ALLISON

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

HEINEMAN, ANDREW

Remarks in House

Tribute, E16 [8JA]

HEINRICH, MARTIN (a Senator from New Mexico)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S840 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279, S1284 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S139 [12JA], S173 [13JA], S221 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S90 [7JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation (see S. 3528), S346 [28JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— support small and very small meat and poultry processing establishments (see S. 1509), S534 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to print information on suicide prevention resources on student identification cards to improve access to mental health services (see S. 1924), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see S. 494), S510 [5FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S1616 [25MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

——— support State-based maternal mortality review committees and disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives (see S. 2621), S345 [28JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to develop comprehensive rural hospital cybersecurity workforce development strategy (see S. 2169), S959 [10MR]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S1010 [11MR]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S379 [29JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

FDA: establish additional authorities regarding conduct of pediatric investigations of molecularly targeted drugs to treat cancer (see S. 3302), S258 [15JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see S. 134), S489 [4FE]

Federal employees: allow employees terminated while serving probationary or trial period to resume such period upon reinstatement (see S. 918), S681 [25FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Housing: reform rural housing programs (see S. 1260), S803 [4MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1048 [12MR]

Medicaid: ensure accurate payments to pharmacies, prevent use of abusive spread pricing, and assure pharmacy access and choice for Medicare beneficiaries (see S. 3345), S346 [28JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (see S. 752), S344 [28JA]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S490 [4FE]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

Native Americans: provide advance appropriations authority for certain BIA and Indian Health Service accounts (see S. 2771), S490 [4FE]

——— recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Pharmaceuticals: establish special registration under Controlled Substances Act for schedule I eligible investigational drugs under Federal Right To Try law (see S. 3346), S578 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Social Security: enhance financial support for rural and safety net hospitals providing maternity, labor, and delivery services to vulnerable populations (see S. 2059), S442 [2FE]

——— exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (see S. 3229), S50 [6JA]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— impose excise tax on failure of certain hedge funds owning excess single-family residences to dispose of such residences (see S. 788), S510 [5FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S578 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see S. 4091), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see S. 4021), S881 [5MR]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1176 [18MR]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S92 [7JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S92 [7JA]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995 [11MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1176 [18MR]

——— revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST

Remarks in Senate

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

HEISS, HEIDI

Remarks in House

Tribute, H6 [6JA]

HELLENIC REPUBLIC see Greece

HELMS, ALLEN B., JR.

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

HELMS, WESLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E68 [22JA]

HELP AMERICA VOTE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

HELPER HELPER, LLC

Remarks in House

Lampton, Ellen: National Service Honor award recipient, H2103 [10FE]

HELPING EMERGENCY RESPONDERS OVERCOME (HERO) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

HELPING OVERSEE AND WARD OFF INFRASTRUCTURE EMERGENCIES (HOWIE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

HEMBREE, BILL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1939 [2FE]

HEMP PLANTING PREDICTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

HENDERSON, GWENDOLYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E242 [19MR]

HENGSTLER, JOE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E20 [9JA]

HENRY, KATIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E242 [19MR]

HENRY PRATT CO.

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

HERBICIDES

Bills and resolutions

Government regulations: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

HERITAGE, KAY

Remarks in House

Pooler, GA: reopening of Miss Sophie’s restaurant, H2414 [4MR]

HERITAGE FOUNDATION

Articles and editorials

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

HERN, KEVIN (a Representative from Oklahoma)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit taxpayer funded abortions (see H.R. 7), H2598 [18MR]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2551 [17MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see H.R. 4146), H921 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2477 [9MR]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2598 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H2477 [9MR]

Radio: oppose new fees, taxes, royalties, or charges on local, over the air, radio stations (see H. Con. Res. 12), H2531 [16MR]

Real estate: prohibit acquisition and ownership of agricultural land and residential real property by certain foreign entities (see H.R. 4706), H2484 [12MR]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H656 [12JA]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

HERNÁNDEZ, JUAN O.

Remarks in House

Trump, President: pardon of Juan O. Hernández, H2156 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: pardon of Juan O. Hernández, S79 [7JA]

HERNÁNDEZ, PABLO JOSÉ (a Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— enter into cooperative agreements with State, local, or Tribal governments to increase purchase of local foods (see H.R. 4782), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

——— ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2236 [20FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1173 [21JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H2229 [17FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korematsu, Fred T.: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 821), H656 [12JA]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1950 [2FE]

Taxation: reinstate special rate calculation of clean fuel production credit relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see H.R. 6518), H2236 [20FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 3310), H1916 [27JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of HHS: study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

National Park Service: establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (H.R. 7397), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of HHS: study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (H.R. 7064), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (H.R. 7829), H2472 [5MR]

National Park Service: establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (H.R. 7179), H1172 [21JA]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (H.R. 7697), H2329 [25FE]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (H.R. 7696), H2329 [25FE]

Lists

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158• [24FE]

Puerto Rico Puerto Nuevo Precinct 282 law enforcement officers, E123• [10FE]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H204 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2590 [18MR]

Giraldo-Santiago, Natalia: Council for Opportunity in Education National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160• [24FE]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158• [24FE]

National Nurse Practitioner Week: observance, E177• [3MR]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10• [7JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2590 [18MR]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7• [7JA]

——— tribute to Puerto Rico Police Bureau, E123• [10FE]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158• [24FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2590 [18MR]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158• [24FE]

Tributes

Curet Alonso, Catalino (Tite), E134• [12FE]

Santoni, Félix A., E149• [20FE]

HERNANDO COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office: tribute to Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

HERNDON, DAVID

Remarks in House

Tribute, E269 [25MR]

HEROISM

Amendments

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

Appointments

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Public safety officers: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

Crag Rats (organization): anniversary, E182 [3MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, H2708 [25MR]

Navab, Mehri: Girl Scouts National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award recipient, H728 [14JA]

Ollis, Michael: Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

Public safety officers: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Thacker, Brian M.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Valdez, Jose: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Wahlen, George E.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S122 [12JA], S230 [15JA]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (S. Res. 581), S473 [3FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Reports filed

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H.R. 3377, award Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., H1967 [3FE]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

H.R. 7194, award Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery, H1968 [3FE]

H.R. 7211, award Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley, H1967 [3FE]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 581, tribute to Matthew T. (Ty) Snook, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 630, honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families, S960 [10MR]

HERRON, MICHAEL C.

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

HERSHEL ‘WOODY’ WILLIAMS NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR MONUMENT LOCATION ACT see National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act

HESS, TIMOTHY C.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1338 [22JA]

HIATT, STEVE

Remarks in House

Hill AFB, UT: Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

HICKENLOOPER, JOHN W. (a Senator from Colorado)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1275, S1276 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA], S165 (see H.R. 6938), S163 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR]

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S960 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see S. 3802), S533 [9FE]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S554 [10FE]

——— extend increased dependency and indemnity compensation paid to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (see S. 749), S258 [15JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

FAA: publish list of medications compiled for purposes of medical certification of airmen and air traffic control specialists (see S. 3258), S553 [10FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: ensure public sector employees are able to form and join unions and enter into written contract with employers and reaffirm policy to encourage collective bargaining (see S. 1352), S378 [29JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1048 [12MR]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S960 [10MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S1581 [24MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S535 [9FE]

Occupational Safety and Health Act: expand coverage to public sector employees (see S. 1881), S345 [28JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S442 [2FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public lands: modify cost-sharing requirement for conservation projects carried out by qualified youth or conservation corps (see S. 1228), S378 [29JA]

SEC: permit registered investment companies to omit certain fees from calculation of acquired fund fees and expenses reporting (see S. 1808), S162 [13JA]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S708 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S221 [14JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR]

Remarks

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), S245 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S365 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1320 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S243 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S778 [4MR]

——— science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S365 [29JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S365 [29JA]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S243, S248 [15JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S246 [15JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S247 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S247 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S778 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1320 [19MR]

HICKS, MARYELLEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E123 [10FE]

HICKS, PEGGY

Remarks in House

African American Heritage Advisory Board: Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E183 [4MR]

HICKS, RONALD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2426 [5MR]

HICKS, THOMAS O.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E55 [20JA]

HIGGINS, CLAY (a Representative from Louisiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2259 [23FE]

Bipartisan Safer Communities Act: repeal firearm-related provisions relative to incentives to implement red flag laws and funding to expand National Instant Criminal Background Check System (see H.R. 6035), H2474 [5MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2297 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1923 [30JA]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2422 [4MR]

Immigration: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2298 [24FE]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

——— require financial institutions to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (see H.R. 7842), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2485 [12MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2221 [12FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (H.R. 7996), H2622 [19MR]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (H.R. 7874), H2477 [9MR]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (H.R. 6963), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704• [25MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2450• [5MR]

HIGH, ASA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2709 [25MR]

HIGHER EDUCATION ACT

Amendments

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: establish fair and consistent eligibility requirements for graduate medical schools operating outside U.S. and Canada to receive Federal student aid (see S. 3757), S442 [2FE]

——— expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (see H.R. 7660), H2296 [24FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under student support services program (see H.R. 7689), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

——— restrict contracts with foreign countries of concern and foreign entities of concern, H713 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2424 [5MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

National TRIO Day: observance, S969 [11MR]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

College Financial Aid Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6392, Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act, H2364 [3MR]

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

S. 3757, Foreign Medical School Accountability Fairness Act, S443 [2FE]

HIGHER EDUCATION CHALLENGE GRANT MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

HIGHTOWER, MARY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S46 [6JA]

HIGHWAYS see Roads and Highways

HILAIRE, JENNIFER DESIR

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

HILL, AMELIA

Essays

State of the Union, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

HILL, CHRIS AND DEANA

Remarks in House

Arvada, CO: Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187 [4MR]

HILL, J. FRENCH (a Representative from Arkansas)

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by, H2309, H2314 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reauthorize Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Program (see H.R. 4400), H2477 [9MR]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H1912 [23JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2297 [24FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1912 [23JA]

——— provide coverage of portable ultrasound transportation and set up services (see H.R. 2477), H2473 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2120 [10FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2485 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (H.R. 6955), H135 [7JA]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (H.R. 7180), H1172 [21JA]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (H.R. 7253), H1916 [27JA]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Bringing the Discount Window Into the 21st Century Act (H.R. 3390): CBO, H2078 [9FE]

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: by, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H641• [12JA]

Arkansas: anniversary of Petit Jean State Park, H2045 [9FE]

——— tribute to 2d Congressional District National Guard recruitment figures, H2045 [9FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2411• [4MR]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2567• [18MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050, H2070, H2071, H2072, H2073, H2074 [9FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074, H2076 [9FE]

——— subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H739 [14JA]

FRS: review discount window operations and implement improvements to such operations (H.R. 3390), H2076, H2077, H2078 [9FE]

House of Representatives: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, H2309, H2314 [25FE]

Jackson, Linda: University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Tollefson, Tayla: Miss Spokane (WA) competition winner, E187• [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2411• [4MR]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2048, H2049, H2050 [9FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H652 [12JA]

Votes: position on missed, E32• [13JA], E63• [21JA]

Reports filed

American Financial Institution Regulatory Sovereignty and Transparency (American FIRST) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6550) (H. Rept. 119–529), H2326 [25FE]

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H. Res. 1007) (H. Rept. 119–559), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Regulatory Tailoring Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7056) (H. Rept. 119–558), H2620 [19MR]

Community Bank Representation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6554) (H. Rept. 119–533), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

Enhancing Bank Resolution Participation Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6555) (H. Rept. 119–534), H2326 [25FE]

Failing Bank Acquisition Fairness Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6556) (H. Rept. 119–475), H1948 [2FE]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Least Cost Exception Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6547) (H. Rept. 119–474), H1948 [2FE]

Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

Merger Process Review Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

New Bank Application Numbers Knowledge (New BANK) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Public Company Advisory Committee Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Regulation A+ Improvement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

Regulatory Efficiency, Verification, Itemization, and Enhanced Workflow (REVIEW) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Save Our Shrimpers Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations (TIER) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6553) (H. Rept. 119–532), H2326 [25FE]

Tributes

Arrington, Robert, H2045 [9FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H619 [12JA]

Patterson, Cam, H619 [12JA]

Zollner, Doug, H2045 [9FE]

HILTON, WILLIAM E.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1629 [25MR]

HIMES, JAMES A. (a Representative from Connecticut)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit interference, under color of State law, with provision of interstate abortion services (see H.R. 4099), H921 [15JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: authorize grants to health care providers to enhance physical and cyber security of their facilities, personnel, and patients (see H.R. 612), H656 [12JA]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H894 [14JA]

——— issue guidance on coverage under Medicaid of certain pelvic health services furnished during postpartum period (see H.R. 4074), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H1977 [3FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see H.R. 4231), H2297 [24FE]

——— permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to satisfy documentation requirement for coverage of certain shoes for individuals with diabetes (see H.R. 1616), H925 [16JA]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H949 [20JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H895 [14JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HUD: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (H.R. 7792), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

American Institute For Foreign Study: anniversary of Au Pair in America program, E248• [20MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2405, H2406 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1319 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2405 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, E32• [13JA]

Tributes

Vermont, Carolyn, E233• [18MR]

HINCKLEY, GEORGE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H231 [8JA]

HINDERING OPPRESSIVE NATIONS FROM OBTAINING REVENUE (HONOR) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 327), S953 [10MR]

Texts of

S. 327, provisions, S953 [10MR]

HINESVILLE, GA

Remarks in House

Daniels, Heather: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award recipient, H1125 [21JA]

HINSON, ASHLEY (a Representative from Iowa)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2531 [16MR]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of State: designate Muslim Brotherhood (organization) as foreign terrorist organization and report to Congress regarding such designation (see H.R. 4397), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2098 [9FE]

——— increase dollar amounts for payment of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation (see H.R. 6047), H2484 [12MR]

——— require lactation space in each medical center (see H.R. 1646), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2371 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require greater transparency for Federal regulatory decisions that impact small businesses (see H.R. 1163), H2097 [9FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Medicare: temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H13 [6JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

——— require drug and biological product manufacturers to include truthful and non-misleading pricing information in any direct-to-consumer advertising (see H.R. 3789), H719 [13JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see H.R. 2660), H2188 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (H.R. 7330), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (H.R. 8084), H2711 [25MR]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (H.R. 7498), H2187 [11FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (H.R. 8049), H2676 [24MR]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (H.R. 8083), H2711 [25MR]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1326 [22JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H678 [13JA]

Votes: position on missed, H647• [12JA]

HINSON, FREDDIE, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E180 [3MR]

HINTON, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2680 [25MR]

HIPP, VAN D.

Obituaries

Personal, E157 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, E157 [24FE]

HIRING IMPROVEMENT AND RECRUITMENT EMPOWERMENT FOR DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION (HIRE DEA) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

HIRONO, MAZIE K. (a Senator from Hawaii)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S897 [5MR], S960 [10MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1214, S1217, S1218, S1277, S1278 [18MR], S1388, S1395 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S221 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S390, S391 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S535 [9FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct review to evaluate status of research on lung cancer in women and underserved populations (see S. 1157), S116 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of HUD and FEMA: establish pilot program for construction of temporary disaster assistance housing (see S. 120), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see S.J. Res. 78), S292 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S1010 [11MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S959 [10MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1207 [18MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S285 [27JA]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S714 [26FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1608 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1334 [19MR]

Hawaiian Language Month: observance, S714 [26FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S998 [11MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1334 [19MR]

HIROTA, DORIS A. DERLETH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1988 [4FE]

HISLOPE, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

HISPANIC AMERICANS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Families and domestic relations: recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

Rodriguez, Cristina M.: tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Chicago, IL: anniversary of Food Market La Chiquita (business), H594 [9JA]

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216 [16MR]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND SITES

Bills and resolutions

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

——— restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

——— study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Mississippi: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of Natchez Historical Park (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

National Park Service: establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

——— modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

Lists

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169 [26FE]

Chokoloskee, FL: anniversary of Ted Smallwood Store, E109 [4FE]

Murrells Inlet, SC: opening of Brookgreen Gardens Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27 [12JA]

Port Chester Historical Society: tribute, H142 [8JA]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Boise, ID: anniversary of Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, S254 [15JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

H.R. 4467, Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, H2509 [16MR]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

HISTORY

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by Senator Kaine, S627–S632 [24FE]

——— read by several Representatives, H2309–H2314 [25FE]

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S574 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

——— recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Bhutan: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

——— authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

——— permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Commission on American Civics Renewal: establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Education: incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of the Interior: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Krier, Mae: tribute (see H. Res. 1126), H2621 [19MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Members of Congress: implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

Mississippi: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of Natchez Historical Park (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

——— modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (see H.R. 7317), H1948 [2FE]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Religion: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (see S. Res. 649), S1205 [18MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE] (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1074), H2258 [23FE]

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Letters

Siege at the Alamo: William B. Travis, S736 [2MR]

Lists

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Proclamations

Jessup, PA, Anniversary: Representative Bresnahan, E93 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

Azuza, CA: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169 [26FE]

Black History Month: observance, H1940–H1946 [2FE], H1986, H2011, H2022 [4FE], H2085–H2089 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2174 [11FE], H2189, H2207, H2208, H2211 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2300 [25FE], H2429 [5MR], E89 [2FE], E101 [4FE], E134 [12FE], E139, E140, E141 [17FE], E146 [20FE], E243 [19MR]

Brooksville, FL: anniversary, E143 [20FE]

Brownsville, TX: anniversary, E105 [4FE]

Butte, MT: tribute to World Museum of Mining, E158 [24FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), H2172 [11FE]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Casimir Pulaski Day: observance, H2454 [5MR]

Chokoloskee, FL: anniversary of Ted Smallwood Store, E109 [4FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

Congress: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, H713 [13JA], H721 [14JA], H2265 [24FE], E218 [16MR]

——— tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

Greer, SC: anniversary, H2706 [25MR]

House of Representatives: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, H2309–H2314 [25FE]

Jersey Shore, PA: anniversary, H2426 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H911, H912, H914 [15JA], H942–H946 [20JA]

Miami Springs, FL: anniversary, E75 [27JA]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2560 [18MR], H2669–H2672 [24MR], E178 [3MR], E229, E230, E231 [18MR], E263 [25MR]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), E88 [2FE]

Northern Mariana Islands: anniversary of covenant establishing political union with U.S., H2638 [24MR]

Oil City (PA) Derrick: tribute, H2683 [25MR]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185 [4MR]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Placentia, CA: anniversary, E36 [13JA]

Port Chester Historical Society: tribute, H142 [8JA]

Power resources: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

Prince William County, VA: tribute to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56 [20JA]

Randolph, NY: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

Selma, AL: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

St. Helena, CA: anniversary, E267 [25MR]

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H2087 [9FE]

——— evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2048–H2050 [9FE]

——— mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Virgin Islands History Month: observance, H2343 [3MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Wall Township, NJ: anniversary, E193 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Black History Month: observance (S. Res. 615), S689 [25FE]

Boise, ID: anniversary of Boise Airport, S799 [4MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), S728 [2MR]

——— authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (S. Con. Res. 29), S1560 [23MR]

Carthage, ME: anniversary, S625 [23FE]

Chelsea, ME: anniversary, S1610 [25MR]

Congress: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Cutler, ME: anniversary, S375 [29JA]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S36 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S507 [5FE], S714 [26FE], S1631 [25MR]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (S. Res. 629), S1058 [16MR]

Leeds, ME: anniversary, S642 [24FE]

Library of Congress: tribute to Veterans History Project participants, S1311 [19MR]

Lithuania: independence anniversary, S559 [11FE]

National Women’s History Month: observance, S1159 [18MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

New Mexico: tribute to Bataan Memorial March running event, S1429 [20MR]

Postal Service: anniversary, S158 [13JA]

Religion: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (S. Res. 649), S1202 [18MR]

Sebago, ME: anniversary, S253 [15JA]

Senate: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

——— reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S627 [24FE]

——— reading of George Washington’s farewell address, unanimous-consent agreement, S574 [11FE]

——— tribute to ‘‘Famous Five’’ former Senators commemorated in Senate reception room portraits, S1017 [12MR]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Strong, ME: anniversary, S338 [28JA]

Texas Independence Day: observance, S736 [2MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Voting: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

World War II: anniversary of Bataan Death March, S1429 [20MR]

YMCA: anniversary (S. Res. 642), S1051 [12MR]

Reports filed

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Tribute to Eva Schloss: Doyle Stevick, E21 [9JA]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 72, use of Capitol Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust, H2172 [11FE]

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

H.R. 4467, Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, H2509 [16MR]

H.R. 5616, $2.50 for America’s 250th Act, H2048 [9FE]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Con. Res. 27, U.S. Army Nurse Corps anniversary, S614 [12FE]

S. Con. Res. 29, use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I, S1547 [23MR]

S. Res. 615, Black History Month, S688 [25FE]

S. Res. 629, tribute to Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., S917 [9MR]

S. Res. 642, YMCA anniversary, S1051 [12MR]

S. Res. 649, commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer, S1207 [18MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

S. Res. 657, commend Tawian on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions, S1546 [23MR]

S. Res. 661, Greece independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

Tributes

Lincoln, Abraham, S587 [12FE]

HIV IS NOT A CRIME AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HOBSON, JOSHUA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2106 [10FE]

HOEVEN, JOHN (a Senator from North Dakota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Crime: establish new Federal crimes for killing, assaulting, or fleeing from assault on law enforcement officers and judges, limit rights of offenders, and allow officers to carry firearms in Federal facilities (see S. 3366), S534 [9FE]

——— prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S733 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S733 [2MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S1206 [18MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Taxation: provide special rules for taxation of certain residents of Taiwan with income from sources within U.S. (see S. 199), S220 [14JA]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see S. 1054), S470 [3FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S510 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Interior: modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR]

Medicare: allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S975 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1516 [22MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S975 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1516 [22MR]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S974 [11MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1516 [22MR]

HOGAN, DAN

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association: W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

HOGAN, LUCAS

Poems

‘‘Moments of Silence’’, S266 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Tribute, S266 [15JA]

HOGAN, MARTIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2414 [4MR]

HOGARTH, CHRIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E259 [24MR]

HOLGUIN, EDEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2379 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S658, S659 [25FE]

HOLIDAYS see Special Days and Holidays

HOLLINS, PENROSE

Remarks in House

Deleware: Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Order of the First State award: recipient, S955 [10MR]

HOLLYWOOD, MD

Remarks in House

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

HOLMES, JESSIE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1344 [19MR]

HOLMES, KEVIN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

HOLOCAUST EXPROPRIATED ART RECOVERY ACT

Remarks in House

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Enact (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Texts of

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 1884, provisions, H2497 [16MR]

HOLT, CECIL C., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2415 [4MR]

HOLTZ, LOUIS L.

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR] (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Obituaries

Personal, E198 [9MR]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2429, H2430, H2452 [5MR], E198 [9MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute (S. Res. 644), S1058 [16MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 644, tribute, S1058 [16MR]

HOLYOAK, MELISSA

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

HOME APPLIANCE PROTECTION AND AFFORDABILITY ACT

Letters

Provisions: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4626, provisions, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

HOME SCHOOL GRADUATION RECOGNITION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

HOMEBUILDERS CORPS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

HOMELAND SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (see H.R. 7285), H1921 [30JA]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

HOMELESS

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H947 [20JA]

——— expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

——— identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

——— make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

Safety: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Kai Pincus, S760 [3MR]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

City Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Springs Rescue Mission (organization), E219 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Los Angeles, CA: Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program funding, H2103 [10FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Reports filed

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

HOMEOWNER ENERGY FREEDOM ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 4758): consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 4758): consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, provisions, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, provisions, H2301 [25FE]

HOMES FOR AMERICAN FAMILIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

HOMESCHOOL GRADUATION RECOGNITION ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6392, provisions, H2364 [3MR]

HOMOSEXUALITY see Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex +

HONDURAS, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

Remarks in House

Trump, President: pardon of Juan O. Hernández, H2156 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Caceres, Berta: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist, S728 [2MR]

Trump, President: pardon of Juan O. Hernández, S79 [7JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

HONG KONG ECONOMIC AND TRADE OFFICE (HKETO) CERTIFICATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

HONNOLD, ALEX

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1969 [3FE]

HONORING OUR FALLEN HEROES ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

HONORING OUR NATION’S OBLIGATION TO REMEMBER (HONOR) GOLD STAR FAMILIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

HOOD, CHRISTOPHER

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S468 [3FE]

HOOD RIVER, OR

Remarks in House

Crag Rats (organization): anniversary, E182 [3MR]

HOPE (HUMANS OVER PRIVATE EQUITY) FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

HOPPER, ABIGAIL ROSS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H942 [20JA]

HORN, JOANNE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H109 [7JA]

HORNSLETH, POUL

Bills and resolutions

Poul Hornsleth Post Office, St. Petersburg, FL: designate (see H.R. 7313), H1948 [2FE]

HORSFORD, STEVEN (a Representative from Nevada)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Caribbean American Heritage Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 547), H949 [20JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: restore limited, free telephone service for detainees to facilitate consultations with legal counsel and to maintain ties with families (see H.R. 5941), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— satisfy certain staffing requirements relating to low-income home energy assistance (see H.R. 3876), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2097 [9FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2471 [5MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2098 [9FE]

——— report on information about arrests made by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 5007), H2042 [5FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H2033 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H2033 [4FE]

——— restrict from arresting or detaining individuals in connection with appearances before immigration courts of Executive Office for Immigration Review (see H.R. 6521), H2042 [5FE]

Dept. of HUD: prohibit disclosure of records of individuals for purposes of immigration enforcement (see H.R. 5340), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Depts. of HHS and Homeland Security: require report on detainees in U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or Office of Refugee Resettlement custody (see H.R. 3473), H2032 [4FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2623 [19MR]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: rescind State and local immigration enforcement authority and clarify that immigration enforcement is solely function of Federal Government (see H.R. 6890), H2042 [5FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2530 [16MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Postal Service: provide authority to mail alcoholic beverages (see H.R. 3011), H1173 [21JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2333 [26FE]

Taxation: classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2188 [11FE]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H921 [15JA]

——— provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H251 [8JA]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Income: adjust minimum wage for tipped workers and expand and make permanent qualified tip tax deduction (see H.R. 7577), H2224 [13FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Income: adjust minimum wage for tipped workers and expand and make permanent qualified tip tax deduction (H.R. 7577), H2225 [13FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2235 [20FE]

——— require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7736), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1944 [2FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H687 [13JA]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H943 [20JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2160 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2273 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2160 [11FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2273 [24FE]

HORTICULTURE related term(s) Flowers

Bills and resolutions

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Letters

Save Our Sequoias Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2503–H2509, H2514 [16MR], H2615 [19MR]

Murrells Inlet, SC: opening of Brookgreen Gardens Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27 [12JA]

Smoketown, PA: anniversary of Rohrer Seeds (business), E153 [23FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Reports filed

Save Our Sequoias Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H.R. 2709, Save Our Sequoias Act, H2503–H2507 [16MR]

HORTMAN, JOHN

Proclamations

Tribute to Melissa and John Hortman: by: Representative Morrison, H2267 [24FE]

HORTMAN, MARK

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2208 [12FE]

HORTMAN, MELISSA

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Proclamations

Tribute to Melissa and John Hortman: by: Representative Morrison, H2267 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2208 [12FE]

HOSPICE CARE ACCOUNTABILITY, REFORM, AND ENFORCEMENT (HOSPICE CARE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR]

HOSPICES see Health Care Facilities

HOSPITALS see Health Care Facilities

HOSTAGES see Terrorism

HOT ROCK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

HOTELS, MOTELS, ETC.

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Coral Gables, FL: anniversary of Biltmore Hotel Miami-Coral Gables, E3 [6JA]

St. Marys, GA: anniversary of Riverview Hotel, H663 [13JA]

HOUCHIN, ERIN (a Representative from Indiana)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit use of Federal funds to assist illegal alien in accessing covered abortion services (see H.R. 6191), H2370 [3MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2628 [20MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2474 [5MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see H.R. 6392), H925 [16JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2225 [13FE]

——— expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (see H.R. 1346), H2421 [4MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

Firearms: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H2477 [9MR]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2531 [16MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H2097 [9FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Real estate: exempt small seller financers from certain licensing requirements (see H.R. 6511), H2120 [10FE]

State Justice Institute: establish State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center (see H.R. 4602), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: establish neighborhood revitalization tax credit (see H.R. 2854), H2370 [3MR]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2236 [20FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2330 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2483 [12MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (H.R. 8009), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (H.R. 7875), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (H.R. 7793), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H600 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112, H113, H115, H120 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112, H113, H115, H120 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688, H2691, H2692, H2694, H2695 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688, H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112, H113, H115, H120 [7JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688, H2695 [25MR]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2688, H2694 [25MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117 [7JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H116 [7JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H116 [7JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688, H2695 [25MR]

Starlight Distillery (company): San Francisco World Spirits Competition Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Suspend Counting of House Calendar Days for Purposes of Certain Resolutions of Inquiry Addressed to Heads of Executive Departments: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Tributes

Hampton, Presley, H669 [13JA]

HOULAHAN, CHRISSY (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2120 [10FE]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see H.R. 2004), H1922 [30JA]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2120 [10FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2623 [19MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1916 [27JA]

——— secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H1173 [21JA]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2298 [24FE]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see H.R. 7832), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2298 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: protect integrity, impartiality, and independence of Federal statistical agencies by establishing fixed terms and for-cause removal protections for heads of such agencies (see H.R. 4907), H2120 [10FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2032 [4FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2677 [24MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2033 [4FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2188 [11FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see H.R. 2743), H2370 [3MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2119 [10FE]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7907), H2623 [19MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2623 [19MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1173 [21JA]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H135 [7JA]

TSA: provide for funding for all activities for certain period in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5732), H2623 [19MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Year of Math: observance (see H. Res. 1091), H2336 [2MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (H.R. 8050), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: establish leave policies for members to seek abortions (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1319, H1320 [22JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Timothy O’Connor, Jr., H2547 [17MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2496 [16MR]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Votes: correction, H2583• [18MR]

——— position on missed, E122• [10FE]

Tributes

Borras, Aida (Terri), E127• [11FE]

Brown, Deborah P., E217• [16MR]

Fernitz, Kirk, H2587 [18MR]

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES related term(s) Committees of the House; Legislative Branch of the Government; Members of Congress; Votes in House

Amendments

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Doug LaMalfa, H122 [7JA]

Moment of silence in memory of Richard T. Schulze, H227 [8JA]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

House of Representatives Inspector General, H2325 [25FE]

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H1172 [21JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

——— preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

——— advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

——— advance sensible priorities (H.R. 6636), consideration (see H. Res. 1029), H1949 [2FE]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (see H. Res. 997), H893 [14JA]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (H. Res. 997), consideration (see H. Res. 999), H893 [14JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (see H.R. 7007), H654 [12JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), consideration (see H. Res. 986), H655 [12JA]

——— joint session for Presidential address (see H. Con. Res. 74), H2118 [10FE]

Constitution—U.S.: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Daily meeting: fixing hour (see H. Res. 976), H12 [6JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Gonzales, Representative: censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

——— remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

——— require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

——— require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

——— same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (see H. Res. 978), H134 [7JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— eliminate automatic salary adjustments (see H.R. 7628), H2234 [20FE]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

——— prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Political ethics: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Senate: notify that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled (see H. Res. 975), H12 [6JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

——— require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Trump, President: notify that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 974), H12 [6JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

Begich, Representative, H923 [16JA]

Bost, Representative, H1911 [23JA]

Bresnahan, Representative, H2475 [9MR]

Cloud, Representative, H2099 [10FE]

Clyde, Representative, H663 [13JA]

Collins, Representative, H2487 [16MR]

Evans, Representative Gabe, H2121 [11FE]

Ezell, Representative, H1951 [3FE]

Griffith, Representative, H1919 [30JA]

Guest, Representative, H2599 [19MR]

Hurd, Representative, H2635 [24MR]

Kennedy, Representative Mike, H2331 [26FE], H2343 [3MR]

Mann, Representative, H1979 [4FE]

McClintock, Representative, H2533 [17MR]

Miller, Representative Carol D., H2423 [5MR]

Miller, Representative Mary E., H2261 [24FE]

Moore, Representative Riley M., H2231 [20FE], H2679 [25MR]

Newhouse, Representative, H1125 [21JA], H2039 [5FE]

Norman, Representative, H2373 [4MR]

Simpson, Representative, H2223 [13FE], H2625 [20MR]

Smith, Representative Adrian, H1913 [27JA], H2043 [9FE], H2335 [2MR]

Smith, Representative Christopher H., H1 [3JA], H2227 [17FE]

Taylor, Representative, H617 [12JA], H1925 [2FE], H2237 [23FE]

Valadao, Representative, H103 [7JA], H1175 [22JA]

Wied, Representative, H137 [8JA]

Williams, Representative Roger, H927 [20JA]

Wittman, Representative, H721 [14JA], H2479 [12MR]

Discharge petitions signed

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (H. Res. 982), H1923 [30JA], H2042 [5FE], H2225 [13FE], H2334 [26FE], H2634 [20MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (H. Res. 1096), H2633 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S608 [12FE]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 1689), consideration (H. Res. 965), H1923 [30JA], H2042 [5FE], H2225 [13FE], H2334 [26FE], H2474 [5MR], H2634 [20MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (H.R. 1908), consideration (H. Res. 725), H616 [9JA], H925 [16JA], H2474 [5MR]

Taxation: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (H.R. 4304), H2225 [13FE], H2334 [26FE]

Ukraine: authorize support, and sanction Russia, relative to Russian invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 2913), consideration (H. Res. 518), H2042 [5FE]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (H. Res. 1046), H2634 [20MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

District work period: Speaker Mike Johnson, H1335 [22JA]

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives: Christina Adkins, Texas Director of Elections, H1936 [2FE]

——— Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk of the House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

Lists

Bills enacted into Public Law, 118th Cong., 2d sess., D23–D43 [7JA]

Members of Congress taking oath for access to classified information, H2039 [5FE]

Motions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Education and Workforce (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on the Judiciary (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Oaths of office

Menefee, Christian D., H1937, H1947 [2FE]

Pledge

Pledge of Allegiance, H1 [3JA], H4 [6JA], H111 [7JA], H148 [8JA], H593 [9JA], H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA], H726 [14JA], H897 [15JA], H923 [16JA], H928 [20JA], H1130 [21JA], H1175 [22JA], H1911 [23JA], H1913 [27JA], H1919 [30JA], H1925 [2FE], H1951 [3FE], H1991 [4FE], H2039 [5FE], H2046 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2121 [11FE], H2189 [12FE], H2223 [13FE], H2227 [17FE], H2231 [20FE], H2240 [23FE], H2268 [24FE], H2299 [25FE], H2331 [26FE], H2335 [2MR], H2345 [3MR], H2378 [4MR], H2430 [5MR], H2475 [9MR], H2479 [12MR], H2491 [16MR], H2537 [17MR], H2559 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2625 [20MR], H2640 [24MR], H2686 [25MR]

Prayers

Kibben, Margaret Grun, H1 [3JA], H3 [6JA], H111 [7JA], H148 [8JA], H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA], H726 [14JA], H897 [15JA], H923 [16JA], H928 [20JA], H1130 [21JA], H1175 [22JA], H1911 [23JA], H1919 [30JA], H1925 [2FE], H1951 [3FE], H1991 [4FE], H2039 [5FE], H2046 [9FE], H2106 [10FE], H2121 [11FE], H2189 [12FE], H2223 [13FE], H2227 [17FE], H2268 [24FE], H2299 [25FE], H2345 [3MR], H2378 [4MR], H2430 [5MR], H2491 [16MR], H2537 [17MR], H2558 [18MR], H2625 [20MR], H2640 [24MR], H2686 [25MR]

Prayers by visitors

Bridges, Edrees, H2335 [2MR]

Carr, Brent, H2599 [19MR]

Green, William, Jr., H593 [9JA]

Kellerman, Chris, H2475 [9MR]

Kellogg, John, H1913 [27JA]

Randles, Zack, H2479 [12MR]

Schultz, Lisa Wink, H2231 [20FE], H2331 [26FE]

Slavinskas, Jonathan, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Appropriations: legislative process, H1178, H1179 [22JA], H1954, H1956–H1958 [3FE], H2693, H2694 [25MR]

Armed Forces: moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Krystofer Lopez, H2585 [18MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (H. Res. 1013), H2584 [18MR]

Committee on Agriculture (House): tribute to staff, H2426 [5MR]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

——— preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145, H146, H213–H227, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA], H111, H124–H126 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

——— anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

——— concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

——— importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA], H2423 [5MR], H2615 [19MR]

——— joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), H2116 [10FE]

——— legislative process, H2271 [24FE]

——— tribute to tradition of gifting baby chick painting to Washington (State) newest congressional delegation member, H105 [7JA]

Costa, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H668 [13JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Crime: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

Daily meeting: fixing hour (H. Res. 976), H4 [6JA]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Davius, Sorffly: moment of silence in honor, H2666 [24MR]

DeSaulnier, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1990 [4FE]

——— tribute to staff, H1990 [4FE]

Dexter, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H229 [8JA]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

Hoyer, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H138 [8JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (H. Res. 978), H112 [7JA]

Law enforcement officers: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

Legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

Legislative program, H2011 [4FE], H2606 [19MR]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Menefee, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1937 [2FE]

O’Connor, Timothy, Jr.: moment of silence in honor, H2547 [17MR]

Parliamentary inquiry, H2306 [25FE]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Savino, Ariana G.: moment of silence in memory, H2606 [19MR]

Senate: notify that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled (H. Res. 975), H4 [6JA]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H139 [8JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Trump, President: impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

——— notify that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 974), H4 [6JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Votes, correction: Boebert, H213 [8JA]

——— Carson, E45 [15JA]

——— Crawford, E202 [9MR]

——— Davids, E68 [22JA]

——— Houlahan, H2583 [18MR]

——— Johnson, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’, Jr., E49 [16JA]

——— Lee, Susie, H604 [9JA]

——— Meuser, E71 [23JA], E169 [26FE]

——— Norcross, E152 [23FE]

——— Perez, H2583 [18MR]

——— Stefanik, E71 [23JA]

Votes, position on missed: Allen, H1960 [3FE], H2171 [11FE]

——— Auchincloss, E164 [25FE], E260 [24MR]

——— Baird, E9 [7JA], E15 [8JA], E170 [26FE], E231 [18MR]

——— Balderson, H2584 [18MR]

——— Barr, H2169 [11FE]

——— Barragan, E105 [4FE]

——— Bell, H1938 [2FE], H2287 [24FE]

——— Bonamici, H2392 [4MR]

——— Brecheen, E243 [19MR]

——— Carey, E241 [19MR]

——— Carter, Earl L. ‘‘Buddy’’, H2277 [24FE]

——— Casar, E31 [13JA], E61 [21JA]

——— Castor, E116 [9FE]

——— Ciscomani, H2082 [9FE]

——— Conaway, E42 [14JA], E75 [27JA], E164 [25FE]

——— Correa, H2277 [24FE], E230 [18MR]

——— Crenshaw, E103 [4FE]

——— DeLauro, H604 [9JA]

——— DeSaulnier, H1960 [3FE]

——— Dexter, E24 [12JA]

——— Diaz-Balart, E232 [18MR]

——— Feenstra, E95 [3FE]

——— Foster, E122 [10FE]

——— Garamendi, E111 [5FE]

——— Garcia, Sylvia R., H2392 [4MR]

——— Goldman, Daniel S., H647 [12JA], H2204 [12FE], H2666 [24MR]

——— Gomez, H2083 [9FE], H2277 [24FE]

——— Graves, H647 [12JA], H2083 [9FE]

——— Grijalva, H2010 [4FE]

——— Haridopolos, H2286 [24FE]

——— Higgins, H2450 [5MR]

——— Hill, E32 [13JA], E63 [21JA]

——— Himes, E32 [13JA]

——— Hinson, H647 [12JA]

——— Houlahan, E122 [10FE]

——— Huizenga, H940 [20JA]

——— Jayapal, H2450 [5MR], E61 [21JA]

——— Kim, H2286 [24FE]

——— LaHood, E267 [25MR]

——— Landsman, E101 [4FE]

——— Langworthy, H604 [9JA], H1938 [2FE]

——— Larson, E67 [22JA]

——— Latimer, E240 [19MR]

——— Lawler, H940 [20JA]

——— Lee, Susie, H1960 [3FE]

——— Mackenzie, H940 [20JA]

——— Magaziner, E171 [2MR]

——— Menefee, H2010 [4FE]

——— Miller, Carol D., H1330 [22JA]

——— Moore, Tim, H733 [14JA]

——— Morelle, E87 [2FE]

——— Moulton, E135 [12FE], E193 [5MR]

——— Murphy, E9 [7JA], E71 [23JA]

——— Nadler, H2287 [24FE], H2306 [25FE]

——— Pelosi, E127 [11FE]

——— Perry, H2138 [11FE]

——— Pettersen, E33 [13JA], E55 [20JA], E122 [10FE]

——— Pocan, E62 [21JA]

——— Ramirez, E61 [21JA]

——— Roy, H2277 [24FE]

——— Rutherford, E23, E25, E28 [12JA]

——— Scholten, H940 [20JA], H2083 [9FE], H2666 [24MR], E31 [13JA]

——— Shreve, H940 [20JA]

——— Smith, Adam, E124 [10FE], E193 [5MR]

——— Spartz, H2277 [24FE]

——— Stansbury, H677 [13JA], H2277 [24FE]

——— Stefanik, H1157 [21JA], H1185 [22JA], H2083 [9FE], H2279 [24FE]

——— Stutzman, H1938 [2FE]

——— Sykes, E41 [14JA], E134 [12FE], E188 [4MR]

——— Tenney, H2277 [24FE]

——— Thompson, Glenn, H801 [14JA]

——— Timmons, H2277 [24FE]

——— Titus, H2083 [9FE], H2279, H2286 [24FE], H2306 [25FE]

——— Tokuda, H2666 [24MR]

——— Tonko, H1960 [3FE]

——— Trahan, H2279 [24FE]

——— Valadao, H2392 [4MR]

——— Wagner, E61 [21JA]

——— Wasserman Schultz, H940 [20JA], E230 [18MR]

——— Webster, E8 [7JA]

——— Williams, Roger, H647 [12JA]

——— Wilson, Joe, H1960 [3FE]

——— Womack, H604 [9JA], H647 [12JA], H907 [15JA], H940 [20JA], H1139, H1157 [21JA]

Washington, George: reading of farewell address, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: legislative process, S4 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S228 [15JA], S317 [28JA], S407 [30JA], S455 [3FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Committee to escort President Trump into House chamber: authority to appoint, S625 [23FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

——— joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), S616 [12FE]

——— oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

——— prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Reports filed

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Suspend Counting of House Calendar Days for Purposes of Certain Resolutions of Inquiry Addressed to Heads of Executive Departments: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Resignations

Committee on Ethics (House): Representative Rutherford, H4 [6JA]

Committee on Foreign Affairs (House): Representative McCormick, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): Representative Beyer, H2082 [9FE]

——— Representative Max L. Miller, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Small Business (House): Representative Conaway, H1935 [2FE]

——— Representative Downing, H2687 [25MR]

——— Representative LaLota, H2687 [25MR]

House Republican Caucus: Representative Kiley, H2580 [18MR]

Resumes

Congressional Activity: 119th Cong., 1st sess., D49, D55 [8JA]

——— 119th Cong., 2d sess., D143 [2FE], D233 [2MR]

Rollcalls

Quorum, H3 [6JA]

Subpoena Notices

U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, H1993 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 74, joint session of Congress for Presidential address, H2116 [10FE]

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 780, consideration of H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H123 [7JA]

H. Res. 974, notify President that quorum has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 975, notify Senate that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 976, fixing hour of House of Representatives daily meeting, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 978, tribute to Doug LaMalfa, H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 979, majority party appointments to Committee on Ethics (House), H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 991, request Senate to return to House of Representatives H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H697 [13JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1042, suspend counting of calendar days in House for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1048, minority party appointments to Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2115 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1072, preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment, H2391 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H213–H217 [8JA]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

S. 4123, End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, S1356 [19MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

Tributes

Brownley, Representative, H937 [20JA]

Hamilton, Lee H., E160 [24FE]

Hoyer, Representative, H138, H139, H144 [8JA], H2376 [4MR]

Jackson Lee, Sheila, H2214 [12FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H5 [6JA], H104, H121, H122 [7JA], H231–H239 [8JA], H604, H606, H611 [9JA], H619 [12JA]

Menefee, Representative, H1937 [2FE]

Ottinger, Richard L., H2451 [5MR]

Schulze, Richard T., H227 [8JA], E69 [22JA]

Turner, Sylvester, H2214 [12FE], H2454 [5MR]

White, George H., H1993 [4FE]

HOUSEHOLD GOODS SHIPPING CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

HOUSES OVER MIDDLE-CLASS EXPLOITATION SCHEMES (HOMES) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

HOUSING related term(s) Homeless

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program under Community Development Block Grant program to incentivize State laws that enable residents to purchase manufactured housing communities (see H.R. 8047), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: allow public housing projects under rental demonstration program to retain prior approval of housing plans (see H.R. 7869), H2476 [9MR]

——— authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see S. 3768), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

——— establish first-time home buyers savings match program (see H.R. 7244), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— expand HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see S. 3901), S650 [24FE]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

——— increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2030 [4FE]

——— prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

——— repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

——— require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure first-time homebuyers have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 7753), H2368 [3MR]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Labor: expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

——— expand eligibility for housing loans to members of Reserve components and National Guard who perform certain duties (see H.R. 7009), H655 [12JA]

——— identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

——— report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and HUD: nullify memorandum of understanding relative to housing projects (see H.R. 7374), H2030 [4FE]

Disasters: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Ecology and environment: exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

——— identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (see S. 3969), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7596), H2228 [17FE]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

National objectives: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Public housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

SEC: prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

Tariff: require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7402), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

——— allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— create American dream accounts for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H717 [13JA] (see H.R. 7131), H924 [16JA]

——— establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

——— establish first-time homebuyer refundable tax credit (see H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

——— establish housing affordability credit (see H.R. 7216), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish tax-advantaged homeowner savings accounts (see H.R. 7756), H2368 [3MR]

——— exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1171 [21JA]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (see H.R. 7414), H2094 [9FE]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

——— impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

——— modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (see H.R. 7820), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

——— restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Kai Pincus, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Springs Rescue Mission (organization), E219 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit assumption of loans under Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H594, H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish competitive grant program supporting affordable housing planning and implementation activities (H.R. 6768), H147 [8JA], H2175 [11FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

——— review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

——— update definition of manufactured home, H2073 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Domestic policy: address housing costs, H724 [14JA]

——— legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1133–H1135 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541, H2548 [17MR], H2589–H2591 [18MR]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H2083, H2085 [9FE]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA]

Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act: reauthorize, H2092 [9FE]

New York (NY) Co-op City Times: tribute, H112 [7JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H116 [7JA]

Rural areas: reform rural housing programs, H2073 [9FE]

State College Community Land Trust: anniversary, H2607 [19MR]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 4327), H1157 [21JA]

——— provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

——— prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates (S. 2441), S153–S155 [13JA]

——— publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

——— update definition of manufactured home, S720 [2MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR]

Government regulations: reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

National objectives: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

New Orleans, LA: improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Rural areas: reform rural housing programs, S1021 [12MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

——— impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

Reports filed

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

S. 3768, Advancing Better Options for Dwellings Everywhere (ABODE) Act, S472 [3FE]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

HOUSING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: permit assumption of loans under Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

HOUSING FOR AMERICA’S MIDDLE CLASS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR]

HOUSING FOR THE 21st CENTURY ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Cloture motions

Enact (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HUD: update definition of manufactured home, H2073 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

Enact (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Financial institutions: require appropriate Federal banking agencies to establish phase-in period for de novo financial institutions to comply with Federal capital standards and provide relief for de novo rural community banks, H2090 [9FE]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, H2073 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates, S720 [2MR]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

——— update definition of manufactured home, S720 [2MR]

Enact (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR], S1004 [11MR]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, S1021 [12MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6644, provisions, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

HOUSING OUR COMMUNITIES ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6768), H2175 [11FE]

HOUSING SUPPLY FRAMEWORKS ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

HOUSTON, MARGARET BELL (BB)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E34 [13JA]

HOUSTON, SAM

Remarks in House

Jacinto County, TX: tribute to Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

HOUSTON (TX) CHRONICLE

Remarks in House

Discrimination: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

HOWARD, WILLIAM N.

Bills and resolutions

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

HOYER, STENY H. (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2042 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2598 [18MR]

National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement, Baltimore, MD: designate (see H.R. 6467), H2531 [16MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2565 [18MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H7, H10 [6JA]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H2423 [5MR]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H796, H797 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2385, H2386 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H2303 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2354–H2356 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2446 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2385, H2386 [4MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1962 [3FE], H2385, H2386 [4MR], H2446 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1962 [3FE]

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H736, H796, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H731 [14JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2446 [5MR]

House of Representatives: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H138 [8JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2303 [25FE]

IRS: funding, H736 [14JA]

Kidneys for Communities (organization): tribute, E175• [3MR]

Mining and mineral resources: include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2354 [3MR]

Parliamentary inquiry, H2306 [25FE]

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91• [2FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H7 [6JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H138, H139, H144 [8JA], H2376 [4MR]

Tributes

Alsobrooks, James M. (Mac), E62• [21JA]

Marchand, Paul, E239• [19MR]

HOYLE, VAL T. (a Representative from Oregon)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H253 [8JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H1923 [30JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2712 [25MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: provide for eligibility of transit support specialists for crime prevention and security grants (see H.R. 6069), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prohibit from transferring certain Federal land (see H.R. 718), H2032 [4FE]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2097 [9FE]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of algorithmic decision systems to inform individualized prices and wages (see H.R. 4640), H1916 [27JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2677 [24MR]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H1923 [30JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2371 [3MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H949 [20JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare: establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2422 [4MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H13 [6JA]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see H. Res. 100), H922 [15JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1949 [2FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: repeal certain provisions relative to nutrition (see H.R. 6088), H13 [6JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H135 [7JA]

Supreme Court: promulgate code of ethics for Justices (see H.R. 3513), H1352 [22JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H657 [12JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2357 [3MR]

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2361 [3MR]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2351 [3MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H241 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2019 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348, H2349 [3MR]

——— authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2358 [3MR]

——— clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

——— issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2353 [3MR]

Mining and mineral resources: include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2354 [3MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H807 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H241 [8JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H807 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1940 [2FE], H2019 [4FE]

University of Oregon: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2359 [3MR]

HUBBARD, W. DEHART

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

HUBBLE, EDWIN P.

Bills and resolutions

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

HUDNALL, TODD AND KELLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H907 [15JA]

HUDSON, RICHARD (a Representative from North Carolina)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see H.R. 4964), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for freedom of association protections on college campuses (see H.R. 2555), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: update dollar amount thresholds for certain currency transaction and suspicious activity reports (see H.R. 1799), H2370 [3MR]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H949 [20JA]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see H.R. 4231), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish exception to physician self-referral prohibition for certain outpatient prescription drugs furnished by physician practice (see H.R. 2484), H2531 [16MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (H.R. 7181), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232• [18MR]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work in District of Columbia (H.R. 2196), E244• [19MR]

Tributes

Fraley, Amie, E45• [15JA]

Wilkins, Stephen R., E163• [25FE]

HUFFMAN, JARED (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H1912 [23JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend certain regulations to clarify that livestock auction owners may have interest in small meat packing businesses (see H.R. 1648), H2370 [3MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Defense: provide for inclusion of names of crew members of U.S.S. Frank E. Evans killed on June 3, 1969, on Vietnam Veterans Memorial (see H.R. 5945), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Education: carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H1923 [30JA]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: reimburse State and local governments and school districts for funds used by them to maintain participation in Head Start and Early Head Start during Government shutdown (see H.R. 5790), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2259 [23FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish catastrophic property loss reinsurance program (see H.R. 4504), H921 [15JA]

——— establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: conduct study and develop public education program on micromobility technologies, high speed personal transportation devices, and certain road users (see H.R. 6702), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

Employment: require employers to provide paid annual leave to employees (see H.R. 4763), H2531 [16MR]

EPA: develop geospatial mapping tool to identify disproportionately burdened communities (see H.R. 6815), H657 [12JA]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2598 [18MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H1950 [2FE]

Hispanic Americans: recognize importance of Spanish-language media in U.S. (see H. Res. 804), H2334 [26FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H656 [12JA]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H657 [12JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H1173 [21JA]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H2598 [18MR]

NOAA: ensure uninterrupted storage of data sets (see H.R. 6184), H656 [12JA]

——— provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H922 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2422 [4MR]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2531 [16MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H657 [12JA]

Water pollution: increase civil and criminal penalties for oil spills (see H.R. 3071), H656 [12JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (H.R. 7254), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1148, H1149, H1152, H1153 [21JA]

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H205, H207 [8JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2577, H2578, H2579 [18MR]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1995, H1997, H1999, H2000, H2001 [4FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2162, H2164, H2165 [11FE]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H2000 [4FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H233 [8JA]

Weir, Bob, H2015 [4FE]

Whelan, Nancy, E61• [21JA]

HUFFMAN, KILEY

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

HUGHES, JASON

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2586 [18MR]

HUIZENGA, BILL (a Representative from Michigan)

Amendments

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903 [15JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see H.R. 5645), H2297 [24FE]

——— require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2677 [24MR]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Great Lakes Fishery Commission: provide for development of efforts to combat invasive species of mussels (see H.R. 6053), H1977 [3FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2297 [24FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2032 [4FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2120 [10FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Taxation: exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2551 [17MR]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see H.R. 1744), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of State: increase collaboration between Office of Opinion Research of Bureau of Intelligence and Research and Bureau of Global Public Affairs (see H.R. 7036), H717 [13JA]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 7014), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of State: increase collaboration between Office of Opinion Research of Bureau of Intelligence and Research and Bureau of Global Public Affairs (H.R. 7036), H718 [13JA]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (H.R. 7085), H920 [15JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2403, H2404 [4MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2081 [9FE]

Calvin University: anniversary, H2548 [17MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2072 [9FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2075 [9FE]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H622 [12JA]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H901, H902, H903, H904 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2404 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, H940 [20JA]

Tributes

Haverdink, David, H147 [8JA]

HUMAN RIGHTS related term(s) Civil Liberties; Civil Rights; Genocide

Articles and editorials

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Bhutan: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Courts: strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

——— submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE] (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Middle East: condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1024), H1921 [30JA]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, S488 [4FE], H2008 [4FE]

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (H. Res. 1025), E82 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

——— treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA], H1990 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

——— tribute to International Religious Freedom Summit, H1970 [3FE]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

India: anniversary of Saka Nakodar massacre, H2175 [11FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, E117 [9FE]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month: observance, H666 [13JA]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2016–H2021 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2686 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Bahrain: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, S544 [10FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

Reports filed

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 616, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S709 [26FE]

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 632, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Ghana’s human rights practices, S961 [10MR]

S. Res. 633, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Honduras’ human rights practices, S962 [10MR]

S. Res. 634, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

S. Res. 636, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Guatemala’s human rights practices, S964 [10MR]

S. Res. 637, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Cameroon’s human rights practices, S965 [10MR]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS TRAINING RECOGNITION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE see Foreign Aid

HUMBLE, CANDICE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S694 [26FE]

HUNGER related term(s) Famines

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: decision to terminate Household Food Security reports, H112 [7JA]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Food insecurity: address, H2427 [5MR]

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

MAZON—A Jewish Response to Hunger (organization): tribute to No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign, E269 [25MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

HUNT, JAMES B., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H146, H230 [8JA], E25 [12JA]

HUNT, WESLEY (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2551 [17MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H2225 [13FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2334 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within Carlsbad, NM (see H.R. 7882), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see H.R. 7112), H925 [16JA]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H1977 [3FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2188 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2477 [9MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Information technology: hold technology companies accountable for failure to remove child sexual abuse material from their networks and require reports on efforts to keep children safe from online predators (see H.R. 3921), H2484 [12MR]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H135 [7JA]

Library of Congress: carry out activities to support Armenian Genocide education programs (see H.R. 2585), H2711 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H2042 [5FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Immigration: provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (see H.R. 7105), H919 [15JA]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Immigration: provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (H.R. 7105), H921 [15JA]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (H.R. 6946), H12 [6JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (H.J. Res. 146), H1922 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (H.R. 7431), H2096 [9FE]

HUNTING AND TRAPPING

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

Letters

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

S. Res. 647, National Osceola Turkey Day, S1095 [17MR]

HUNTINGDON, PA

Remarks in House

Huntingdon Area School District: designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

Lake, George: Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

HUNTSVILLE, AL

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: authorize transfer of certain F–14 Tomcat aircraft to U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission (see S. 3899), S650 [24FE] (see S. 4161), S1544 [23MR]

HURD, JEFF (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act: provide for recognition of certain Native communities and settlement of certain claims (see H.R. 41), H921 [15JA]

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2531 [16MR]

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize continuation of lawful nonimmigrant status for certain religious workers affected by backlog for religious worker immigrant visas (see H.R. 2672), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H1949 [2FE]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1923 [30JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H2422 [4MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Medicare: repeal changes to exception to prohibition on certain physician referrals for hospitals (see H.R. 4002), H2474 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H719 [13JA]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H2712 [25MR]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H1173 [21JA]

——— reform Internal Revenue Code health provisions (see H.R. 955), H2370 [3MR]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (H.R. 7954), H2551 [17MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2031 [4FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (H.R. 7811), H2472 [5MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2635 [24MR]

Remarks

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H207 [8JA]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2653 [24MR]

Ferriera, Alex: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Grand Junction, CO: anniversary of Business Incubator Center, H2608 [19MR]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146• [20FE]

Mickel, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2243 [23FE]

Swirbul, Hailey: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Tributes

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse, H594 [9JA]

Entz, Lewis H., H696 [13JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H234 [8JA]

HURRICANES related term(s) Disasters

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S747 [3MR]

HUSTED, JON (a Senator from Ohio)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1451 [20MR], S1569 [24MR]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S1495 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 4064), S1545 [23MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare (see S. 2464), S708 [26FE]

Construction industries: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials for purposes of Build America, Buy America Act (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of HUD: update definition of manufactured home (see S. 2414), S708 [26FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S130 [12JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

FCC: establish taskforce on unlawful robocalls (see S. 2666), S610 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: establish Federal agency technology and artificial intelligence (AI) talent teams to improve competitive service hiring practices (see S. 3410), S116 [8JA]

FRS: prohibit Federal Reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to individuals and prohibit use of central bank digital currency for monetary policy (see S. 1124), S116 [8JA]

Law enforcement officers: expand provisions of law allowing carriage of concealed weapons by active and retired officers (see S. 679), S1091 [17MR]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see S. 475), S470 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S379 [29JA]

SBA: exclude from limit on leverage certain amounts invested in smaller enterprises located in rural or low-income areas and small businesses in critical technology areas (see S. 3341), S346 [28JA]

——— increase loan limits for loans made to small manufacturers (see S. 1555), S882 [5MR]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S1615 [25MR]

Taxation: establish mine methane capture incentive credit (see S. 2304), S1580 [24MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S510 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

FTC: report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

Information technology: require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE]

Taxation: adjust percentage depletion rate for certain rare earths (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S1495 [22MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081, S1082 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348, S1350 [19MR]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S199 [14JA]

Senate: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq, S1082 [17MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1348, S1350 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348, S1350 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349, S1351 [19MR]

HUTSON, WHITNEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E23 [12JA]

HYDE-SMITH, CINDY (a Senator from Mississippi)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: codify Rural Hospital Technical Assistance Program (see S. 1282), S534 [9FE]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S1581 [24MR]

——— revise certain regulations relative to farm-related service industry restricted commercial driver’s licenses (see S. 2909), S1581 [24MR]

——— update crashworthiness testing under New Car Assessment Program of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (see S. 161), S882 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see S. 410), S490 [4FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see S. 2870), S610 [12FE]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S763 [3MR]

FDA: grant destruction authority relative to articles that present significant public health concern (see S. 3213), S959 [10MR]

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S1091 [17MR]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see S. 1039), S707 [26FE]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see S. 1281), S707 [26FE]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S803 [4MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S553 [10FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S803 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S652 [24FE]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S258 [15JA]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see S. Res. 236), S960 [10MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S763 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S579 [11FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Mississippi: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of Natchez Historical Park (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S283 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1331 [19MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S482 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1331 [19MR]

HYDROELECTRIC POWER

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Reports filed

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

HYMAN, DANIEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1982 [4FE]

HYPERBARIC WELLNESS FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

Charlottesville, VA: tribute to Charlottesville Hyperbarics, H2206 [12FE]

IBADOGHLU, GUBAD

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

ICE AND CBP CONSTITUTIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA]

ICE FUNDING ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

ICE OUT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

IDAHO

Remarks in House

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

University of Idaho: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Boise, ID: anniversary of Boise Airport, S799 [4MR]

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798 [4MR]

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

IDAHO SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S798 [4MR]

IDEA FULL FUNDING ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION REFORM AND IMMIGRANT RESPONSIBILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

ILLINOIS

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Chicago, IL: tribute to Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, E3 [6JA]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Gregory Gilmore To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S705 [26FE]

Texts of

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

IMMEDIATE ACCESS FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

IMMIGRATION related term(s) Department of Homeland Security; Refugees

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Crime: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Children and youth: establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

Citizenship: revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

Crime: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— provide that alien convicted of offense involving animal cruelty is inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 7544), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7123), H920 [15JA]

——— allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

——— codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

——— defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— direct U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to conduct review of certain approved immigration benefit requests (see H.R. 6978), H251 [8JA]

——— discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

——— establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve accountability and training for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7785), H2419 [4MR]

——— improve hiring and training processes at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3996), S802 [4MR]

——— improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see S. 3857), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7780), H2369 [3MR]

——— prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

——— require Office of Detention Oversight to conduct audits of detention facilities and restrict detention of aliens at such facilities until after any deficiencies have been properly remediated (see S. 3932), S706 [26FE]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (see H.R. 7708), H2328 [25FE]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE] (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

——— revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Employment: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

——— limit removal from U.S. of certain recipients of temporary protected status who are essential workers (see H.R. 7899), H2481 [12MR]

——— require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

FAA: limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S377 [29JA]

——— provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

——— make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Financial institutions: require to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (see H.R. 7842), H2471 [5MR]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities, and deter illegal entry and reentry into the U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

——— require enforcement reforms (see H.R. 7870), H2476 [9MR]

Legislative branch of the Government: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

Lopez, Roberto C.: relief (see H.R. 7639), H2234 [20FE]

National security: provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (see H.R. 7105), H919 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Nurses: provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

——— ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Somalia: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Temporary protected status: terminate designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

Yang, Yue-Cheng: relief (see H.R. 7339), H1976 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR]

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

Crime: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2568–H2576 [18MR]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H1336 [22JA], H1953 [3FE], H2017–H2021 [4FE]

——— attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2190, H2206 [12FE]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

——— deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

——— making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

——— treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA], H1990 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H942 [20JA], H1191, H1312–H1317, H1338 [22JA], H1938, H1940 [2FE], H1953–H1958, H1962–H1966, H1968, H1969 [3FE], H1990, H2017, H2019, H2020 [4FE], H2104 [10FE], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2381–H2388 [4MR], H2444–H2448, H2453 [5MR], H2691, H2692 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

Dept. of State: proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Irish-American Heritage Month: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

Law enforcement: require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

National objectives: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, H1939 [2FE]

——— impeachment, H666 [13JA], H1940 [2FE], H1970 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE], H2214 [12FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

——— address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459–H2463 [5MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H711–H713 [13JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA]

Somalia: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

St. Patrick’s Day: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H594 [9JA], H671 [13JA], H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2601–H2604 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H649 [12JA], H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183, H1337, H1338, H1346 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

Crime: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE], S1020 [12MR], S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children, S977–S979 [11MR]

——— authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

——— deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— increase criminal penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding officer or employee of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (S. 2269), S403 [30JA]

——— making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S416 [30JA], S594–S596 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

——— rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

——— review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S908 [9MR], S980–S992 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1029, S1031–S1033 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S281 [27JA], S302–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S358–S361, S365, S369, S373 [29JA], S401, S402, S411 [30JA], S432–S434 [2FE], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S519–S521, S523, S529 [9FE], S539–S542, S546 [10FE], S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S597, S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S721 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S908 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S971, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1025–S1033, S1036 [12MR], S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1179, S1181 [18MR], S1318, S1319, S1323, S1326–S1329 [19MR], S1422–S1427, S1430, S1431 [20MR], S1472–S1474, S1482–S1484 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590–S1594, S1606 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Law enforcement: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (S. 3179), S104 [8JA]

National security: importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

New Immigrant Community Empowerment Inc.: prohibit Community and Training Center funding, S413 [30JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S189, S198 [14JA], S304–S306, S315–S334 [28JA], S449, S453–S455 [3FE], S498–S500 [5FE], S1533 [23MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693, S714 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2568 [18MR]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT

Amendments

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Crime: enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

——— codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

——— discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

——— require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (see H.R. 7708), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Drunken driving: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

——— clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (see H.R. 7105), H919 [15JA]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to nurses working in nursing workforce shortage areas (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide that alien convicted of offense involving animal cruelty is inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 7544), H2218 [12FE]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Cost Estimates

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2568–H2576 [18MR]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Drunken driving: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2568 [18MR]

IMPORTS see Foreign Trade

IMPROVING ACCESS TO NUTRITION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

IMPROVING EMERGING TECH OPPORTUNITIES FOR VETERANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

IMPROVING HOUSING ACCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3969), S762 [3MR]

IMPROVING MENTAL HEALTH CARE AND COORDINATION FOR HOMELESS VETERANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

IMPROVING NEEDED SAFEGUARDS FOR USERS OF LIFESAVING INSULIN NOW (INSULIN) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

IMPROVING PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

IMPROVING REPORTING TO PREVENT HATE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

INCENTIVIZE MOTIVATED PARENTS WITH RESPONSIBLE OPTIONS FOR VITAL EDUCATION (IMPROVE) SAFETY FOR SCHOOLS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

INCENTIVIZING NEW CONVERSIONS TO RESIDENTIAL ENTITIES TO ACCELERATE SUPPLY AND EXPAND (INCREASE) HOUSING AFFORDABILITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

INCOME related term(s) Economy; Pensions; Securities; Social Security

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (see S. 3756), S442 [2FE]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Defense: require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

——— exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— provide premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during shutdown (see S. 4174), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

——— require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— establish entitlement to supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees (see H.R. 8041), H2674 [24MR]

——— recoup amounts of awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees under certain conditions (see H.R. 7319), H1948 [2FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (see H.R. 7881), H2476 [9MR]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: adjust minimum wage for tipped workers and expand and make permanent qualified tip tax deduction (see H.R. 7577), H2224 [13FE]

——— allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Financial institutions: provide Federal financial regulators with clawback authority over executive compensation and industry prohibition and civil money penalty authority over executives whose negligence caused losses (see H.R. 7886), H2476 [9MR]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

Health care facilities: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Medicare: expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

Members of Congress: eliminate automatic salary adjustments (see H.R. 7628), H2234 [20FE]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

——— exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

——— repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

Taxation: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (see H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

——— allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

——— establish housing affordability credit (see H.R. 7216), H1349 [22JA]

——— exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1171 [21JA]

——— exclude from gross income earnings from certain overseas deployments of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6970), H134 [7JA]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (see H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

——— exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— impose tax on income earned from competing in global athletic events on behalf of foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 7707), H2328 [25FE]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— increase standard deduction (see S. 4042), S958 [10MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

——— modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

——— provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

——— reform individual income tax rates (see H.R. 7303), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H251 [8JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Bankruptcy: modify compensation payable to trustees serving in cases under chapter 7 and extend term of certain temporary offices of bankruptcy judges (S. 3424), H626–H628 [12JA]

California: condemn wealth tax proposal, H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

——— proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2538 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (H.R. 7881), E198 [9MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H1991, H2021 [4FE], H2046 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE], H2489 [16MR], H2540, H2543 [17MR]

OPM: improve retirement processing for Federal employees, H1969 [3FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H1159–H1162 [21JA], E169 [26FE]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

Taxation: ensure high-income individuals pay their fair share of taxes (H.R. 6438), H2537 [17MR]

——— exclude from gross income amounts received from State-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs (H.R. 1849), H2011 [4FE]

——— expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

——— expand earned income and child tax credits (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H1130, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2268 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2175 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Washington (State): condemn wealth tax proposal, H1127 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S228 [15JA], S972 [11MR], S1147 [17MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (S. 3904), S653 [24FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S714 [26FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744–S747 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Working Families Flexibility Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

Rulings of the Chair

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H685 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

S. 3424, Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act, H627 [12JA]

S. 3707, Nurse Faculty Shortage Reduction Act, S292 [27JA]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 618, recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines, S710 [26FE]

INCREASE SUPPORT FOR LIFE-SAVING ENDOCRINE TRANSPLANTATION (ISLET) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

INDEPENDENT AGENCIES related term(s) Executive Departments

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Courts: permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Export Control Reform Act: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (see H.R. 7962), H2550 [17MR]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

——— improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

——— improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— limit spending in last two months of fiscal year to no more than average spent per month during preceding months of fiscal year (see S. 4059), S1009 [11MR]

——— prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

——— require Federal civilian career employees to pass citizenship test as condition of employment (see H.R. 7102), H919 [15JA]

——— require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

——— require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

——— establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Technology: prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

U.S. African Development Foundation: abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

——— terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: include Federal defender as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

——— ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

——— prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

——— prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Government: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H802 [14JA], H1159 [21JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

OPM: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Postal Service: anniversary, S158 [13JA]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Trump, President: call for appointment of FEC nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

——— ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Conflict-Free Leaving Employment and Activity Restrictions (CLEAR) Path Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2132), S343 [28JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Guidance Clarity Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 2409) (H. Rept. 119–569), H2674 [24MR]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 5235, Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, H2247 [23FE]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

INDEPENDENT GROCERS ALLIANCE, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E76 [27JA]

INDIA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR], E143 [20FE]

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

Saka Nakodar massacre: anniversary, H2175 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

United Kingdom: proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

INDIAN AMERICANS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

INDIANA

Bills and resolutions

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Koval, Seth R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Cloture motions

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA], H942 [20JA]

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, H2668 [24MR], E178 [3MR]

Starlight Distillery (company): San Francisco World Spirits Competition Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

3d Congressional District: tribute to Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Indiana University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S458 [3FE], S504–S506 [5FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Justin R. Olson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 595, tribute to Indiana University football team, S421 [30JA]

Tributes

Hamilton, Lee H., E160 [24FE]

INDIANA COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

INDIANA UNIVERSITY

Bills and resolutions

Sports: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA], H942 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

Sports: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 595, tribute to football team, S421 [30JA]

INDIANS see Native Americans

INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: authorizing (H.R. 2598), H699 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

INDYCAR, LLC

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: tribute to Freedom 250 Grand Prix race, H2085 [9FE]

INFLATION see Economy

INFLATION REDUCTION ACT

Amendments

Housing: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Housing: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Motions

Housing: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Housing: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Medicare: implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

INFORMATION QUALITY ASSURANCE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6329, provisions, H2245 [23FE]

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

——— require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

CDC: establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

——— require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (see H.R. 7218), H1349 [22JA]

——— require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

——— limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

——— sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Crime: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

——— establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Defense Production Act Committee: require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

——— develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

——— reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

——— submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

——— establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

——— provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

——— create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Domestic policy: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

Drugs: modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Employment: require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

——— promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

——— terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

——— increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

——— require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Internet: require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

——— require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

——— further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

——— publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

——— require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

——— require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Research: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

SSA: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

——— request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

——— exclude from gross income de minimis gains from certain sales or exchanges of virtual currency (see S. 4171), S1580 [24MR]

——— promote new business innovation (see S. 4207), S1614 [25MR]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

——— facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

——— require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Liam Dickerson, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, H2559 [18MR]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

Courts: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

——— conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2655–H2657 [24MR]

Health: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

SBA: help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2686 [25MR]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Apple, Inc.: allegations of political bias on news platform, S668 [25FE]

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, S673 [25FE], S1317 [19MR], S1584–S1587 [24MR]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

China: U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

——— revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

——— provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

FEMA: publish information on public assistance awards (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94 [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 3679, Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, H2244 [23FE]

H.R. 5764, AI for Mainstreet Act, H931 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

H.R. 6267, Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act, H2655 [24MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 1837, Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE) Act, S145 [13JA]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Con. Res. 30, commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs, S1618 [25MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT AND JOBS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Construction industries: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials for purposes of Build America, Buy America Act (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act relative to HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see H.R. 7344), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

Roads and highways: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HUD: review implementation of Build America, Buy America Act provisions requiring certain materials to be made in U.S., H2092 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

INGERSON, MARK

Remarks in House

Virginia High School League Hall of Fame: inductee, H2099 [10FE]

INNOVATE LESS LETHAL TO DE-ESCALATE TAX MODERNIZATION ACT

Letters

Provisions: several organizations, H2194, H2203 [12FE]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

INSECTICIDES related term(s) Agriculture; Insects; Pesticides

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

INSECTS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Remarks in House

Lancaster County Beekeepers Society: anniversary, E18 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Agriculture: strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES

Bills and resolutions

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

INSURANCE related term(s) Health

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (see H.R. 7667), H2296 [24FE]

——— increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

——— allow individuals to obtain copy of their protected health information at no cost in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

——— conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of HUD: report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Labor: exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

——— extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Employment: express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8087), H2710 [25MR]

——— update inflation adjustment applicable to deposit insurance and share insurance (see H.R. 8088), H2710 [25MR]

FDIC and National Credit Union Administration: carry out analysis to determine whether insurance coverage should be raised on covered transaction accounts (see H.R. 8090), H2711 [25MR]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

FRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to the Large Financial Institution Rating System and Framework for the Supervision of Insurance Organizations’’ (see S.J. Res. 111), S802 [4MR]

Health: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

——— ensure competition in health insurance markets (see H.R. 8082), H2710 [25MR]

——— expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

——— make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see S. 3897), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7718), H2328 [25FE]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

——— cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

——— ensure appropriate availability of personal care services (see H.R. 7713), H2328 [25FE]

——— increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

——— remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

——— eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

——— increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

——— modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (see H.R. 6974), H251 [8JA]

——— permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

——— ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

Letters

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Budget: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114 [7JA], H1133–H1135 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2085 [9FE]

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

——— protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Health: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

——— require health insurance plans to cover ovarian cancer screenings to improve early detection, H663 [13JA]

——— use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Insurance: require health insurance plans to cover ovarian cancer screenings to improve early detection, H663 [13JA]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

——— establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

——— funding, H1955 [3FE]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

——— ensure that prior authorization medical decisions are determined by physicians (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

——— establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

——— provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H150 [8JA], H2543 [17MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (H.R. 1357), H902 [15JA]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

Talladega, AL: anniversary of Talladega Insurance Agency, E151 [23FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income amounts received from State-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs (H.R. 1849), H2011 [4FE]

——— expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H671 [13JA], H729 [14JA], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— impeachment, H2214 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

Climate: effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

Dept. of HHS: Hospital at Home Program funding, S440 [2FE]

——— implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA]

Health: assessment of socialized medicine health care system, S3 [5JA]

——— reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

——— require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

——— implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

——— impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

——— improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

Living Donor Protection Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

INSURRECTION ACT

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA]

INT ECO REL

Remarks in House

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

INTEGRATED COASTAL AND OCEAN OBSERVATION SYSTEM ACT

Remarks in House

Reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Reports filed

Reauthorize: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2294, reauthorize, H2513 [16MR]

INTELLIGENCE SERVICES related term(s) Espionage

Appointments

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Reform Commission, S914 [9MR]

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

Members of Congress: ensure access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Cloture motions

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Senator Wyden, S688 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

National Open-Source Intelligence Day: observance, H2307 [25FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S675 [25FE], S877 [5MR], S912–S914 [9MR], S949–S951 [10MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent request, S913, S914 [9MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Committee on Intelligence (Senate, Select), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

INTERACTION OF IONIZING RADIATION WITH MATTER UNIVERSITY RESEARCH ALLIANCE (IIRM-URA)

Remarks in House

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

Bills and resolutions

Export Control Reform Act: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (see H.R. 7962), H2550 [17MR]

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Consumers: provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

Courts: improve services provided to taxpayers by providing greater judicial review (see S. 3931), S706 [26FE]

Direct File program: codify (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Employment: establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Information technology: require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

Power resources: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Taxation: create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2550 [17MR]

——— make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

——— provide exemption from gross income for interest paid to taxpayers by IRS following audit or litigation in which taxpayer prevailed (see S. 3587), S89 [7JA]

——— provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

——— reform individual income tax rates (see H.R. 7303), H1921 [30JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Motions

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Funding, H736 [14JA], H2043 [9FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

Reports filed

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS see Treaties and Agreements

INTERNATIONAL BANK FOR RECONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT see World Bank Group

INTERNATIONAL BLACK AVIATION PROFESSIONALS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC RELATIONS

Bills and resolutions

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Reports filed

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

INTERNATIONAL EMERGENCY ECONOMIC POWERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Texts of

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S306 [28JA]

INTERNATIONAL LAW related term(s) Treaties and Agreements

Bills and resolutions

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION

Bills and resolutions

Firearms: prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS related term(s) Foreign Policy

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

——— call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

——— ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

——— establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Middle East: condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

——— modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

Brownsville, TX: tribute to Hands Across the Border ceremony, E154 [23FE]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

——— urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

Philippines: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37 [13JA]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2689 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Iowa: anniversary of Iowa National Guard partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S205 [14JA], S1021 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

——— security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

INTERNATIONAL RIVER FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Reports filed

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, E81 [30JA]

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

Bills and resolutions

Goals: support (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 640, support goals, S1049 [12MR]

INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF RANGELANDS AND PASTORALISTS

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 645, observance, S1093 [17MR]

INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE WOMAN FARMER

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 592, designate, S381 [29JA]

INTERNET see Computers; Information Technology

INTERNET REACH AND ACCESS NOW (IRAN) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

INTERPARLIAMENTARY CONFERENCES

Appointments

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

INTERSTATE COMMERCE related term(s) Cargo Transportation

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

INVESTING IN TOMORROW’S WORKFORCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE]

Texts of

S. 3877, provisions, S611 [12FE]

INVESTMENT ADVISERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

SEC: address exemption of, and reporting by, certain private fund advisers (see S. 3880), S609 [12FE]

INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT

Bills and resolutions

SEC: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

INVESTMENTS related term(s) Securities

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522 [22MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

——— prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

CFTC: create Office of the Chief Economist (see H.R. 7488), H2185 [11FE]

——— reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (see H.R. 8007), H2620 [19MR]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Congress: advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Energy: establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

——— provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish first-time home buyers savings match program (see H.R. 7244), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see S. 3901), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Disasters: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

Financial institutions: apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (see H.R. 7888), H2476 [9MR]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7887), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

——— require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

SEC: address exemption of, and reporting by, certain private fund advisers (see S. 3880), S609 [12FE]

——— amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

——— establish Public Company Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

——— establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

——— lower aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity necessary for issuer to qualify as well-known seasoned issuer (see S. 3749), S377 [29JA]

——— prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

——— raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

——— require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

——— specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Securities: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is relative to securities of issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

SSA: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7402), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

——— create American dream accounts for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish New Child Tax Credit and provide for American Dream Accounts (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

——— establish tax-advantaged homeowner savings accounts (see H.R. 7756), H2368 [3MR]

——— exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

——— exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax (see H.R. 7582), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude from gross income de minimis gains from certain sales or exchanges of virtual currency (see S. 4171), S1580 [24MR]

——— expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (see H.R. 7414), H2094 [9FE]

——— extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

——— impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (see H.R. 7820), H2470 [5MR]

——— permit fees for admissions applications to higher education institutions to be paid from 529 plans (see H.R. 7205), H1349 [22JA]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— promote new business innovation (see S. 4207), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Cost Estimates

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Max Clegg, S757 [3MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Motions

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Political ethics: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

South Carolina: economic status, H1939 [2FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

——— tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2455–H2459 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Dept. of Commerce: conduct interagency review of, and report to Congress on, ways to increase U.S. global competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investment (S. 2563), S1522, S1523 [22MR]

Dept. of HUD: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (S. 3753), S420 [30JA]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S357 [29JA]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S714 [26FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Webster City, IA: tribute to Boone River Financial (business), S1203 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Global Investment in American Jobs Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2563) (S. Rept. 119–116), S1046 [12MR]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Public Company Advisory Committee Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Retire Through Ownership Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

H.R. 5788, 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, H933 [20JA]

S. 2563, Global Investment in American Jobs Act, S1522 [22MR]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

IOLA, KS

Remarks in House

Iola High School: 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

IOVANNISCI, CAROLYN (GRANNY)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2205 [12FE]

IOWA

Bills and resolutions

Coady, Declan J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Lists

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Remarks in House

1st Congressional District: community projects funding, H1128 [21JA], H2101 [10FE]

Giannini, Kate: Dept. of State Fulbright Specialist Award recipient, H618 [12JA]

McKee, Kevin: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2489 [16MR]

Washington, IA: anniversary of Washington Community Theater, H2101 [10FE]

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Winslow, Jack: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Grassley, Senator: hosting of town halls with constituents in each Iowa county, S666 [25FE]

Harlan, IA: tribute to Sunset Scoops (business), S798 [4MR]

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

Iowa National Guard: anniversary of partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88 [7JA]

Lakeside, IA: tribute to Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center, S440 [2FE]

Le Mars, IA: tribute to Sugar N Spice (business), Lily Zita (business), and Mescher’s Clothing (business), S550 [10FE]

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

Library of Congress: tribute to Veterans History Project participants, S1311 [19MR]

Sigourney, IA: tribute to Grant Ranch Grub & Pub (business), S956 [10MR]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Stoppelmoor, Zach: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S475 [4FE]

Waverly, IA: tribute to Z’s Pizza & Diner, S289 [27JA]

Reports filed

Nomination of Robert Rotter To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Texts of

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

IOWA CITY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Hands Jewelers (business): tribute, S1611 [25MR]

IOWA LAKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Remarks in Senate

Disasters: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

IOWA STATE AUTOMOTIVE DEALERS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Winslow, Jack: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

IRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Noah L. Tietjens, S775 [4MR]

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Armed Forces: direct President to remove (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign policy: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Information technology: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

Public demonstrations: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Iran: President Trump, S761 [3MR], H2367 [3MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Foreign policy: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2374 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2392–H2395 [4MR], H2456 [5MR], E193 [5MR]

Georgia (country): Georgian Dream party support for terrorist regime in Iran, H2667 [24MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

Information technology: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Power resources: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Public demonstrations: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H2539 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H2274 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Hegseth, Sec. of Defense: assessment of tenure, S976 [11MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Public demonstrations: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S974 [11MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S68 [7JA], S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S1021, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313, S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

United Kingdom: assessment of foreign policy and defense spending, S955 [10MR]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Res. 1099, reaffirm Iran as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2392 [4MR]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 648, tribute to Nicole M. Amor, S1095 [17MR], S1610 [25MR]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

IRAQ, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S249–S251 [15JA], S547–S550 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Senate: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq, S1082 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

IRELAND

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Irish-American Heritage Month: observance, H2533 [17MR]

St. Patrick’s Day: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of William Long To Be Ambassador to Ireland: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

IRISH AMERICANS

Bills and resolutions

American Revolution: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Irish-American Heritage Month: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Mamroneck, NY: tribute to Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade, H2426 [5MR]

St. Patrick’s Day: observance, H2533 [17MR]

IRON AND STEEL INDUSTRY

Bills and resolutions

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

IRON MOUNTAIN, MI

Remarks in House

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

IRRIGATION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

IRWIN, DEEDRA

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H1993 [4FE]

ISRAEL, STATE OF

Bills and resolutions

Arms sales: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Aviation: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Foreign policy: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

Middle East: condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

Weapons: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S459–S467 [3FE], S1040–S1044 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Feingold, Barbara: Zionist Organization of America Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215 [16MR]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2412 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Foreign policy: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Hamas (terrorist organization): release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S68 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S720–S728 [2MR]

ISSA, DARRELL (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H1976 [3FE]

Crime: prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Horse Protection Act: designate additional unlawful acts, strengthen penalties for violations, and improve Dept. of Agriculture enforcement (see H.R. 1684), H2370 [3MR]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2370 [3MR]

Tobacco products: exempt premium cigar industry from certain regulations (see H.R. 2111), H2097 [9FE]

Ursula E. Kennedy Post Office Building, Tustin, CA: designate (see H.R. 3350), H2473 [5MR]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see H.R. 5993), H616 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: protect legal proceedings from manipulation and provide for transparency and oversight of third-party beneficiaries in civil actions (see H.R. 7015), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of State: require notification to Congress of certain construction projects using nonstandard designs (see H.R. 7054), H892 [14JA]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: protect legal proceedings from manipulation and provide for transparency and oversight of third-party beneficiaries in civil actions (H.R. 7015), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of State: require notification to Congress of certain construction projects using nonstandard designs (H.R. 7054), H894 [14JA]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (H.R. 7311), H1949 [2FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2408 [4MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2157 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2408 [4MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H233 [8JA]

Tuason, Martin O., E35• [13JA]

ITALY, REPUBLIC OF

Amendments

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

IVEY, GLENN (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Contraceptives: establish certain duties for pharmacies to ensure provision of FDA-approved contraception (see H.R. 4084), H1352 [22JA]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2120 [10FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H1916 [27JA]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2188 [11FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H2422 [4MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement, Baltimore, MD: designate (see H.R. 6467), H2531 [16MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H1173 [21JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see H.R. 6893), H2297 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H2422 [4MR]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1945 [2FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H9 [6JA]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H944 [20JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H9 [6JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1945 [2FE]

Tributes

Tate, Nathan, H9 [6JA]

JACINTO COUNTY, TX

Remarks in House

Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office: tribute to law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

JACK, BRIAN (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Ali, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 485), H2676 [24MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1352 [22JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

——— incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit from entering into contracts with entity that discriminates against firearm or ammunition industries (see H.R. 45), H13 [6JA]

Financial institutions: prohibit certain financial service providers who deny fair access to financial services from using taxpayer funded discount window lending programs (see H.R. 987), H135 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: take measures for property nationalized or expropriated by foreign governments and include expropriation of U.S. persons’ assets in acts, policies, and practices that are unreasonable or discriminatory (see H.R. 4577), H1923 [30JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2330 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H13 [6JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2598 [18MR]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2235 [20FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1951 [3FE]

Remarks

Appropriations: legislative process, H1957 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380, H2383, H2385, H2386, H2388 [4MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2381 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2131 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951, H1952, H1954, H1956, H1957, H1958, H1959 [3FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951, H1952, H1958, H1959 [3FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H1956 [3FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951, H1952, H1958, H1959 [3FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2644 [24MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1954 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2381 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2131 [11FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC.

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: Representative Frederica S. Wilson, E212 [12MR]

JACKSON, CHRISTINE OSBURN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E247 [20MR]

JACKSON, EDNA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2706 [25MR]

JACKSON, JESSE L., SR.

Bills and resolutions

Flag—U.S.: fly at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR] (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Tribute, E157 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S633 [24FE]

Tribute (S. Res. 629), S1058 [16MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 629, tribute, S917 [9MR]

JACKSON, JONATHAN L. (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H925 [16JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2677 [24MR]

FDA: amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H2336 [2MR]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2229 [17FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H895 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1945 [2FE]

Tributes

Khan, Kamran, H2609 [19MR]

Rose, Derrick M., H1338 [22JA]

Woodson, Carter G., H1945 [2FE]

JACKSON, LILLIE

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

JACKSON, LINDA

Remarks in House

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton: Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

JACKSON, MS

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

JACKSON, REGINALD D.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E189 [4MR]

JACKSON, RONNY (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2229 [17FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: publish report on fertilizer industry (see H.R. 6192), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: designate certain Iranian proxy organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 2581), H2711 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Members of Congress: denounce dangerous and seditious rhetoric to sow disallegiance amongst members of U.S. military and intelligence community (H. Res. 932), cosponsorship withdrawn (see H. Res. 932), H895 [14JA]

Native Americans: ensure all federally recognized Tribes that are eligible for gaming in U.S. are regulated under Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (see H.R. 3723), H2422 [4MR]

SBA: adjust sole-source contract thresholds for service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns (see H.R. 6648), H2477 [9MR]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2370 [3MR]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H949 [20JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (H.R. 7540), H2220 [12FE]

Dept. of State: develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (H.R. 7616), H2235 [20FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (H.R. 7466), H2119 [10FE]

JACKSON, SANDRA

Lists

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

JACKSON, SUSANNA

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S537 [9FE]

JACKSON LEE, SHEILA (a former Representative from Texas)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H2214 [12FE]

JACKSONVILLE, FL

Remarks in House

City Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Jacksonville National Cemetery: tribute to unveiling of monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

JACOBS, SARA (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1923 [30JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— increase Federal cost share for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program administration to improve staffing and retention (see H.R. 3442), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1949 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of State: provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2623 [19MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2677 [24MR]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H135 [7JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H949 [20JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (H.R. 7903), H2483 [12MR]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (H.R. 7052), H894 [14JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2406 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2406 [4MR]

JACOBS, SHARON

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

JACOBSEN, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E267 [25MR]

JACOVETTA, KEVIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E21 [9JA]

JAILS see Correctional Institutions

JAMAICA

Proclamations

Tribute to Beenie Man (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E173 [3MR]

Tribute to Buju Banton (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E176 [3MR]

Tribute to Busy Signal (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E179 [3MR]

Tribute to Karlene Maxwell-Williams: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E234 [18MR]

Tribute to Morgan Heritage (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Tribute to Shaggy (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E181 [3MR]

Tribute to Spragga Benz (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E178 [3MR]

Tribute to Vybz Kartel (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E175 [3MR]

Tribute to Wayne Wonder (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E182 [3MR]

Tribute to Yohan Blake: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E229 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Missouri on a Mission (organization): tribute, S468 [3FE]

JAMES, DANIEL (CHAPPIE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2089 [9FE]

JAMES, JOHN (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2370 [3MR]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2484 [12MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to limit terms (see H.J. Res. 12), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Mental health: provide limited licensing reciprocity for college mental health providers to furnish mental health services through telehealth technology to students of institutions of higher education (see H.R. 5357), H2677 [24MR]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National Cancer Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see H.R. 7257), H2371 [3MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2598 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (H.R. 7904), H2483 [12MR]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (H.R. 6964), H135 [7JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (H.R. 6965), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H600 [9JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2151 [11FE]

JAMESON, BOB

Remarks in House

Tribute, E164 [25FE]

JANICKI, LISA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E9 [7JA]

JANUARY 6TH TRUTH AND TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

JAPAN

Articles and editorials

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, E114 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

Foreign policy: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Elections, E114 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign policy: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

JAPANESE AMERICANS

Remarks in House

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE]

JAYAPAL, PRAMILA (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H657 [12JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H616 [9JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— support State and local agencies with responsibility for children services in their response to opioid abuse crisis (see H.R. 6283), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H719 [13JA]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H2097 [9FE]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of the Interior: permanently prohibit offshore drilling on Outer Continental Shelf in Atlantic Ocean and Straits of Florida (see H.R. 2881), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: establish grant program to support local communities in detecting, preparing for, communicating about, or mitigating environmental and public health impacts of wildfire smoke and extreme heat (see H.R. 903), H2622 [19MR]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

FTC: prohibit unfair or deceptive acts or practices in app marketplace (see H.R. 3209), H949 [20JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H136 [7JA]

Medicaid: enable State Medicaid programs to provide comprehensive, coordinated care through health home to individuals with sickle cell disease (see H.R. 5178), H2370 [3MR]

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2531 [16MR]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: extend funding for Historic Preservation Fund (see H.R. 3418), H2097 [9FE]

NIH: take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H922 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 6926), H136 [7JA]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H949 [20JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (H.R. 7363), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (H.R. 7541), H2220 [12FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (H.R. 8085), H2711 [25MR]

Remarks

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2571 [18MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2603 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2603 [19MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2450• [5MR], E61• [21JA]

Tributes

Nordhoff, Nancy, H2265 [24FE], E146• [20FE]

JEFFRIES, HAKEEM S. (a Representative from New York)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2677 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2398 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H219 [8JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2113 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2113 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H219 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2113 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2398 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H149 [8JA]

JEMMOTT, MATTHEW J.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S606 [12FE]

JENKIN, REECE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2104 [10FE]

JENKINS, ADRIAN E., SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E85 [30JA]

JENKINS, OLIVER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1336 [22JA]

JENKINS DONELSON FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E125 [10FE]

JERSEY SHORE, PA

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2426 [5MR]

JESSUP, PA

Proclamations

Jessup, PA, Anniversary: Representative Bresnahan, E93 [3FE]

Tribute to Jessup, PA, Groundhog Day: Representative Bresnahan, E93 [3FE]

JEWISH INSIDER (publication)

Articles and editorials

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, E130 [11FE]

JEWS

Articles and editorials

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, E130 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Australia: express condolences to victims of mass shooting at Bondi Beach, H593 [9JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), H2172 [11FE]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Discrimination: condemn rise of antisemitism, H2488 [16MR]

Feingold, Barbara: Zionist Organization of America Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215 [16MR]

New Rochelle, NY: anniversary of Young Israel of Scarsdale, H2667 [24MR]

Rockville, MD: anniversary of B’nai Israel Congregation, E255 [24MR]

Shoreline Publishing, Inc.: tribute, H108 [7JA]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

White Plains, NY: anniversary of Westchester Jewish Council, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), S728 [2MR]

Crime: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

Discrimination: condemn rise of antisemitism, S306 [28JA]

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

University of Michigan: anniversary of University of Michigan Hillel, S756 [3MR]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Tribute to Eva Schloss: Doyle Stevick, E21 [9JA]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 72, use of Capitol Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust, H2172 [11FE]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

JIANG, STEPHEN

Poems

‘‘Shoes of the Senate’’, S264 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

JIMENEZ, AUDREY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2607 [19MR]

JIMENEZ, NATHALIA

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S616 [12FE]

JOHN F. KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS see Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

JOHNSON, ALISHA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E32 [13JA]

JOHNSON, ARON

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2175 [11FE]

JOHNSON, BREEZY

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, S500 [5FE]

——— tribute to Wyoming participants, S660, S661 [25FE]

JOHNSON, DUSTY (a Representative from South Dakota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2421 [4MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve Conservation Reserve Program by improving access to grazing, providing more enrollment options to producers, and addressing certain implementation issues (see H.R. 5111), H1352 [22JA]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2598 [18MR]

FAA: limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see H.R. 4146), H2097 [9FE]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Medicare: permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to satisfy documentation requirement for coverage of certain shoes for individuals with diabetes (see H.R. 1616), H1976 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Real estate: provide additional requirements for purchase and sale of conventional mortgages by enterprises (see H.R. 3206), H2598 [18MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1949 [2FE]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H135 [7JA]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H2711 [25MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (see H.R. 7364), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (H.R. 7364), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (H.R. 7288), H1922 [30JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (H.R. 7331), H1976 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (H.R. 7287), H1922 [30JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (H.R. 7699), H2329 [25FE]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (H.R. 7698), H2329 [25FE]

Remarks

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2361 [3MR]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4• [6JA]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, E124• [10FE]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, E122• [10FE]

Tributes

Skelly, J.P., E77• [27JA]

Zabel, Grey, E124• [10FE]

JOHNSON, FAITH D.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H663 [13JA]

JOHNSON, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’, JR. (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H895 [14JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H1950 [2FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H656 [12JA]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2097 [9FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2297 [24FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2677 [24MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2677 [24MR]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2236 [20FE]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H136 [7JA]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1352 [22JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H949 [20JA]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H253 [8JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (see H.R. 347), H1173 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H1950 [2FE]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Schools: reduce losses of life through better school safety standards and responses (see H.R. 6809), H949 [20JA]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

TSA: update security screening requirements for certain covered air carrier operations (see H.R. 2353), H1916 [27JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Diseases and disorders: raise awareness of sarcoma cancer chordoma (see H. Res. 1081), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (H.R. 7766), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1942 [2FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2193 [12FE]

Votes: correction, E49• [16JA]

JOHNSON, JEREMY G.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E176 [3MR]

JOHNSON, JULIE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2097 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H2188 [11FE]

CDC: provide funding for programs and activities of National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and Tuberculosis Prevention (see H.R. 5126), H136 [7JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H921 [15JA]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H136 [7JA]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure humane treatment of pregnant detainees by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 4664), H719 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H2097 [9FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2188 [11FE]

——— restrict from arresting or detaining individuals in connection with appearances before immigration courts of Executive Office for Immigration Review (see H.R. 6521), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2628 [20MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize use of Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) Program funds to reduce crime and recidivism through pre-incarceration diversion and rehabilitation programs (see H.R. 2668), H253 [8JA]

——— establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H925 [16JA]

——— establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue occupational safety and health rule that requires covered health care and social service employers to adopt comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan (see H.R. 2531), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish Federal pilot program for cost-sharing of child care expenses among employers, employees, and government (see H.R. 6312), H2221 [12FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H2188 [11FE]

——— publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (see H.R. 2821), H921 [15JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

FTC: limit and eliminate excessive, hidden, and unnecessary fees imposed on consumers (see H.R. 6430), H1352 [22JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Hinduism: recognize holiday of Diwali (see H. Res. 824), H2485 [12MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H136 [7JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit no-knock warrants (see H.R. 6579), H136 [7JA]

Medicare: establish payment parity between Medicare Advantage and fee-for-service Medicare and establish prompt payment requirements under Medicare Advantage (see H.R. 4559), H2259 [23FE]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H253 [8JA]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H1352 [22JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: authorize to enter into trade agreements for reciprocal elimination of duties or other import restrictions relative to medical goods to contribute to national security and public health of U.S. (see H.R. 2213), H1922 [30JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H135 [7JA]

——— permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2229 [17FE]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2712 [25MR]

SSA: improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

Tariff: terminate certain tariffs imposed pursuant to emergency authorities and require congressional approval for imposition of similar tariffs (see H.R. 2888), H2032 [4FE]

Technology: prohibit sales of most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to countries of concern and facilitate safe and efficient transfer of chips to approved U.S. persons abroad (see H.R. 6879), H136 [7JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2677 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (H.R. 7289), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7617), H2235 [20FE]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (H.R. 7182), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, H2559 [18MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H125 [7JA]

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1181 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2144 [11FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2132 [11FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2589 [18MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H125 [7JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2589 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1181 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2589 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2132, H2144 [11FE]

JOHNSON, LAWRENCE J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E48 [16JA]

JOHNSON, MARK A.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56 [20JA]

JOHNSON, MIKE (a Representative from Louisiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Remarks

Congress: announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99• [4FE]

Tributes

Holguin, Eden, H2379 [4MR]

LaMalfa, Doug, H238• [8JA]

JOHNSON, PHYLLIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E153 [23FE]

JOHNSON, RON (a Senator from Wisconsin)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1383 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S175 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

FDA: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1163 [18MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S1163 [18MR]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S745, S746 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1163 [18MR]

JOHNSON FAMILY

Remarks in House

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

JOHNSTOWN, PA

Remarks in House

Barefoot, Dan: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2044 [9FE]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF see Department of Defense

JOINT COMMITTEES see Committee on the Library (Joint)

JONES, ANDRUW

Remarks in House

National Baseball Hall of Fame: inductee, H2415 [4MR]

JONES, C.J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1938 [2FE]

JONES, CANDY LOWE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E245 [19MR]

JONES, ERNEST, IV

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2416 [4MR]

JONES, GREGORY K.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2682 [25MR]

JONES, JAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

JONES, LENA

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

JONES, MIA

Remarks in House

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

JONES, ROSE M. BRYANT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E10 [7JA]

JONES, SIMONE A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E151 [23FE]

JORDAN, DIANE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2189 [12FE]

JORDAN, HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S878–S880 [5MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

JORDAN, JIM (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2677 [24MR]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: by, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925, H1926, H1927 [2FE]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2574 [18MR]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97• [3FE]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927, H1928 [2FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2645 [24MR]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Preserving Integrity in Immigration Benefits Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Tributes

Given, Martin L. (Mick), E232• [18MR]

JORDAN, KURT

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1364 [19MR]

JORDAN, MICHAEL B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2607 [19MR]

JOSEY, CHASE

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

JOYCE, DAVID P. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of HHS: provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2370 [3MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2225 [13FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit from entering into contracts with entity that discriminates against firearm or ammunition industries (see H.R. 45), H2225 [13FE]

Financial institutions: prohibit certain financial service providers who deny fair access to financial services from using taxpayer funded discount window lending programs (see H.R. 987), H2259 [23FE]

——— prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring use of or assigning merchant category codes distinguishing firearms retailer from general-merchandise or sporting-goods retailer (see H.R. 1181), H2259 [23FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H2259 [23FE]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (see H.R. 842), H616 [9JA]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H925 [16JA]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H2531 [16MR]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (H.J. Res. 149), H2221 [12FE]

Remarks

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H736 [14JA]

JOYCE, JOHN (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H949 [20JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize pre-enrollment of certain combat service members in annual patient enrollment system (see H.R. 683), H2370 [3MR]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2259 [23FE]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2552 [17MR]

——— ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2188 [11FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2259 [23FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2259 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (H.R. 7905), H2484 [12MR]

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (H.R. 7905), H2484 [12MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (H.R. 6997), H616 [9JA]

Remarks

Barefoot, Dan: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2044 [9FE]

Casalena, Mary Jo: National Wild Turkey Federation Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H2636 [24MR]

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Claysburg, PA: tribute to Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

Conner-Miller, Rebecca: Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

DeGol Organization: anniversary, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2344 [3MR]

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Krystofer Lopez, H2585 [18MR]

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Lake, George: Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

National Athletic Training Month: observance, E266• [25MR]

Pharmaceuticals: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

Snider family: National Beef Quality Assurance Award recipient, H2344 [3MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2044 [9FE]

York Springs, PA: anniversary of Lehman’s Feed & Home Center, H2636 [24MR]

Tributes

Bucher, Betty, E8• [7JA]

Burket, David, Sr., H2636 [24MR]

DelGrosso, Paula, H1984 [4FE]

Fields, Jack, H928 [20JA]

Haines, Levi, H2635 [24MR]

Lopez, Krystofer, H2487 [16MR], H2585 [18MR]

McCleaf, C. Stewart, E11• [7JA]

Ott, Jordan, H2344 [3MR]

Paul, Gary, H928 [20JA]

Pelesky, Tina, H617 [12JA]

Sheetz, Steve, E7• [7JA]

Ward, G. William, E9• [7JA]

JUAREZ, VICENTE

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

JUDAH, TERRI

Remarks in House

Tribute, E131 [11FE]

JUDICIARY see Courts; Supreme Court

JULIANO, ROBIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E192 [5MR]

JULIUS ROSENWALD AND ROSENWALD SCHOOLS NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Texts of

S. 3925, provisions, S685–S687 [25FE]

JUNETEENTH NATIONAL INDEPENDENCE DAY

Remarks in House

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

JURY DUTY EXEMPTION FOR BREASTFEEDING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

JUSTICE, JAMES C. (a Senator from West Virginia)

Amendments

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1628 [25MR]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S1419 [20MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 4064), S1092 [17MR]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (see S. 1748), S470 [3FE]

Colleges and universities: require public institutions of higher education to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S258 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S708 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S1616 [25MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Firearms: establish appropriate rules for prosecutors and Federal judges to carry concealed firearm (see S. 2993), S162 [13JA]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 1283), S490 [4FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S420 [30JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see S. 405), S115 [8JA]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

SEC: permit registered investment companies to omit certain fees from calculation of acquired fund fees and expenses reporting (see S. 1808), S419 [30JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S708 [26FE]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 3514), S611 [12FE]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S1419 [20MR]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Tributes

Brady, Patrick, S1604 [25MR]

Payne, Thomas, S1604 [25MR]

Slabinski, Britt K., S1604 [25MR]

Swenson, William, S1604 [25MR]

JUSTICE, PENNY

Remarks in House

Dept. of Defense: Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

JUSTICE FOR HIND RAJAB ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF SANCTUARY CITIES ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

JUSTICE IN POLICING ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

JUVENILES see Children and Youth

KAINE, TIM (a Senator from Virginia)

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by, S627–S632 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S840 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1212, S1230, S1279 [18MR], S1404, S1405 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S259 [15JA] (see H.R. 6938), S163 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA]

Appointments

Reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S574 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (see S.J. Res. 100), S17 [5JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S883 [5MR]

——— improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— include information regarding VA home loans in Informed Consumer Choice Disclosure provided to prospective FHA borrowers and require military service question on Uniform Residential Loan Application (see S. 1932), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— require reports regarding artificial intelligence (AI)-related job impacts (see S. 3108), S378 [29JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 616), S707 [26FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S419 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building, Sterling, VA: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Food: improve safety of infant formula through testing for microorganisms and toxic elements (see S. 272), S130 [12JA]

Foreign policy: address transnational repression by foreign governments against private individuals (see S. 2525), S732 [2MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S1580 [24MR]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures, make certain disclosures, and establish criminal penalties for solicitation or production of sexual content (see S. 3062), S378 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see S. 3480), S90 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S292 [27JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S419 [30JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S733 [2MR]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Justice: require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Cameroon’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 637), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Equatorial Guinea’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 634), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Ghana’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 632), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Guatemala’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 636), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Honduras’ human rights practices (see S. Res. 633), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

——— submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Privilege of the floor

Sanders, Molly, S52 [6JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S725 [2MR], S794 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1575 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1188 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S99, S100 [8JA], S213, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S29 [6JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S149 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S989 [11MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S408 [30JA]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S990 [11MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S989 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S322 [28JA], S989 [11MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S322 [28JA], S408 [30JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S567 [11FE]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S989 [11MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S408 [30JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S149 [13JA]

Senate: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S627 [24FE]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S409 [30JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S322 [28JA], S453–S455 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S57 [6JA], S74 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S322 [28JA], S453–S455 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S725 [2MR], S794 [4MR], S1188 [18MR], S1575 [24MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S56–S61 [6JA], S74 [7JA], S99 [8JA]

KAM, ELLIE

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2012 [4FE]

KAMAS, SUSAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E50 [16JA]

KAMISHA’S LAW see Crime

KAMLAGER-DOVE, SYDNEY (a Representative from California)

Appointments

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H2298 [24FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Copyrights: provide fair treatment of radio stations and artists for use of sound recordings (see H.R. 861), H2259 [23FE]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Commerce: amend eligibility of youth sports facilities for certain grants (see H.R. 2850), H2236 [20FE]

——— authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

——— require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2531 [16MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2477 [9MR]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H253 [8JA]

Food and Nutrition Act: repeal limitation on maximum deduction for shelter expenses allowable for determination of benefits (see H.R. 793), H1173 [21JA]

Foreign policy: affirm U.S. role in eliminating sexual violence in conflict (see H. Res. 525), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H656 [12JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran (see H. Res. 993), H1923 [30JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H253 [8JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2259 [23FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H1352 [22JA]

Newark, NJ: honor memory of victims of 1967 riots and acknowledge enduring impact on Newark community (see H. Res. 578), H1173 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2236 [20FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2188 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2297 [24FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

——— permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H921 [15JA]

Supreme Court: establish term limits and process by which appointments for justices occur at regular time intervals (see H.R. 3544), H2330 [25FE]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2259 [23FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2371 [3MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (H.R. 7669), H2328 [25FE]

Remarks

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2194 [12FE]

Tributes

Atkinson, Joy, H802 [14JA]

Epps, William S., E118• [9FE]

Goethals, Gregory M., E37• [13JA]

Houston, Margaret Bell (BB), E34• [13JA]

Puza, Freddy, E31• [13JA]

KANDUKOORI, SUSHAAN

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

KANE, KEVIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E153 [23FE]

KANSAS

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA]

Iola, KS: Iola High School 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

Youth Art Month: observance, E179 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Plainville (KS) Times: tribute, S22 [6JA]

KANSAS ART EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Youth Art Month: observance, E179 [3MR]

KANSAS CITY, KS

Remarks in Senate

Kansas City Police Dept.: tribute to Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Simoncic, Hunter: tribute (S. Res. 372), S1465 [21MR]

KAPTUR, MARCY (a Representative from Ohio)

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169• [26FE]

Amendments

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, Drew Weisholtz, TODAY.com (Internet site), H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Belarus Democracy Act: reauthorize and modify (see H.R. 3225), H2120 [10FE]

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— support States and high-need local educational agencies in increasing number of mental health services providers in schools (see H.R. 4253), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2485 [12MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H2474 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: reauthorize grants to expand support for law enforcement officers and families (see H.R. 5282), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H136 [7JA]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see H.R. 5880), H136 [7JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (see H.R. 6618), H949 [20JA]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2097 [9FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2097 [9FE]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

——— establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H1949 [2FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Government: require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: maintain standards for qualification as rural health clinic (see H.R. 5198), H136 [7JA]

——— provide for permanent payments for telehealth services furnished by federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics (see H.R. 5496), H136 [7JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2330 [25FE]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2297 [24FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Motions

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2412 [4MR]

Black History Month: observance, H2207 [12FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H9 [6JA]

Casimir Pulaski Day: observance, H2454 [5MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H606 [9JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

Dept. of Justice: submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H200 [8JA]

Edwards, Laila: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2207 [12FE]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1344 [22JA]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H942 [20JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H606 [9JA]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (H.R. 1357), H902 [15JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H902, H905 [15JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2668 [24MR]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Power resources: strengthen electric grid, H248 [8JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, E169• [26FE]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority: anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2317 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H247 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2308 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2412 [4MR], H2609 [19MR], H2707 [25MR]

Vance, Vice President: evaluation of visit to Toledo, OH, H1343 [22JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H246 [8JA]

Whitehouse, OH: tribute to Anthony Wayne High School cheerleading team, H2587 [18MR]

Tributes

Baumgartner, Robert (Rex), H1345 [22JA]

Boisselle, Sydney, M., H1345 [22JA]

Carney, John J., H2548 [17MR]

Darah, William J., Jr., H1345 [22JA]

Diala, Francisca, H2016 [4FE]

Diala, Miriam, H2016 [4FE]

Fought, Steven D., H1344 [22JA]

Haase, Timothy, H1345 [22JA]

Heiss, Heidi, H6 [6JA]

Naumov, Maxim, H649 [12JA]

Zelensky, Volodymyr (President, Ukraine), H1343 [22JA]

KARE11.COM (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

KASPERBAUER, CARMEN ARTERO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H619 [12JA], E25 [12JA]

KAUF, JAELIN

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, S500 [5FE]

——— tribute to Wyoming participants, S660, S661 [25FE]

KAUL, SHIREEN

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

KAVURU, RIKHIN

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

KAY, JULIA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

KAY, SEAN

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

KAYS, BRENDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E170 [26FE]

KEAN, THOMAS H., JR. (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: support Taiwan’s international space by providing foreign aid to allies subject to coercion and pressure from China (see H.R. 2559), H2259 [23FE]

Animals: prohibit sale of kangaroos and kangaroo products (see H.R. 1992), H253 [8JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2330 [25FE]

Brand USA, Inc.: make available certain amounts from Travel Promotion Fund for Corp. for Travel Promotion (see H.R. 6128), H2422 [4MR]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H719 [13JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2033 [4FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: include spotted lanternfly control research and development as high-priority research and extension initiative (see H.R. 4708), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

——— report on security relationship between U.S. and Greece (see H.R. 4343), H2032 [4FE]

——— report on threat posed by violent antisemitism as component of transnational extremist movements (see H.R. 5011), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— expand and improve health care services by health centers and National Health Service Corps for individuals with developmental disability (see H.R. 3409), H2712 [25MR]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (see H.R. 1902), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of State: establish whistleblower incentive program relative to defense exports control enforcement (see H.R. 6302), H2330 [25FE]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2033 [4FE]

——— reauthorize policies that advance early childhood development internationally and provide assistance for orphans and other vulnerable children in developing countries (see H.R. 6347), H2474 [5MR]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility of Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program to National Guard members who perform certain full-time duty (see H.R. 1423), H1173 [21JA]

——— require information and counseling on Federal food assistance programs as part of Transition Assistance Program (see H.R. 1411), H2711 [25MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H2330 [25FE]

FDA: add alpha-gal to definition of ‘‘major food allergen’’ (see H.R. 1178), H1922 [30JA]

——— publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (see H.R. 2821), H135 [7JA]

Federal employees: provide pay equality and more accurate computation of retirement benefits for certain firefighters employed by Federal Government (see H.R. 759), H253 [8JA]

Flag—U.S.: require American flags displayed on Federal property or procured by Federal agencies to be manufactured completely in U.S. from U.S. materials (see H.R. 1421), H2330 [25FE]

Government regulations: provide safe harbor from licensing and registration for certain non-controlling blockchain developers and providers of blockchain services (see H.R. 3533), H2598 [18MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H2330 [25FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2334 [26FE]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2336 [2MR]

Law enforcement officers: establish grant pilot program to provide child care for children of officers to accommodate shift work and nontraditional work hours and enhance recruitment and retention of such officers (see H.R. 3304), H2330 [25FE]

Library of Congress: carry out activities to support Armenian Genocide education programs (see H.R. 2585), H2711 [25MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H2297 [24FE]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H253 [8JA]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2422 [4MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

NIH: prohibit support for activity or program that uses live animals in research outside U.S. (see H.R. 1085), H2330 [25FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H949 [20JA]

Research: prohibit use of taxpayer dollars to support animal experimentation in laboratories of adversarial nations (see H.R. 3043), H2711 [25MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2334 [26FE]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Taiwan: codify Six Assurances to Taiwan, provide congressional review of Six Assurances, and protect Taiwan from coercion (see H.R. 3452), H2259 [23FE]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: allow early childhood educators to take educator expense deduction (see H.R. 5334), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

Terrorism: provide compensation for U.S. victims of Libyan state sponsored terrorism (see H.R. 6527), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

Taxation: establish housing affordability credit (see H.R. 7216), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (H.R. 7168), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: establish housing affordability credit (H.R. 7216), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2353 [3MR]

Tributes

Ayler, Johnnie M., E11• [7JA]

Gibson, Robert (Gibby), E48• [16JA]

Gutierrez, Hilda, E3• [6JA]

Lynch, Richard J., E35• [13JA]

Orrico, Frank C., E218• [16MR]

KEANE, JOHN M.

Appointments

Commission on the National Defense Strategy for the U.S., S1146 [17MR]

KEAST, JOHN P.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S70 [7JA]

KEATING, WILLIAM R. (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H135 [7JA]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (see H.R. 1902), H2711 [25MR]

——— revise and extend projects relative to children and violence and provide access to school-based comprehensive mental health programs (see H.R. 5557), H2297 [24FE]

——— satisfy certain staffing requirements relating to low-income home energy assistance (see H.R. 3876), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: assist employers providing employment to individuals with disabilities under special certificates allowing for payment of subminimum wage to transition away from and phase out use of such certificates (see H.R. 4771), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish program to furnish to certain individuals items used for secure storage of firearms (see H.R. 1987), H135 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FEMA: establish cancer prevention programs under assistance to firefighters grant program (see H.R. 1610), H2627 [20MR]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2297 [24FE]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2333 [26FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H13 [6JA]

Medicare: permanently extend certain in-home cardiopulmonary rehabilitation flexibilities established in response to coronavirus (see H.R. 783), H2421 [4MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of State: establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of State: establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (H.R. 8086), H2711 [25MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (H.R. 7016), H656 [12JA]

Tributes

Madden, Celeste, E50• [16JA]

Rodrigues, Cynthia A., E47• [16JA]

KECK FAMILY

Remarks in House

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

KEENE, CA

Bills and resolutions

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

KEEP ICE OUT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

KEEP INNOVATORS IN AMERICA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

KEEP IT MOVING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

KEEP JOBS IN CALIFORNIA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

KEEPING PUBLIC LANDS OUT OF ADVERSARIAL HANDS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

KELIHER, PATRICK

Remarks in House

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: Captain David H. Hart Award recipient, E144 [20FE]

KELL, KELLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E197 [9MR]

KELLER, LARRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E54 [20JA]

KELLER, TX

Remarks in House

Central High School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Harrison, Kenneth A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Pottinger, Kevin: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

KELLER, ZACHARY

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

KELLERMAN, CHRIS

Prayers

House of Representatives, H2475 [9MR]

KELLOGG, JOHN

Prayers

House of Representatives, H1913 [27JA]

KELLOGG, LARRY

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36 [13JA]

KELLY, MARK (a Senator from Arizona)

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S261, S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1218 [18MR], S1410 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Crime: criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S803 [4MR]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see S. 3397), S803 [4MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: authorize transfer of certain F–14 Tomcat aircraft to U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission (see S. 3899), S650 [24FE] (see S. 4161), S1544 [23MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S553 [10FE]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S116 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S763 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1444 [20MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S442 [2FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S470 [3FE]

——— establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR]

——— increase apportionment of formula grants for small transit intensive cities (see S. 2957), S1206 [18MR]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see S.J. Res. 78), S471 [3FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S802 [4MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S471 [3FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: provide advance appropriations authority for certain BIA and Indian Health Service accounts (see S. 2771), S345 [28JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see S. 3211), S490 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S1615 [25MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S553 [10FE]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S1368 [19MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S803 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see S. 3715), S344 [28JA]

Corps of Engineers: designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S35 [6JA]

Courts: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S306 [28JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S306 [28JA]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S306 [28JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205 [14JA]

KELLY, MIKE (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2422 [4MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

——— make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HUD: prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend increased dependency and indemnity compensation paid to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (see H.R. 1685), H2042 [5FE]

——— improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2676 [24MR]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2598 [18MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2097 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Medicare: establish exception to physician self-referral prohibition for certain outpatient prescription drugs furnished by physician practice (see H.R. 2484), H2042 [5FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

——— improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see H.R. 6214), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide for rebate by manufacturers for selected drugs and biological products subject to maximum fair price negotiation (see H.R. 4299), H253 [8JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2422 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1976 [3FE]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H2598 [18MR]

Taxation: remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2550 [17MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (H.R. 7959), H2551 [17MR]

KELLY, ROBIN L. (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1352 [22JA]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2225 [13FE]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2530 [16MR]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2371 [3MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Insurance: require no-cost coverage of certain HIV prevention services (see H.R. 5127), H1950 [2FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H2330 [25FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Route 66 National Historic Trail: designate (see H.R. 5470), H2551 [17MR]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H1977 [3FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see H.R. 7767), H2712 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (H.R. 7499), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (H.R. 7906), H2484 [12MR]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (H.R. 7500), H2187 [11FE]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (H.R. 7830), H2472 [5MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (H.R. 6947), H12 [6JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1944 [2FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment, H666 [13JA]

KELLY, TRENT (a Representative from Mississippi)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bureau of Prisons: develop and implement strategy to interdict fentanyl and other synthetic drugs in mail at Federal correctional facilities (see H.R. 1046), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: establish Capacity Building for Business Districts Pilot Program (see H.R. 3585), H2531 [16MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2336 [2MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Remarks

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H651 [12JA]

Tributes

Grubbs, Adam, E67• [22JA]

Haas, Carl F., E111• [5FE]

Haggard, Richard A., E115• [9FE]

Long, Nancy C., E69• [22JA]

Smith, Richard E., Jr. (Gene), E65• [22JA]

KEMP, BRIAN (Governor of Georgia)

Remarks in House

Safari Club International: Governor of the Year award recipient, H2586 [18MR]

KENNEDY, ANISTON

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1365 [19MR]

KENNEDY, JOHN (a Senator from Louisiana)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S967 [10MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1142 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S348, S349 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

Crime: criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S291 [27JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Education: strengthen disclosure requirements relating to foreign gifts and contracts and prohibit contracts between institutions of higher education and certain foreign entities and countries of concern (see S. 1296), S1010 [11MR]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3805), S579 [11FE]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S534 [9FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Financial institutions: permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Medicare: prohibit approved medical residency training programs from requiring opt-out abortion training (see S. 3238), S1047 [12MR]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S131 [12JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

OSHA: authorize Voluntary Protection Programs (see S. 1417), S682 [25FE]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA]

SEC: permit registered investment companies to omit certain fees from calculation of acquired fund fees and expenses reporting (see S. 1808), S378 [29JA]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S554 [10FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (see S. 3756), S442 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Remarks

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S564 [11FE], S1426 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S327 [28JA], S564 [11FE], S1426 [20MR]

Dept. of HUD: provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates (S. 2441), S153–S155 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1182 [18MR], S1427 [20MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S153 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S327 [28JA]

Housing: reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

Immigration: importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: assessment of nutrition recommendations, S954 [10MR]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S100–S102 [8JA]

New Orleans, LA: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

——— improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

Olympic Games: tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team, S776 [4MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S326 [28JA]

Parliamentary inquiry, S1508 [22MR]

Rice, Susan: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

Senate: legislative program, S967 [10MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506, S1507, S1508, S1509 [22MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507 [22MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S327 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S327 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S694 [26FE], S954 [10MR]

United Kingdom: assessment of foreign policy and defense spending, S954 [10MR]

——— proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1182 [18MR], S1427 [20MR]

Tributes

Domingue, Connor, S954 [10MR]

Humble, Candice, S694 [26FE]

KENNEDY, JOHN F. (35th President of the United States)

Remarks in House relative to

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

KENNEDY, MIKE (a Representative from Utah)

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by, H2309, H2314 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H922 [15JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H719 [13JA]

——— provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

FDA: amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H657 [12JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

GAO: conduct study on existing programs, rules, and authorities that enable or inhibit wildfire mitigation across land ownership boundaries on Federal and non-Federal land (see H.R. 3922), H2188 [11FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— modify Medicaid Federal medical assistance percentage for District of Columbia (see H.R. 5815), H13 [6JA]

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H719 [13JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2032 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Public lands: restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

Saratoga Springs, UT: transfer administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal land to Postal Service for construction of post office (see H.R. 4716), H2598 [18MR]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H2032 [4FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2370 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of the Interior: extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

Education: ensure that qualified technical schools offering certain career pathway and job training programs have same access to Federal grants as 2–year and 4–year institutions of higher education (see H.R. 8051), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (H.R. 7794), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of the Interior: extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (H.R. 7831), H2472 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (H.R. 7578), H2225 [13FE]

Education: ensure that qualified technical schools offering certain career pathway and job training programs have same access to Federal grants as 2–year and 4–year institutions of higher education (H.R. 8051), H2676 [24MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2331 [26FE], H2343 [3MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2331 [26FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H221 [8JA]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, H2265 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2387 [4MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2387 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2091 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2134 [11FE]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

Government: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H1159 [21JA]

National Kidney Month: observance, H2668 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H221 [8JA]

Salt Lake City, UT: tribute to renovation of Salt Lake Temple, H2265 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2134 [11FE]

Tributes

Brown, Kenneth J., H2560 [18MR]

Hatch, Mary Alice Marriott, H2379 [4MR]

LaMalfa, Doug, H238 [8JA]

KENNEDY, ROBERT F., JR. see Secretary of Health and Human Services (Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.)

KENNEDY, TIMOTHY M. (a Representative from New York)

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2298 [24FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2259 [23FE]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2530 [16MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see H.R. 2004), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2484 [12MR]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2623 [19MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— improve permanent loan guarantee for purchase of residential cooperative housing units (see H.R. 1803), H2297 [24FE]

Depts. of HUD and Veterans Affairs: make certain improvements to supported housing program for veterans commonly known as ‘‘HUD-VASH’’ (see H.R. 1957), H2330 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: authorize national program to reduce threat to human health posed by exposure to indoor air contaminants (see H.R. 5123), H2259 [23FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H949 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2485 [12MR]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2370 [3MR]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H2551 [17MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2225 [13FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Great Lakes Fishery Commission: provide for development of efforts to combat invasive species of mussels (see H.R. 6053), H136 [7JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2097 [9FE]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H2677 [24MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2120 [10FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building, Westhampton Beach, NY: designate (see H.R. 5588), H2677 [24MR]

Kay Hagan Tick Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4348), H2259 [23FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H719 [13JA]

Medicare: improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2097 [9FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1977 [3FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2032 [4FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

New York (State): nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (see H.R. 7065), H2097 [9FE]

NIH: provide for further comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms at National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H.R. 2678), H2677 [24MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2236 [20FE]

Social Security: enhance benefits and ensure long-term solvency (see H.R. 1700), H921 [15JA]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit downgrading of law enforcement positions (see H.R. 8010), H2621 [19MR]

FAA: issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit downgrading of law enforcement positions (H.R. 8010), H2622 [19MR]

FAA: issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (H.R. 7501), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H10 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H702 [13JA]

Irish-American Heritage Month: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H722 [14JA]

Muslim Americans: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103 [7JA]

St. Patrick’s Day: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H10 [6JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H722 [14JA]

Tributes

Fisher, Matthew J., H1128 [21JA]

Heidinger, John J., H2424 [5MR]

Lewis, James A., IV, H2554 [18MR]

Neenan, James E., H2635 [24MR]

Shah Alam, Nurul A., H2374 [4MR]

KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Remarks in House

Public buildings: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

KENNEDY CENTER PROTECTION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

KENNETH, KELLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E232 [18MR]

KENT STATE UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Black History Month: observance, H2429 [5MR]

KENTUCKY

Bills and resolutions

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pruitt, Ashley B.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

Neville, David: Dept. of State Citizen Diplomat Award recipient, E123 [10FE]

Safety: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

KERN, JOHN S.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

KERR, MICHAEL H.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H670 [13JA]

KEYES, BILLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2431 [5MR]

KEYS, ELIZABETH A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E177 [3MR]

KEYSER, McKINLEY

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S287 [27JA]

KHAN, KAMRAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2609 [19MR]

KHANAHMADI, SOPHIE TRAINOR

Remarks in House

Tribute, E233 [18MR]

KHANNA, RO (a Representative from California)

Appointments

Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party (House, Select), H126 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2422 [4MR]

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H949 [20JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H949 [20JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2371 [3MR]

FDA: require notification prior to use of substances as generally recognized as safe, reassess safety of certain substances marketed as generally recognized as safe, and provide resources for reviews and reassessments (see H.R. 4958), H2297 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2422 [4MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H949 [20JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H2098 [9FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2120 [10FE]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2370 [3MR]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2297 [24FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2551 [17MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2032 [4FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

SSA: establish baby bonus program (see H.R. 6234), H656 [12JA]

——— establish Office of Universal Child Assistance (see H.R. 6235), H656 [12JA]

——— provide universal payment to certain adults to increase take-home pay of workers and enhance their financial stability (see H.R. 6236), H656 [12JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bhutan: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Employment: express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

Middle East: condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (H.R. 7832), H2473 [5MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (H.R. 7907), H2484 [12MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (H.R. 7767), H2369 [3MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (H.R. 7960), H2551 [17MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2402 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H606 [9JA]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H606 [9JA], H730 [14JA]

Taxation: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H730 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H1131 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2402 [4MR]

KHAZAN, JIBREEL

Bills and resolutions

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

KHORK, CODY A.

Bills and resolutions

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (see S. 4138), S1205 [18MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (S. 4138), H2606 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (S. 4138), S1202 [18MR]

Texts of

S. 4138, waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork, S1202 [18MR], H2607 [19MR]

KIBBEN, MARGARET GRUN (Chaplain of the House of Representatives)

Prayers

House of Representatives, H1 [3JA], H3 [6JA], H111 [7JA], H148 [8JA], H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA], H726 [14JA], H897 [15JA], H923 [16JA], H928 [20JA], H1130 [21JA], H1175 [22JA], H1911 [23JA], H1919 [30JA], H1925 [2FE], H1951 [3FE], H1991 [4FE], H2039 [5FE], H2046 [9FE], H2106 [10FE], H2121 [11FE], H2189 [12FE], H2223 [13FE], H2227 [17FE], H2268 [24FE], H2299 [25FE], H2345 [3MR], H2378 [4MR], H2430 [5MR], H2491 [16MR], H2537 [17MR], H2558 [18MR], H2625 [20MR], H2640 [24MR], H2686 [25MR]

KIDNEYS FOR COMMUNITIES (organization)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E175 [3MR]

KIDS IN CLASSES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

KIDS INTERNET AND DIGITAL SAFETY (KIDS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

KIDS OFF SOCIAL MEDIA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

KIDS ONLINE SAFETY ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

KIGER, JAMES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2417 [4MR]

KIGGANS, JENNIFER A. (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2598 [18MR]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2422 [4MR]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2371 [3MR]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H1173 [21JA]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H922 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: issue standards relative to chip security mechanisms for integrated circuit products (see H.R. 3447), H2677 [24MR]

——— require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2623 [19MR]

——— secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H1977 [3FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2188 [11FE]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2531 [16MR]

——— require electronic communication service providers and remote computing services to report unlawful sale and distribution of controlled substances (see H.R. 4518), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Wildlife Confiscations Network (see H.R. 3538), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see H.R. 4509), H2333 [26FE]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H2297 [24FE]

Diseases and disorders: amend laws relative to preventing end-stage kidney disease (see H.R. 1518), H2333 [26FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2098 [9FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

First responders: support infrastructure investment in small law enforcement agencies and small fire departments (see H.R. 2979), H2711 [25MR]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2370 [3MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H949 [20JA]

Law enforcement officers: establish grant pilot program to provide child care for children of officers to accommodate shift work and nontraditional work hours and enhance recruitment and retention of such officers (see H.R. 3304), H2336 [2MR]

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H2033 [4FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H949 [20JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see H.R. 7534), H2334 [26FE]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2330 [25FE]

States: limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives (see H.R. 4889), H1173 [21JA]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2297 [24FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2370 [3MR]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H922 [15JA]

Veterans: make homebuyers aware of all loan options by providing veterans with written comparison of Dept. of Veterans Affairs, FHA, and conventional loan options (see H.R. 3694), H253 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (H.R. 7908), H2484 [12MR]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (H.R. 8052), H2676 [24MR]

Health care professionals: clarify and focus U.S. support for frontline health workers across global health and humanitarian investments to increase global health security, create more stable societies, and save lives (H.R. 8011), H2622 [19MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (H.R. 7106), H921 [15JA]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (H.R. 7618), H2235 [20FE]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90• [2FE]

Remarks

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1337 [22JA]

Medicaid: establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87• [2FE]

Tributes

Knight, Barry, H2307 [25FE]

KILEY, KEVIN (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2236 [20FE]

Bureau of Prisons: develop and implement strategy to interdict fentanyl and other synthetic drugs in mail at Federal correctional facilities (see H.R. 1046), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritizen funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish program to insure certain second liens secured against property for purpose of financing accessory dwelling unit construction (see H.R. 4568), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2677 [24MR]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H719 [13JA]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H1173 [21JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1173 [21JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2259 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (H.R. 7255), H1916 [27JA]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H2235 [20FE]

Notices

Election to Committee on Education and Workforce (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election to Committee on the Judiciary (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Remarks

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

California: allegations of unemployment fraud, H612 [9JA], H1946 [2FE]

——— assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

——— condemn wealth tax proposal, H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

——— management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

——— parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

——— prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H221 [8JA]

——— importance of bipartisanship, H2615 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2215 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1965 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1965 [3FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2215 [12FE]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2615 [19MR]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2215 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2215 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H221 [8JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE]

Pride Industries (organization): anniversary, H2321 [25FE]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

Resignations

House Republican Caucus, H2580 [18MR]

Tributes

Burbine, Richard, H916 [15JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H232 [8JA]

Trimble, Robin, H1947 [2FE]

KILLEEN, ROBIN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S607 [12FE]

KIM, ANDY (a Senator from New Jersey)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1405, S1408 [19MR], S1445, S1446 [20MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S221 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: provide liability protection for good faith donation of pet food and supplies (see S. 1939), S763 [3MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S90 [7JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test comprehensive alternative response for emergencies model to support treatment-in-place services for seniors (see S. 3145), S17 [5JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: carry out activities to reduce food loss and waste (see S. 1395), S291 [27JA]

——— establish Strengthening Local Food Security Program (see S. 2338), S1580 [24MR]

——— prohibit use of M–44 devices, commonly known as ‘‘cyanide bombs’’, on public land (see S. 2179), S17 [5JA]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S1092 [17MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S1545 [23MR]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: require amounts used to pay renaming costs to be derived from travel budget of Sec. of Defense (see S. 2848), S291 [27JA]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S959 [10MR]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S652 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S683 [25FE]

Family and Medical Leave Act: expand eligibility to more workers, allow parental involvement leave for educational and extracurricular activities, and modernize definition of family (see S. 437), S1056 [16MR]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Financial institutions: address applications for deposit insurance submitted by industrial banks to FDIC (see S. 3734), S377 [29JA]

——— permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S708 [26FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S959 [10MR]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see S. Res. 525), S1581 [24MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S883 [5MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see S. Res. 547), S579 [11FE]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Law enforcement: hold Federal law enforcement agencies liable in civil actions for deprivation of civilians’ constitutional rights (see S. 3470), S346 [28JA]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S51 [6JA]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S419 [30JA]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S651 [24FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see S. 3211), S1368 [19MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SEC: raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Social Security: review and simplify processes, forms, and communications for family caregivers to assist individuals in establishing eligibility, enrolling in, and maintaining benefits under certain Federal aid programs (see S. 1227), S1206 [18MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Commission on American Civics Renewal: establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate): establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; File Disclosure’’ (see S.J. Res. 127), S1090 [17MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— require Office of Detention Oversight to conduct audits of detention facilities and restrict detention of aliens at such facilities until after any deficiencies have been properly remediated (see S. 3932), S706 [26FE]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S86 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S722 [2MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S987 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1028, S1029 [12MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S987 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S311 [28JA], S987 [11MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S975 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1076 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S311 [28JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S209 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S311 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S86 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S722 [2MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S86 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1076 [17MR]

KIM, YOUNG (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Archie Moore Post Office Building, Ramona, CA: designate (see H.R. 4982), H2474 [5MR]

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H1923 [30JA]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: develop strategic plan to address mental health of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6383), H2422 [4MR]

——— enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish program to insure certain second liens secured against property for purpose of financing accessory dwelling unit construction (see H.R. 4568), H2422 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of State: establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

——— establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H719 [13JA]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of the Interior: implement fertility controls to manage populations of wild free-roaming horses and burros and encourage training opportunities for military veterans to assist in range management activities (see H.R. 2864), H2221 [12FE]

——— prohibit any person from using motor vehicle to intentionally run over or kill wild animal on public lands (see H.R. 6864), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

——— require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2474 [5MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit from entering into contracts with entity that discriminates against firearm or ammunition industries (see H.R. 45), H2225 [13FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2422 [4MR]

Foreign trade: restrict export of U.S. intellectual property and sensitive information relative to synthetic biology to foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 6624), H2370 [3MR]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2422 [4MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: modify certain limitations on disproportionate share hospital payment adjustments (see H.R. 5064), H719 [13JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2119 [10FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H13 [6JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2297 [24FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H2098 [9FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H2422 [4MR]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2336 [2MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2422 [4MR]

——— exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2551 [17MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Barred Owl Management Strategy’’ (see H.J. Res. 111), H2098 [9FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: establish national task force to investigate and combat fraud involving Federal dollars (see H.R. 7312), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2257 [23FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Taxation: treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: establish national task force to investigate and combat fraud involving Federal dollars (H.R. 7312), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (H.R. 7642), H2258 [23FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (H.R. 7037), H718 [13JA]

Taxation: treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (H.R. 7737), H2333 [26FE]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H601 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2445 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2445 [5MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2073 [9FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2006 [4FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2445 [5MR]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500, H2501, H2503 [16MR]

Municipal Water District of Orange County: anniversary, H1338 [22JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

Votes: position on missed, H2286• [24FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H232 [8JA]

KIMMEY, TED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2588 [18MR]

KINETIC TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S88 [7JA]

KING, ANGUS S., JR. (a Senator from Maine)

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S162 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see S. 877), S291 [27JA]

Courts: establish legal standards for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) products (see S. 2937), S1206 [18MR]

Crime: criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material and provide appropriate penalties for use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims (see S. 3398), S732 [2MR]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see S. 3397), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S535 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish manufactured housing community improvement grant program (see S. 943), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: clarify inclusion of medically necessary automobile adaptations in definition of ‘‘medical services’’ (see S. 1726), S682 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, cosponsorship withdrawn (see S. 1383), S682 [25FE]

——— expand health care and benefits for veterans who are victims of military sexual trauma (see S. 1245), S220 [14JA]

——— improve mental health services (see S. 609), S220 [14JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

——— increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: take certain steps relative to research on menopause, perimenopause, or mid-life women’s health (see S. 1320), S220 [14JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

——— reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

——— require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see S. 2870), S610 [12FE]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Housing: establish whole-home repairs program for eligible homeowners and landlords (see S. 127), S802 [4MR]

——— reform rural housing programs (see S. 1260), S763 [3MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: condemn suppression of right of Iranians to peacefully assemble (see S. Res. 606), S611 [12FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S578 [11FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S442 [2FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S442 [2FE]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S345 [28JA]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see S. 1459), S763 [3MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S16 [5JA]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S732 [2MR]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1483 [21MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1483 [21MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S997 [11MR]

KING, CANDI MUNDON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E96 [3FE]

KING, MARTIN LUTHER, JR.

Bills and resolutions

Civil rights: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Civil rights: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H911, H912, H914 [15JA], H942–H946 [20JA]

KING GEORGE, VA

Remarks in House

Gardening Gays Farm: King George Best of the Best Awards recipient, E144 [20FE]

KING GEORGE COUNTY, VA

Remarks in House

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144 [20FE]

KING KAMEHAMEHA I

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (S. Con. Res. 29), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 29, use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I, S1547 [23MR]

KING-HINDS, KIMBERLYN (a Delegate from the Northern Mariana Islands)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2531 [16MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H1922 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— redefine eligibility for airport-related Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation (TIFIA) Program projects (see H.R. 6168), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— reimburse State homes for cost of, or furnish to State homes, certain costly medications provided to veterans who receive nursing home care in such State homes (see H.R. 1970), H2188 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H1949 [2FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2422 [4MR]

Medicare: restore State authority to waive mileage rule for designating critical access hospitals for certain facilities (see H.R. 6240), H2297 [24FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

Taxation: exclude enlistment and reenlistment bonuses for Armed Forces members from gross income (see H.R. 2565), H2598 [18MR]

White House Conference on Small Business Authorization Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 6855), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (H.R. 7795), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Northern Mariana Islands: anniversary of covenant establishing political union with U.S., H2638 [24MR]

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H930 [20JA]

KINGS POINT, NY

Bills and resolutions

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

KINNEY, RYANN E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2431 [5MR]

KINROSS, DANIEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2012 [4FE]

KINSTON, NC

Remarks in House

Kinston High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

KINTER FAMILY

Remarks in House

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

KIRA JOHNSON ACT see Women

KIRSANOV, ALEXANDR

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

KISSIMMEE, FL

Bills and resolutions

Robert Guevara Post Office Building: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

KITCHEN, ALICE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E15 [8JA]

KLINNER, JOHN A.

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2606 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

KLOBUCHAR, AMY (a Senator from Minnesota)

Amendments

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S116 [8JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S222 [14JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see S. 2544), S490 [4FE]

——— extend statute of limitations for offenses relative to pandemic-era programs to be 10 years (see S. 121), S115 [8JA]

——— improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Commerce: promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

——— require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: allow participants in National Health Service Corps to defer their obligated service in order to receive training in palliative care services (see S. 2521), S50 [6JA]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— increase number of permanent faculty in palliative care at allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, and other programs, and promote education in palliative care and hospice (see S. 2287), S553 [10FE]

——— provide for congenital cytomegalovirus screening of newborns (see S. 2842), S1092 [17MR]

——— provide for testing of community-based palliative care model (see S. 1935), S50 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see S. 3438), S652 [24FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see S. 2019), S50 [6JA]

——— modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

——— reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S651 [24FE]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S1092 [17MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S1207 [18MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see S.J. Res. 78), S471 [3FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

FTC: establish duties to require online service providers to protect user data and prohibit use of user data to their detriment (see S. 3570), S90 [7JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S960 [10MR]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see S. 455), S510 [5FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S708 [26FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S652 [24FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S708 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: add physical therapists to list of health care providers allowed to utilize locum tenens (substitute) arrangements (see S. 2225), S220 [14JA]

——— allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE]

——— permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to satisfy documentation requirement for coverage of certain shoes for individuals with diabetes (see S. 1805), S707 [26FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S733 [2MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S442 [2FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S733 [2MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S470 [3FE]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA]

——— provide grants and direct or guaranteed loans to increase domestic fertilizer production for farmers (see S. 4148), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Taxation: establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see S. 3615), S130 [12JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S767 [3MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S39 [6JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S148 [13JA]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S994 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S602 [12FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S317 [28JA], S602 [12FE], S994 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1075 [17MR], S1307 [18MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S317 [28JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S317 [28JA], S602 [12FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S317 [28JA], S602 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S148 [13JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S209 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S317 [28JA], S602 [12FE], S994 [11MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S317 [28JA]

Votes: position on missed, S530 [9FE], S1542 [23MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1075 [17MR], S1307 [18MR]

Tributes

MacDonald, Colin (Mac), S467• [3FE]

KLOSTER, RICHARD

Reports filed

Nomination to Surface Transportation Board: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

KLUPAR, OLIVIA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1039 [12MR]

KNAPP, MICHAEL W.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E34 [13JA]

KNIGHT, BARRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2307 [25FE]

KNIGHT, HILARY

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

KNIGHT, MARVIN R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E246 [19MR]

KNIGHT, MICHELE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS (organization)

Remarks in House

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Knights of Columbus (organization) Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

KNIPRATH, ROBERT L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H107 [7JA]

KNOTT, BRAD (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 1229), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see H.R. 309), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2370 [3MR]

——— require all commercial driver’s license applicants to demonstrate English language proficiency as condition for testing and issuance (see H.R. 5800), H136 [7JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2334 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1976 [3FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H1352 [22JA]

Immigration: prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H616 [9JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Pensions: allow certain governmental pension plans to include firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and paramedics (see H.R. 2382), H2598 [18MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Remarks

GAO: conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2656 [24MR]

KNOW YOUR AMERICAN CUSTOMER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

KNOWLES, NYLA

Lists

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

KOCH, HOWARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1988 [4FE]

KONGSBERG DEFENCE & AEROSPACE, INC.

Remarks in House

Johnstown, PA: expansion of facility, H2237 [23FE]

KOREA, DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: establish national registry of Korean American divided families (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: establish national registry of Korean American divided families (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

KOREAN AMERICAN DAY

Bills and resolutions

Goals and ideals: support (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Observance, H618 [12JA]

KOREAN AMERICAN DIVIDED FAMILIES NATIONAL REGISTRY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

KOREAN AMERICANS

Bills and resolutions

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: establish national registry of Korean American divided families (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

KOREAN WAR related term(s) War

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Battle of Chipyong-ni: anniversary, E147 [20FE]

KOSOVO, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Kosovo’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 635), S958 [10MR]

Remarks in Senate

Independence: anniversary, S691 [26FE]

Iowa: anniversary of Iowa National Guard partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 635, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Kosovo’s human rights practices, S963 [10MR]

KOSSUTH COUNTY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88 [7JA]

KOSTEL, CLAUDIA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S856, S857 [5MR]

KOVAL, SETH R.

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

Tribute, H2549 [17MR], H2667 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Senate: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq, S1082 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

KRIER, MAE

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see H. Res. 1126), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2553 [18MR]

KRINKIE, MARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H105 [7JA]

KRISHNAMOORTHI, RAJA (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 40), H2259 [23FE]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2098 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Brand USA, Inc.: make available certain amounts from Travel Promotion Fund for Corp. for Travel Promotion (see H.R. 6128), H1950 [2FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H1352 [22JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2236 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

——— defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2297 [24FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— make grants to States to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization (see H.R. 6217), H1950 [2FE]

——— permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: assist States in, and pay for Federal share of cost of, defraying cost of related instruction associated with pre-apprenticeship and qualified apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 1783), H1976 [3FE]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H2120 [10FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H719 [13JA]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H2477 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H2330 [25FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2531 [16MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H895 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2371 [3MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Cleaning Week: designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NOAA: ensure uninterrupted storage of data sets (see H.R. 6184), H895 [14JA]

——— provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2297 [24FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H2236 [20FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 1197), H719 [13JA]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2297 [24FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: allow investment credit for certain water reuse projects (see H.R. 2940), H1976 [3FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, Tuskegee, AL: designate (see H.R. 6006), H2334 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

Medicare: provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: establish first-time homebuyer refundable tax credit (see H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

——— make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (H.R. 7542), H2220 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (H.R. 7017), H656 [12JA]

Medicare: provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (H.R. 7909), H2484 [12MR]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (H.R. 7833), H2473 [5MR]

Taxation: establish first-time homebuyer refundable tax credit (H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

——— make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (H.R. 7909), H2484 [12MR]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (H.R. 6980), H252 [8JA]

Remarks

Carnatic Music Association of North America: anniversary, E5• [6JA]

Chicago, IL: tribute to Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, E3• [6JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H226 [8JA]

Independent Grocers Alliance, Inc.: anniversary, E76• [27JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H226 [8JA]

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37• [13JA]

KROPIDLOWSKI, CHESTER R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E23 [12JA]

KUEHL, DONALD L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E119 [9FE]

KUNKLE, JAMES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E15 [8JA]

KURINSKY-MALOS, MICHAELA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2534 [17MR]

KUSTOFF, DAVID (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Camp Lejeune Justice Act: technical corrections (see H.R. 4145), H2531 [16MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2042 [5FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2042 [5FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2236 [20FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2119 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Tributes

Bonham, Derrick, H2178 [11FE]

Stamson, Steve, H2707 [25MR]

KUWAIT, STATE OF

Amendments

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S249–S251 [15JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Sorffly Davius, H2666 [24MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 648, tribute to Nicole M. Amor, S1095 [17MR], S1610 [25MR]

LA PAZ COUNTY, AZ

Reports filed

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

LA PAZ COUNTY SOLAR ENERGY AND JOB CREATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

LA PUENTE, CA

Remarks in House

Rorimer Elementary School: California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award recipient, H1983 [4FE]

LABELING related term(s) Packaging; Product Safety

Amendments

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Texts of

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

LABOR see Employment

LABOR MANAGEMENT RELATIONS ACT

Remarks in House

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

LABOR UNIONS related term(s) Collective Bargaining

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Letters

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

LABORERS’ INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, E81 [30JA]

LABOR-MANAGEMENT REPORTING AND DISCLOSURE ACT

Remarks in House

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

LaCERTE, DAVID

Reports filed

Nomination to FERC: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

LaCROWN, TOBA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H723 [14JA]

LAFAYETTE, BERNARD, JR.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1542 [23MR]

LAFAYETTE, LA

Bills and resolutions

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

LaHOOD, DARIN (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2336 [2MR]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H1173 [21JA]

——— require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: authorize to enter into trade agreements for reciprocal elimination of duties or other import restrictions relative to medical goods to contribute to national security and public health of U.S. (see H.R. 2213), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H2531 [16MR]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

National Cleaning Week: designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (H.R. 7432), H2096 [9FE]

Taxation: classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (H.R. 7620), H2235 [20FE]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

Remarks

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H651 [12JA]

Votes: position on missed, E267• [25MR]

Tributes

Rauber, John W., Jr., E83• [30JA]

LAI, JIMMY

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

LAI, JIMMY C.

Articles and editorials

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

Remarks in House

China: condemn sentencing, E117 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

China: condemn sentencing, S544 [10FE]

LAKE, GEORGE

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania: Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

LAKE CHAMPLAIN BASIN PROGRAM (LCBP) ENHANCEMENTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

LAKE COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Brumfield Reed, Voris: Lake County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E267 [25MR]

LAKE COUNTY, MN

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

LAKES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

EPA: reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Reports filed

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

LAKESIDE, IA

Remarks in Senate

Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center: tribute, S440 [2FE]

LAKHAN, SEEMA

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

LaLOTA, NICK (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H2236 [20FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1950 [2FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H2531 [16MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1923 [30JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2297 [24FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1916 [27JA]

——— impose additional sanctions and modify existing sanctions (see H.R. 2570), H949 [20JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2370 [3MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2120 [10FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2259 [23FE]

——— improve and enhance work opportunity tax credit to encourage longer-service employment and make it more effective as hiring incentive for targeted workers (see H.R. 6231), H2422 [4MR]

——— reform low-income housing credit (see H.R. 2725), H2330 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H738 [14JA]

Resignations

Committee on Small Business (House), H2687 [25MR]

LaMALFA, DOUG (a former Representative from California)

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Doug LaMalfa, H122 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Tribute (see H. Res. 978), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H5 [6JA], H104, H121, H122 [7JA], H231–H239 [8JA], H604, H606, H611 [9JA], H619 [12JA]

Tribute (H. Res. 978), H112 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 978, tribute, H112 [7JA]

LAMBETH, ROYCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2489 [16MR]

LAMPTON, ELLEN

Remarks in House

National Service Honor award: recipient, H2103 [10FE]

LaMUNYON, RICHARD

Bills and resolutions

Special Olympics: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

LANCASTER, PA

Remarks in House

Mental Health America of Lancaster County (organization): anniversary, E212 [12MR]

LANCASTER COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Mental Health America of Lancaster County (organization): anniversary, E212 [12MR]

LANCASTER COUNTY, PA

Remarks in House

Garden Spot FFA Chapter: tribute, E31 [13JA]

Lancaster County Beekeepers Society: anniversary, E18 [8JA]

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

LANCASTER COUNTY BEEKEEPERS SOCIETY

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E18 [8JA]

LAND GRANT RESEARCH PRIORITIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

LAND USE

Bills and resolutions

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

Guam: provide exception to ‘‘public purpose’’ requirement for certain land transfers in case of transfer restoring such land to original landowner or heirs (see H.R. 7673), H2326 [25FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify notice requirements for mineral exploration activities on certain public lands (see H.R. 7458), H2117 [10FE]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2511 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize to convey, without consideration, certain cemeteries (H.R. 4284), H2510, H2511 [16MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

Housing: reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

Reports filed

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4284, Small Cemetery Conveyance Act, H2510 [16MR]

S. Res. 645, International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, S1093 [17MR]

LANDINO, MARIO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2106 [10FE]

LANDSMAN, GREG (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H1950 [2FE]

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H1923 [30JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H2712 [25MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2033 [4FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see H.R. 5645), H2297 [24FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H2033 [4FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (see H.R. 1665), H135 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H2297 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H2473 [5MR]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2098 [9FE]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H925 [16JA]

Firearms: provide victims of gun violence access to same civil remedies available to those injured through other means and ensure gun industry is not shielded from liability when negligent (see H.R. 3740), H2422 [4MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H925 [16JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2370 [3MR]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H2097 [9FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2477 [9MR]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H1912 [23JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2370 [3MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2120 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2235 [20FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (see H.R. 1895), H1949 [2FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: require reimbursement for costs associated with Presidential travel (see H.R. 6831), H2623 [19MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H1950 [2FE]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H1950 [2FE]

State Justice Institute: establish State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center (see H.R. 4602), H2370 [3MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H2236 [20FE]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2551 [17MR]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Violence Against Women Act: define intimate partner to include someone with whom there is or was dating relationship (see H.R. 4166), H2477 [9MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

Taxation: establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (H.R. 7876), H2477 [9MR]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

Taxation: establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (H.R. 7768), H2369 [3MR]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2153 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2173 [11FE]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: tribute to employees, H2014 [4FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1164 [21JA]

Votes: position on missed, E101• [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2173 [11FE]

Tributes

DiGiovanna, Shane, H2535 [17MR]

Keys, Elizabeth A., E177• [3MR]

LANE, CHRISTINE

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

LANE, SPENCER

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

LANGUAGE ACCESS TO GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION STRATEGIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

LANGUAGES

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR] (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

Transportation: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

Hawaiian Language Month: observance, S714 [26FE]

Reports filed

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

S. Res. 625, Hawaiian Language Month, S735 [2MR]

LANGWORTHY, NICHOLAS A. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2623 [19MR]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2298 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: require recitation of Pledge of Allegiance and display of American Flag in certain federally funded elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 1351), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2712 [25MR]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H2627 [20MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2098 [9FE]

Erie Canal: mint coins in recognition of bicentennial (see H.R. 1546), H2097 [9FE]

FAA: issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H894 [14JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1916 [27JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2032 [4FE]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H2229 [17FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2042 [5FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H949 [20JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2236 [20FE]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2370 [3MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H719 [13JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Postal Service: ensure it remains independent establishment of Federal Government and is not subject to privatization (see H. Res. 70), H2712 [25MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H2097 [9FE]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2221 [12FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2712 [25MR]

——— exclude all military retirement and related benefits from Federal income tax (see H.R. 6190), H2531 [16MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H949 [20JA]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2370 [3MR]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2033 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

New York (State): nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (see H.R. 7065), H892 [14JA]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2530 [16MR]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (H.R. 7366), H2032 [4FE]

New York (State): nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (H.R. 7065), H894 [14JA]

OPM: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (H.R. 7256), H1916 [27JA]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (H.R. 7502), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107, H2108, H2112, H2114, H2115 [10FE]

Elma, NY: groundbreaking of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church new sanctuary, E244• [19MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107, H2108, H2112, H2114, H2115 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2107, H2110, H2112, H2114, H2115 [10FE]

Murray Roofing Co., Inc.: anniversary, E265• [25MR]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107, H2108, H2112, H2114, H2115 [10FE]

Randolph, NY: anniversary, E239• [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2110 [10FE]

Votes: position on missed, H604• [9JA], H1938• [2FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Tributes

Boller, M. William, E63• [21JA]

Braunscheidle, Gary, E93• [3FE]

Christman, Shawn, E97• [3FE]

Moje, Randy, E95• [3FE]

Neilson, Doreen, E96• [3FE]

LANKFORD, JAMES (a Senator from Oklahoma)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S838 [4MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S165 [13JA]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see S. 978), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see S. 545), S651 [24FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

——— provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

Firearms: establish appropriate rules for prosecutors and Federal judges to carry concealed firearm (see S. 2993), S162 [13JA]

GAO: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Information technology: hold technology companies accountable for failure to remove child sexual abuse material from their networks and require reports on efforts to keep children safe from online predators (see S. 1829), S732 [2MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S1092 [17MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S471 [3FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (see S. Res. 649), S1205 [18MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, S199–S201 [14JA]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (S. Con. Res. 29), S1560 [23MR]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (S. 921), S1559, S1560 [23MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S985 [11MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S713 [26FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1031, S1032, S1033 [12MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S985 [11MR], S1031, S1033 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S713 [26FE], S985 [11MR], S1031, S1033 [12MR], S1179 [18MR], S1327 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1080 [17MR], S1532 [23MR]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1032 [12MR], S1178 [18MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S713 [26FE]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1541 [23MR]

National School Choice Week: observance, S366 [29JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S366 [29JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Senate: legislative program, S1559, S1560 [23MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1178, S1179 [18MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1179 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1080 [17MR], S1532 [23MR]

Reports

Committee on Ethics (Senate, Select) Activities, S374 [29JA]

Tributes

Armstrong, Senator, S1567 [24MR]

Leverett, Joe, S1203• [18MR]

LAOS, PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

LAPEER, MI

Remarks in House

Hammond, Della: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143 [20FE]

Wilson, Ryan: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148 [20FE]

LaPOINTE, SANDRA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2174 [11FE]

LARCHMONT, NY

Remarks in House

Woman’s Club of Larchmont, Inc.: anniversary, H2117 [10FE]

LARSEN, RICK (a Representative from Washington)

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H1950 [2FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend and expand Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Cooperator Program (see H.R. 1086), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: restore access to curricula, books, and other learning materials at schools operated by Dept. of Defense Education Activity (see H.R. 5527), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2330 [25FE]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2676 [24MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1352 [22JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2598 [18MR]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H2473 [5MR]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H1977 [3FE]

Native Americans: provide for advancements in public safety services to Indian communities (see H.R. 4712), H2225 [13FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

——— support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2032 [4FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence,’’ cosponsorship withdrawn (see H.R. 8031), H2678 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2253, H2256 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2254, H2256 [23FE]

Tributes

Cammermeyer, Margarethe (Grethe), E124• [10FE]

Janicki, Lisa, E9• [7JA]

LARSON, JOHN B. (a Representative from Connecticut)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Animal Welfare Act: expand and improve Attorney General enforcement capabilities relative to seizure and removal of abused animals (see H.R. 3112), H2229 [17FE]

Animals: prohibit slaughter of equines for human consumption (see H.R. 1661), H2229 [17FE]

——— provide for humane treatment of dogs (see H.R. 2253), H2229 [17FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Business and industry: prohibit chief executive officers convicted of covered crimes from serving in executive branch (see H.R. 3680), H2330 [25FE]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2330 [25FE]

——— improve Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and reduce interest rates (see H.R. 2829), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide for percentage of student loan forgiveness for public service employment (see H.R. 6284), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2485 [12MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 121), H2598 [18MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Federal employees: provide pay equality and more accurate computation of retirement benefits for certain firefighters employed by Federal Government (see H.R. 759), H2484 [12MR]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2235 [20FE]

FERC: hold technical conference on protecting residential ratepayers from increased costs associated with large loads (see H.R. 6529), H13 [6JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H135 [7JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government: prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see H.R. 7575), H2236 [20FE]

Housing: prohibit owners of covered dwelling units from assessing or collecting certain fees from tenants (see H.R. 4100), H2531 [16MR]

Immigration: rescind Executive actions suspending issuance of visas to nationals of certain countries, prohibit religious discrimination, and limit Presidential authority to suspend or restrict entry of class of aliens (see H.R. 924), H2259 [23FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran (see H. Res. 993), H1923 [30JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement officers: ensure ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters (see H.R. 1443), H2235 [20FE]

Medicare: establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (see H.R. 3069), H2336 [2MR]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2097 [9FE]

——— modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Occupational Safety and Health Act: expand coverage to public sector employees (see H.R. 3139), H2297 [24FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2474 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H925 [16JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2235 [20FE]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2370 [3MR]

——— eliminate loopholes that allow billionaires to defer tax indefinitely through certain planning strategies and modify certain tax provisions so that billionaires are required to pay taxes annually (see H.R. 5427), H2259 [23FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2677 [24MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (H.R. 7910), H2484 [12MR]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (H.R. 7621), H2235 [20FE]

Taxation: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (H.R. 7878), H2477 [9MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H221 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H221 [8JA]

Votes: position on missed, E67• [22JA]

LAST SALE VALUATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

LATIMER, GEORGE (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Alien Registration Act: repeal (see H.R. 2129), H2473 [5MR]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building, Miller Place, NY: designate (see H.R. 5642), H2474 [5MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2097 [9FE]

Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5641), H2474 [5MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corps of Engineers: provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Correctional institutions: restore limited, free telephone service for detainees to facilitate consultations with legal counsel and to maintain ties with families (see H.R. 5941), H2474 [5MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2552 [17MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H253 [8JA]

——— prohibit use of Armed Forces to enforce immigration laws (see H.R. 5604), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— authorize Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (see H.R. 4733), H2551 [17MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2474 [5MR]

——— establish system to track, record, and report all instances in which U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident was, for purpose of immigration enforcement, detained or removed (see H.R. 4703), H2474 [5MR]

——— limit authority immigration officers have at protected emergency response locations (see H.R. 5603), H2474 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2474 [5MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H2474 [5MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see H.R. 6397), H2474 [5MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2474 [5MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H2474 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to provide notice in case of transfer of immigration detainee to new facility (see H.R. 5073), H2474 [5MR]

——— restrict from arresting or detaining individuals in connection with appearances before immigration courts of Executive Office for Immigration Review (see H.R. 6521), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: codify in statute authorization to appoint experienced immigration law experts as temporary immigration judges to reduce number of pending cases in immigrations courts (see H.R. 6497), H136 [7JA]

——— provide grants to States, local governments, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing deportation (see H.R. 3101), H2473 [5MR]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish grant program to support out-of-school-time youth workforce readiness programs providing employability skills, work-based learning, and workforce opportunities for eligible youth (see H.R. 2910), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2033 [4FE]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: codify national primary drinking water regulation for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) (see H.R. 4168), H2712 [25MR]

——— establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H2712 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (see H.R. 284), H2711 [25MR]

Federal firefighters: include Parkinson’s disease in list of illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities (see H.R. 4453), H2474 [5MR]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see H.R. 7143), H2712 [25MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2473 [5MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Immigration: exempt unaccompanied alien children from certain fees tied to humanitarian protection, cancel funding for body examinations of children in custody, and prohibit sharing of sponsor information (see H.R. 6389), H2474 [5MR]

——— limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H719 [13JA]

——— rescind Executive actions suspending issuance of visas to nationals of certain countries, prohibit religious discrimination, and limit Presidential authority to suspend or restrict entry of class of aliens (see H.R. 924), H2473 [5MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H719 [13JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building, Westhampton Beach, NY: designate (see H.R. 5588), H2474 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H895 [14JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2474 [5MR]

Mental health: provide limited licensing reciprocity for college mental health providers to furnish mental health services through telehealth technology to students of institutions of higher education (see H.R. 5357), H2531 [16MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2474 [5MR]

Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5643), H2474 [5MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H2229 [17FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2188 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H2474 [5MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2474 [5MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2330 [25FE]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2474 [5MR]

Taxation: increase limitation of exclusion for dependent care assistance programs (see H.R. 5558), H1950 [2FE]

——— repeal inclusion of Social Security benefits in gross income (see H.R. 2909), H2628 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2474 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2474 [5MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Elections: prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

SBA: extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Elections: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H12 [6JA]

SBA: extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 7217), H1351 [22JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H111 [7JA], H2491 [16MR]

Remarks

Ardsley, NY: tribute to environment groups, H723 [14JA]

Black History Month: observance, H2207 [12FE]

Bronx, NY: tribute to Black History Month Living Legends Luncheon, H2207 [12FE]

——— tribute to Co-op City (housing development) residents for serving on Bronx Community Board 10, H1982 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5 [6JA]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Committee on Agriculture (House): tribute to staff, H2426 [5MR]

Danny Fund, Inc.: tribute, H604 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

Diseases and disorders: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

Dobbs Ferry, NY: tribute to Senior Citizen Program, H1982 [4FE]

Elections: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

Greenville, NY: tribute to Greenburgh Nature Center, H2426 [5MR]

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY: tribute to Hastings Farmers Market, H2558 [18MR]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2501, H2503 [16MR]

Mamaroneck, NY: tribute to Emelin Theatre, H2377 [4MR]

Mamroneck, NY: tribute to Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade, H2426 [5MR]

Mount Vernon, NY: tribute to Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce, H2378 [4MR]

Mt. Vernon, NY: anniversary of Macedonia Baptist Church, H2558 [18MR]

——— tribute to Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church, H2679 [25MR]

MyHometownBronxville.com (Internet site): tribute, H2538 [17MR]

MyRye.com (Internet site): anniversary, H723 [14JA]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H142 [8JA]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

New Rochelle, NY: anniversary of Young Israel of Scarsdale, H2667 [24MR]

——— tribute to New Rochelle YMCA, H2608 [19MR]

New Rochelle Bar Association: tribute to Lawyers in the Classroom program, H2377 [4MR]

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

New York (NY) Co-op City Times: tribute, H112 [7JA]

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Knights of Columbus (organization) Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

Port Chester Historical Society: tribute, H142 [8JA]

Rotary International: tribute to efforts to eradicate polio, H1129 [21JA]

Rye (NY) Record: tribute, H2586 [18MR]

Scarsdale Forum Inc.: tribute, H1129 [21JA]

Scarsdale10583 (Internet site): anniversary, H1981 [4FE]

Scouting America (organization): tribute to Port Chester, NY, Scout Troop 400 and Scout Troop 420, H911 [15JA]

Shoreline Publishing, Inc.: tribute, H108 [7JA]

SSA: improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Trump, President: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

——— condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1992 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H1939 [2FE]

Votes: position on missed, E240• [19MR]

White Plains, NY: anniversary of Westchester Jewish Council, H150 [8JA]

——— tribute, H2100 [10FE]

Woman’s Club of Larchmont, Inc.: anniversary, H2117 [10FE]

Yonkers, NY: tribute St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church parish day celebration, H2535 [17MR]

——— tribute to Rotary Club of Yonkers-East Yonkers, H2172 [11FE]

Tributes

Bohren, Deborah Loeb, H2705 [25MR]

Cunningham, John, H648 [12JA]

Edwers, C. Nathan, H108 [7JA]

Frankel, Bruce, H2491 [16MR]

Friel, Kathleen, H2534 [17MR]

Gibson, Vanessa, H2535 [17MR]

Goldstein, Pam, H150 [8JA]

Hicks, Ronald, H2426 [5MR]

LaCrown, Toba, H723 [14JA]

Mullen, Chance, H2680 [25MR]

Nelson, Tajian, H2100 [10FE]

Ottinger, Richard L., H2451 [5MR]

Reiter, Barry and Barbara, H2377 [4MR]

Riley, Kevin, H2207 [12FE]

Sanders, Horace, Jr., and Katrina, H108 [7JA]

Sears, Jay, H723 [14JA]

Selin, M. Christina, H941 [20JA]

Seltzer, Stu, H150 [8JA]

Spano, Mike, H2084 [9FE]

Thompson, Derrick, H2100 [10FE]

LATIN AMERICA

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: subscribe to additional shares of capital stock of Inter-American Investment Corp., H739 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

Reports filed

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

LATIN BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Tribute, E216 [16MR]

LATINO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF PUEBLO, INC.

Remarks in House

Dinner Dance Awards: tribute to recipients, E146 [20FE]

LATTA, ROBERT E. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit chemical abortions performed without presence of health care provider (see H.R. 729), H2711 [25MR]

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

——— make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2485 [12MR]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H2297 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1976 [3FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2677 [24MR]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (H.R. 7970), H2597 [18MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (H.R. 7390), H2041 [5FE]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (H.R. 7257), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H595, H596, H603 [9JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301, H2305 [25FE]

Tributes

Zahn, Isabella, E209• [12MR]

LATURNO, KATRINA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E237 [19MR]

LATVIA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL

Proclamations

Tribute to Karlene Maxwell-Williams: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E234 [18MR]

LAURENS, IA

Remarks in Senate

Heart N’ Home (business): tribute, S644 [24FE]

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Civil rights: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (see H.R. 7572), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Courts: give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S256 [15JA]

——— permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

——— eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (see H.R. 7364), H2030 [4FE]

——— ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

——— establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

——— establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

——— implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2469 [5MR]

——— increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

——— prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

DEA: permanently schedule 2-benzylbenzimidazole opioids (known as nitazenes) as Schedule 1 controlled substances (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7123), H920 [15JA]

——— authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve accountability and training for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7785), H2419 [4MR]

——— improve hiring and training processes at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3996), S802 [4MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide for reorganization and realignment of Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach Office (see H.R. 7574), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

——— reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

——— require Office of Detention Oversight to conduct audits of detention facilities and restrict detention of aliens at such facilities until after any deficiencies have been properly remediated (see S. 3932), S706 [26FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (see H.R. 7708), H2328 [25FE]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE] (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

——— authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

——— authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish grant program to assist with medical expenses of qualified Federal working and service dogs (see H.R. 7904), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7310), H1948 [2FE]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

——— provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

——— provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit downgrading of law enforcement positions (see H.R. 8010), H2621 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

——— prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (see H.R. 8005), H2620 [19MR]

Elections: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

——— prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

FAA: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

——— limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FBI: develop and implement government-wide strategy to counter scams (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

——— make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Firearms: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

——— issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— limit removal from U.S. of certain recipients of temporary protected status who are essential workers (see H.R. 7899), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

——— require enforcement reforms (see H.R. 7870), H2476 [9MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Information technology: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

——— hold accountable in courts (see S. 3804), S533 [9FE]

——— prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

——— provide that Federal law enforcement officers may only use deadly force when necessary to prevent imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury (see H.R. 7439), H2095 [9FE]

Legislative branch of the Government: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

Medicare: increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

New York (State): nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (see H.R. 7065), H892 [14JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Taxation: exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

——— include Federal defender as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Puerto Rico Puerto Nuevo Precinct 282 law enforcement officers, E123 [10FE]

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks in House

California: parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

Cephus, Joe: Evans County, GA, Sheriff’s Office Support Officer of the Year Award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Courts: limit authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief (H.R. 1526), H712 [13JA]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H1336 [22JA], H1953 [3FE], H2017–H2021 [4FE]

——— attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2190, H2206 [12FE]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

——— making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H942 [20JA], H1191, H1312–H1317, H1338 [22JA], H1938, H1940 [2FE], H1953–H1958, H1962–H1966, H1968, H1969 [3FE], H1990, H2017, H2019, H2020 [4FE], H2104 [10FE], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2381–H2388 [4MR], H2444–H2448, H2453 [5MR], H2691, H2692 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

——— submit annual report to Congress on gang activity, reporting, investigation, and prosecution (H.R. 6748), H228 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA]

Jacinto County, TX: tribute to Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Kentucky: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

——— provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, H593 [9JA]

National objectives: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

National security: recognize threat that spread of radical Islamist ideology poses to U.S., H605 [9JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, H1939 [2FE]

——— impeachment, H1940 [2FE], H1970 [3FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE], H2214 [12FE]

North Carolina: public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

Pasco County, FL: tribute to Pasco County Misdemeanor Probation Unit, E176 [3MR]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Polk County, TX: tribute to Polk County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Puerto Rico Police Bureau, E123 [10FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H711–H713 [13JA]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

South Carolina: tribute to National Guard, H705 [13JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H729 [14JA], H912 [15JA], H1133 [21JA], H2344 [3MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H649 [12JA], H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183, H1337, H1338, H1346 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

Walker County, TX: tribute to Walker County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S25, S32, S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S1020 [12MR], S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

——— rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S908 [9MR], S980–S992 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1029, S1031–S1033 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S281 [27JA], S302–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S358–S361, S365, S369, S373 [29JA], S401, S402, S411 [30JA], S432–S434 [2FE], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S519–S521, S523, S529 [9FE], S539–S542, S546 [10FE], S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S597, S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S721 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S908 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S971, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1025–S1033, S1036 [12MR], S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1179, S1181 [18MR], S1318, S1319, S1323, S1326–S1329 [19MR], S1422–S1427, S1430, S1431 [20MR], S1472–S1474, S1482–S1484 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590–S1594, S1606 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

——— investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

FBI: operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Immigration: authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children, S977–S979 [11MR]

——— authorize cancellation of removal and adjustment of status of certain aliens who are long-term U.S. residents and who entered U.S. as children (S. 3348), S635 [24FE]

——— clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (S. 3179), S104 [8JA]

——— importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

——— subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (S. 3606), S72 [7JA], S203 [14JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Jews: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S95 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S230 [15JA]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

New Orleans, LA: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405–S407, S409 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190–S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (S. Res. 581), S473 [3FE]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S189, S198 [14JA], S304–S306, S315–S334 [28JA], S449, S453–S455 [3FE], S498–S500 [5FE], S1533 [23MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H. Res. 1128, support Dept. of Homeland Security, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

H.R. 4307, Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, H2363 [3MR]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

S. 3960, Smarter Pretrial Detention for Drug Charges Act, S735 [2MR]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. Res. 580, direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location, S56 [6JA], S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 581, tribute to Matthew T. (Ty) Snook, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 586, National Stalking Awareness Month, S293 [27JA]

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Appointments

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

——— establish reserve fund for Capitol Police (see H.R. 7369), H2030 [4FE]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Civil liberties: ensure Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures are protected during immigration enforcement actions (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

Civil rights: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (see H.R. 7572), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Courts: permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

——— hold accountable in courts (see S. 3804), S533 [9FE]

——— increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

——— revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (see H.R. 7290), H1921 [30JA]

Death and dying: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see S. 3897), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7718), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7123), H920 [15JA]

——— authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve accountability and training for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7785), H2419 [4MR]

——— improve hiring and training processes at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3996), S802 [4MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— reform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to ensure oversight, accountability, institutional integrity, and full respect for constitutional law (see H. Res. 1030), H1949 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish protocols for investigation of uses of deadly force by Federal law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7310), H1948 [2FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit downgrading of law enforcement positions (see H.R. 8010), H2621 [19MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Elections: prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Firearms: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— require enforcement reforms (see H.R. 7870), H2476 [9MR]

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Safety: provide that Federal law enforcement officers may only use deadly force when necessary to prevent imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury (see H.R. 7439), H2095 [9FE]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Taxation: exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

Technology: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Lists

Puerto Rico Puerto Nuevo Precinct 282 law enforcement officers, E123 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

Cephus, Joe: Evans County, GA, Sheriff’s Office Support Officer of the Year Award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Crime: revise applicable standards relative to death resulting from deprivation of rights under color of law (H.R. 7290), H1989 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

——— make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H1336 [22JA], H1953 [3FE], H2017–H2021 [4FE]

——— attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (H.R. 7284), H1992 [4FE]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H942 [20JA], H1191, H1312–H1317, H1338 [22JA], H1938, H1940 [2FE], H1953–H1958, H1962–H1966, H1968, H1969 [3FE], H1990, H2017, H2019, H2020 [4FE], H2104 [10FE], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2381–H2388 [4MR], H2444–H2448, H2453 [5MR], H2691, H2692 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

Diseases and disorders: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Timothy O’Connor, Jr., H2547 [17MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

Immigration: provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600–H2606 [19MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Jacinto County, TX: tribute to Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722 [14JA], H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, H593 [9JA]

Pasco County, FL: tribute to Pasco County Misdemeanor Probation Unit, E176 [3MR]

Polk County, TX: tribute to Polk County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Puerto Rico Police Bureau, E123 [10FE]

Technology: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337, H1338 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE]

Walker County, TX: tribute to Walker County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S25, S32, S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S981, S982, S987, S989–S991 [11MR], S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1326 [19MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S908 [9MR], S980–S992 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1029, S1031–S1033 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S281 [27JA], S302–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S358–S361, S365, S369, S373 [29JA], S401, S402, S411 [30JA], S432–S434 [2FE], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S519–S521, S523, S529 [9FE], S539–S542, S546 [10FE], S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S597, S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S721 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S908 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S971, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1018, S1019, S1025–S1033, S1036 [12MR], S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1179, S1181 [18MR], S1318, S1319, S1323, S1326–S1329 [19MR], S1422–S1427, S1430, S1431 [20MR], S1472–S1474, S1482–S1484 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590–S1594, S1606 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

Diseases and disorders: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

Heimann, Scott: tribute (S. Res. 425), S1465 [21MR]

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S95 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S230 [15JA]

New Orleans, LA: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

Simoncic, Hunter: tribute (S. Res. 372), S1465 [21MR]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty): tribute (S. Res. 581), S473 [3FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S198 [14JA], S304–S306 [28JA], S449, S453–S455 [3FE], S498–S500 [5FE]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Nomination of Brian Barber To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Daniel Satterlee To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of David St. Pierre To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Priscilla Lopez To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1367 [19MR]

Nomination of Robert Rotter To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Steven Lewis To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H. Res. 1128, support Dept. of Homeland Security, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

H.R. 4638, Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act, H2600 [19MR]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 580, direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location, S56 [6JA], S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 581, tribute to Matthew T. (Ty) Snook, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

S. Res. 630, honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

LAW-ENFORCEMENT INNOVATE TO DE-ESCALATE ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 2189): consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 2189): consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 2189): CBO, H2196 [12FE]

Letters

Provisions, H2199 [12FE]

——— Elizabeth Murphy, Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund, H2195 [12FE]

——— Representative Hageman, H2198 [12FE]

——— several organizations, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

——— several Representatives, H2198 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2189), H2190–H2204 [12FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197–H2199 [12FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 2189, provisions, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 2189, provisions, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 2189, provisions, H2190 [12FE]

LAWLER, MICHAEL (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (see H.R. 4755), H253 [8JA]

Anti-Communism Week: designate (see H.R. 6540), H136 [7JA]

Appropriations: provide for period of continuing appropriations in event of lapse in appropriations and establish procedures and consequences for failure to complete regular appropriations process (see H.R. 5870), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

Caribbean nations: authorize appropriations for Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, enhance U.S.-Caribbean security partnership, and prioritize disaster resilience (see H.R. 4368), H949 [20JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Corps of Engineers: implement program for testing and implementation of stabilization and erosion control technology to prevent coastal erosion (see H.R. 5735), H1916 [27JA]

——— take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2598 [18MR]

——— enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters (see H.R. 1380), H719 [13JA]

——— establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H949 [20JA]

——— submit annual report on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of China (see H.R. 6275), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— reestablish office relating to fusion (see H.R. 6709), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2188 [11FE]

——— carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H136 [7JA]

——— extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H895 [14JA]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H136 [7JA]

——— reauthorize certain nursing workforce development programs (see H.R. 3593), H719 [13JA]

——— reauthorize grant programs and other initiatives to promote expanded screening of newborns and children for genetic diseases and disorders (see H.R. 4709), H1173 [21JA]

——— reauthorize public health and bio-preparedness workforce loan repayment program (see H.R. 4445), H2033 [4FE]

——— require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1923 [30JA]

——— establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2229 [17FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: clarify that whistleblower protections apply to appropriated contracts (see H.R. 4646), H656 [12JA]

——— establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1949 [2FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Law Enforcement Education Grant program to encourage students to pursue careers in law enforcement (see H.R. 3436), H253 [8JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

——— reauthorize grants to expand support for law enforcement officers and families (see H.R. 5282), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of State: authorize recruitment and retention of specialized disaster assistance professionals (see H.R. 7642), H2371 [3MR]

——— conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H949 [20JA]

——— designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2371 [3MR]

——— develop strategy on efforts to strengthen subnational cooperation between U.S. and Mexico to combat trafficking of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids (see H.R. 4532), H949 [20JA]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2336 [2MR]

——— develop strategy to strengthen U.S.-European nuclear energy cooperation and combat Russian malign influence in nuclear energy sector in Europe (see H.R. 2504), H2370 [3MR]

——— encourage diplomatic advocacy efforts on behalf of Americans unjustly detained in China (see H.R. 5491), H1352 [22JA]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H949 [20JA]

——— establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2474 [5MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2259 [23FE]

——— increase collaboration between Office of Opinion Research of Bureau of Intelligence and Research and Bureau of Global Public Affairs (see H.R. 7036), H949 [20JA]

——— report on current capacity and ability of U.S. Mission in Australia (see H.R. 6123), H253 [8JA]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H1923 [30JA]

——— submit notification to Congress prior to obligating funds for certain art-related purchases (see H.R. 7028), H949 [20JA]

——— submit report on participation in U.S. educational and cultural exchange programs compared to similar Chinese programs (see H.R. 6428), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2551 [17MR]

——— require Comptroller of the Currency and FDIC to carry out study on shelf charters and modified bidder qualification processes (see H.R. 6555), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2485 [12MR]

——— establish creditworthiness standards for residential and mix-use development projects to be eligible for certain funding to finance construction of affordable housing (see H.R. 6228), H1950 [2FE]

——— include affordable housing incentives in certain capital investment grants (see H.R. 4576), H1950 [2FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see H.R. 2623), H13 [6JA]

——— eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H1923 [30JA]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2623 [19MR]

FDIC: provide exception to least-cost resolution requirement (see H.R. 6547), H656 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

——— require inspector general of each Federal prudential regulator to carry out review every 3 years of regulator’s handling of insured depository institution merger applications (see H.R. 6546), H616 [9JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H1950 [2FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Foreign aid: authorize and encourage U.S. to pursue model of locally-led development and humanitarian response and expand engagement with local actors and increase its local partner base (see H.R. 6196), H2370 [3MR]

——— require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2371 [3MR]

Foreign policy: increase cooperation with countries in Eastern Mediterranean region to strengthen energy security and defense capabilities (see H.R. 3307), H949 [20JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2370 [3MR]

FRS: conduct study on partnerships between fintechs and banking organizations (see H.R. 6552), H616 [9JA]

——— require annual reports on national bank and Federal savings association charter applications, and State depository institution charter applications (see H.R. 6551), H616 [9JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see H.R. 306), H1976 [3FE]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2531 [16MR]

GAO: study commitments and conditions relative to insured depository institution merger applications by Federal depository institution regulatory agencies to ensure they align with statutory requirements (see H.R. 6570), H616 [9JA]

Health: protect access to genetically targeted technologies (see H.R. 1672), H719 [13JA]

Health care professionals: address behavioral health workforce shortages through support for peer support specialists (see H.R. 2741), H253 [8JA]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see H.R. 3497), H253 [8JA]

Housing: allow for housing assistance to certain individuals enrolled as students at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6753), H1977 [3FE]

Immigration: authorize lawful permanent resident status for certain college graduates who entered U.S. as children (see H.R. 5528), H2097 [9FE]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: anniversary (see H. Res. 920), H136 [7JA]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H253 [8JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H719 [13JA]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2188 [11FE]

Jews: condemn antisemitism in all forms, including proliferation and amplification of antisemitic content on artificial intelligence (AI) platforms (see H. Res. 963), H136 [7JA]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H895 [14JA]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (see H.R. 4317), H656 [12JA]

——— ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H719 [13JA]

——— ensure availability of appropriate collection types for quality reporting under Medicare Shared Savings Program (see H.R. 5347), H656 [12JA]

——— ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H1977 [3FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide coverage of external infusion pumps and non-self-administrable home infusion drugs (see H.R. 4993), H656 [12JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H719 [13JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H253 [8JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H2677 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2330 [25FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

NIST: develop best practices and technical guidance on artificial intelligence (AI) model documentation (see H.R. 6461), H2229 [17FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H2229 [17FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2531 [16MR]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H13 [6JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H1916 [27JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

——— study impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and data center site growth on energy supply resources in U.S. (see H.R. 5227), H1950 [2FE]

Real estate: provide additional requirements for purchase and sale of conventional mortgages by enterprises (see H.R. 3206), H2598 [18MR]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

SEC: except quotations of fixed-income securities from certain regulatory requirements (see H.R. 3959), H616 [9JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: authorize use of certain grants for health care providers to purchase lethal-means safety supplies for children at risk of suicide or overdose (see H.R. 6396), H2259 [23FE]

Taiwan: promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2259 [23FE]

——— classify certain automatic fire sprinkler system retrofits as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 173), H2473 [5MR]

——— establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H717 [13JA]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2188 [11FE]

——— maintain prohibition on allowing any deduction or credit associated with trade or business involved in trafficking marijuana (see H.R. 1447), H2097 [9FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2370 [3MR]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see H.R. 1744), H2259 [23FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Ukraine: express that Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933 (Holodomor) should serve as reminder of repressive Soviet policies against people of Ukraine (see H. Res. 915), H136 [7JA]

Women: encourage donation of menstrual products to nonprofit organizations for distribution (see H.R. 6212), H13 [6JA]

——— improve obstetric emergency care (see H.R. 1254), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (see H.R. 7701), H2327 [25FE]

——— require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

——— require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of State: consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (see H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (see H.R. 7641), H2257 [23FE]

Dept. of Transportation: issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

FDA: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

——— identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (see H.R. 7596), H2228 [17FE]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (see H.R. 7218), H1349 [22JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (H.R. 7796), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (H.R. 7367), H2032 [4FE]

——— establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (H.R. 7911), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (H.R. 7503), H2187 [11FE]

——— reduce rent in public housing for police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (H.R. 7701), H2329 [25FE]

——— require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (H.R. 7108), H921 [15JA]

——— require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (H.R. 7107), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (H.R. 7700), H2329 [25FE]

Dept. of State: consolidate reports required to be submitted by Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (H.R. 7654), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide for pilot program to require congressional notification of additional information for certain foreign assistance programs (H.R. 7641), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of Transportation: issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (H.R. 8012), H2622 [19MR]

FDA: establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (H.R. 7291), H1922 [30JA]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

——— identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (H.R. 7596), H2228 [17FE]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (H.R. 7504), H2187 [11FE]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (H.R. 7961), H2551 [17MR]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (H.R. 7218), H1351 [22JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (H.R. 7622), H2235 [20FE]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (H.R. 7292), H1922 [30JA]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (H.R. 7219), H1351 [22JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (H.R. 7018), H656 [12JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2405 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H124 [7JA]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621, H622, H623 [12JA]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H644 [12JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Sorffly Davius, H2666 [24MR]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2502 [16MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H124 [7JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2405 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, H940• [20JA]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Helen Hayes Hospital, H941 [20JA]

——— anniversary of S.W. Johnson Fire Dept., H725 [14JA]

——— anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

Tributes

Adamo, Anthony, H141 [8JA]

Conklin, Lenard, H1158 [21JA]

DeFeciani, Anthony, H725 [14JA]

Dolan, Timothy N., H1982 [4FE]

Esposito, John (Spo), H141 [8JA]

Gorman, Sheridan, H2706 [25MR]

Grosbeck, Pieter, H141 [8JA]

Hyman, Daniel, H1982 [4FE]

Jenkins, Oliver, H1336 [22JA]

Magnatta, Alfred, H1982 [4FE]

Monaghan, Jim, H141 [8JA]

Schlaff, Robi, H1982 [4FE]

Schultz, Theodore, H725 [14JA]

So, Layla E., H141 [8JA]

Soule, Nate, H725 [14JA]

Troy, Denis, H2205 [12FE]

LAWRENCE, PRESTON

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

LAWYERS AND ATTORNEYS

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Civil rights: provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

Government: prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see S. 3874), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7575), H2224 [13FE]

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts: Federal Defender Services program funding, H908 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

New Rochelle Bar Association: tribute to Lawyers in the Classroom program, H2377 [4MR]

Vakos, Alexandra: Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys Distinguished Assistant of the Year award recipient, H910 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Andrew Benson To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Brian D. Miller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Darin Smith To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Gregory Gilmore To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S705 [26FE]

Nomination of James Bishop To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Kevin Holmes To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Melissa Holyoak To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Phillip Williams, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Richard Price To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Ryan Raybould To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of Thomas Govan, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of William Boyle To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Zachary Keller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

LayFAYETTE, BERNARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2554 [18MR]

LE MARS, IA

Remarks in Senate

Lily Zita (business): tribute, S550 [10FE]

Mescher’s Clothing (business): tribute, S550 [10FE]

Sugar N Spice (business): tribute, S550 [10FE]

LEA, BRIAN C.

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S483, S486 [4FE], S497, S503 [5FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

LEACH, MIKE

Bills and resolutions

NCAA: support proposal by Mike Leach to reform structure and governance of Football Bowl Subdivision postseason to protect opportunity, sustainability, and fair competition in major college football (see H. Res. 1011), H948 [20JA]

LEAPFROG GROUP (organization)

Remarks in House

Warrenton, VA: Fauquier Hospital recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

LEARNING RESOURCES INC.

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

LEAST COST EXCEPTION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6547) (H. Rept. 119–474), H1948 [2FE]

LEBANON, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Elections: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Immigration: terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Remarks in House

Middle East: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

LeCROY, DEBBIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E158 [24FE]

LEE, BILL (Governor of Tennessee)

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S482 [4FE]

LEE, CHRISTINE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1979 [4FE]

LEE, GLEN

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2005 [4FE]

LEE, KENDRIA

Remarks in House

Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum: Emerging Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

LEE, LAUREL M. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Courts: prohibit civil actions against manufacturer or seller of stone slab product for harm resulting from alteration of such product by fabricator (see H.R. 5437), H1950 [2FE]

DEA: schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2628 [20MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Justice: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H1950 [2FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H136 [7JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1923 [30JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1916 [27JA]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H136 [7JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H615 [9JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (H.R. 7140), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (H.R. 7258), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (H.R. 6998), H616 [9JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (H.R. 7834), H2473 [5MR]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (H.J. Res. 152), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497, H2499 [16MR]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H633 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H632 [12JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628, H629, H630 [12JA]

LEE, MIKE (a Senator from Utah)

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S354 [28JA], S386, S392 [29JA], S413, S414 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Courts: give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S256 [15JA]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE]

Crime: improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S733 [2MR]

——— improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 275), S915 [9MR]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S708 [26FE]

EPA: clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S803 [4MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S917 [9MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see S. 3023), S116 [8JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Labor: clarify classification of service provider payees as employees or independent contractors (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Transportation: limit spending from Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA]

Firearms: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

OMB: establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR]

U.S. African Development Foundation: terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA]

Cloture motions

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Remarks

Congress: oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S1631 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1509 [22MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1149, S1156 [17MR], S1195–S1202 [18MR], S1338, S1342, S1349, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1432, S1433, S1437 [20MR], S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1509–S1512 [22MR], S1638–S1644 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S413, S414 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S370 [29JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: funding, S414 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1149, S1156 [17MR], S1195–S1202 [18MR], S1338, S1342, S1349, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1432, S1433, S1437 [20MR], S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1509–S1512 [22MR], S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1349, S1415 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Tribute, S1003 [11MR]

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Nomination of David LaCerte to FERC: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Kyle Haustveit To Be Under Sec. of Energy for Fossil Energy: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Stevan Pearce To Be BLM Director: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

Tributes

Lee, Rex E., S1000–S1003 [11MR]

LEE, REX E.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1000–S1003 [11MR]

LEE, ROBERT E.

Bills and resolutions

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

LEE, SUMMER L. (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Bhutan: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

BLM: designate certain portions of Colorado Plateau red rock canyons and Basin and Range Deserts in Utah as wilderness (see H.R. 2467), H2259 [23FE]

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

——— ensure availability of opioid antagonists at Federal correctional facilities (see H.R. 6789), H657 [12JA]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H2474 [5MR]

Congo, Democratic Republic of the: condemn all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities (see H. Res. 1025), H1921 [30JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H136 [7JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Credit: prohibit inclusion of medical debt on consumer report (see H.R. 4827), H2422 [4MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2336 [2MR]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— restrict from arresting or detaining individuals in connection with appearances before immigration courts of Executive Office for Immigration Review (see H.R. 6521), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— permanently prohibit offshore drilling on Outer Continental Shelf in Atlantic Ocean and Straits of Florida (see H.R. 2881), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2259 [23FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: regulate wastes associated with exploration, development, or production of crude oil, natural gas, or geothermal energy (see H.R. 6080), H1923 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2229 [17FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2298 [24FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H1923 [30JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: protect patient access to ground ambulance services furnished under part B (see H.R. 2232), H925 [16JA]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

Music and dance: establish Artist Compensation Royalty Fund (see H.R. 5664), H13 [6JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2236 [20FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H616 [9JA]

United Arab Emirates: prohibit sales and issuance of licenses for export of certain defense articles (see H.R. 2059), H2235 [20FE]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2259 [23FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (H.R. 7110), H921 [15JA]

——— require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (H.R. 7220), H1351 [22JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (H.R. 7623), H2235 [20FE]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

Remarks

Dept. of HHS: promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H683 [13JA]

LEE, SUSIE (a Representative from Nevada)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (see H.R. 5747), H2033 [4FE]

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

Bureau of Prisons: issue identification documents to prisoners being released from Federal custody (see H.R. 5152), H2259 [23FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2259 [23FE]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Commerce: submit annual report on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of China (see H.R. 6275), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2473 [5MR]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow use of certain grants for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see H.R. 6908), H657 [12JA]

——— make grants to States, local government, and Tribal governments for creation and operation of veterans response teams within law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 3312), H2259 [23FE]

——— reauthorize grants to expand support for law enforcement officers and families (see H.R. 5282), H2297 [24FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: co-locate renewable energy projects on certain existing Federal leased areas (see H.R. 5639), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Diseases and disorders: amend laws relative to preventing end-stage kidney disease (see H.R. 1518), H2333 [26FE]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see H.R. 5880), H2259 [23FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H657 [12JA]

EPA: reauthorize pilot program for alternative water source projects (see H.R. 6075), H2225 [13FE]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

FTC: report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see H.R. 6259), H2259 [23FE]

Hazardous substances: prohibit procurement of certain items containing perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) or perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and prioritize procurement of products without per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) (see H.R. 3110), H2225 [13FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2551 [17MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2623 [19MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H2474 [5MR]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2422 [4MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

NSF: establish National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (see H.R. 2385), H2421 [4MR]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H2484 [12MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: modify role and duties of U.S. Postal Service police officers (see H.R. 2095), H2677 [24MR]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2097 [9FE]

SSA: establish trust fund to provide for paid family and medical leave benefits for certain individuals (see H.R. 5390), H2422 [4MR]

Supreme Court: promulgate code of ethics for Justices (see H.R. 3513), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2421 [4MR]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H2188 [11FE]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H895 [14JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (H.R. 6981), H252 [8JA]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (H.R. 7109), H921 [15JA]

Remarks

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

Votes: correction, H604 [9JA]

——— position on missed, H1960• [3FE]

Tributes

Honnold, Alex, H1969 [3FE]

LEE, TYSON

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act, H2646 [24MR]

LEEDS, ME

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S642 [24FE]

LEEPER, JOE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2238 [23FE]

LEGAL SERVICES CORP.

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

LEGER FERNANDEZ, TERESA (a Representative from New Mexico)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, Matt Loffman, PBS News (news service), H674 [13JA]

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, Carol Leonnig, MS NOW (news service), H2386 [4MR]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, Matt Loffman, PBS News (news service), H2387 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2598 [18MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New Mexico: transfer certain Federal land into trust for certain Indian Pueblos (see H.R. 6162), H2422 [4MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2371 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see H.R. 7467), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (H.R. 7467), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (H.R. 6966), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (H.R. 7019), H656 [12JA]

Motions

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, E146• [20FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1135 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2383, H2385, H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2382, H2383, H2385, H2386, H2388 [4MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1958 [3FE], H2382, H2383, H2385, H2388 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1999, H2000, H2001 [4FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H672 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999, H2000, H2001 [4FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1135 [21JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H672 [13JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H673 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration, H671 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H674, H675 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2382, H2386 [4MR]

Tributes

Gomez, Cora Vigil, H2380 [4MR]

Mondragon, Roberto, H670 [13JA]

LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OF THE GOVERNMENT related term(s) Congress; House of Representatives; Senate

Bills and resolutions

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

——— remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

Crime: establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Immigration: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

Senate: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

LEHIGH UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Cahill, Kevin: NCAA Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

LEIN, TERRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E159 [24FE]

LEMON, DON

Remarks in Senate

Freedom of the press: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

LEONARD, KARL

Remarks in House

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143 [20FE]

LEONE, JOEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2607 [19MR]

LEONNIG, CAROL

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

LeRETTE, BRIAN AND DAWN

Remarks in Senate

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

LeRETTE FUNERAL CHAPEL INC.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S288 [27JA]

LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, AND INTERSEX +

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Detransition Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 643), S1056 [16MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

National parks and recreation areas: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Philadelphia (PA) Gay News: anniversary, E171 [2MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Texts of

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 643, Detransition Awareness Day, S1057 [16MR]

LETLOW, JULIA (a Representative from Louisiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit Federal funding to entities that do not certify they will not perform, or provide funding to any other entity that performs, abortions (see H.R. 272), H2119 [10FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2422 [4MR]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H656 [12JA]

——— prohibit use or declaration of public health emergency with respect to abortion (see H.R. 1525), H2330 [25FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirement to test drivers of commercial motor vehicles for English proficiency (see H.R. 3608), H2370 [3MR]

——— amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reimburse State homes for cost of, or furnish to State homes, certain costly medications provided to veterans who receive nursing home care in such State homes (see H.R. 1970), H1916 [27JA]

Diseases and disorders: nullify certain Executive orders relative to coronavirus vaccine mandates and prohibit Dept. of Labor from issuing rule mandating coronavirus vaccination (see H.R. 79), H2370 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2622 [19MR]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2422 [4MR]

Medicare: prohibit approved medical residency training programs from requiring opt-out abortion training (see H.R. 6219), H2221 [12FE]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to limit terms (see H.J. Res. 12), H2188 [11FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc.: provide for moratorium on Federal funding relative to provision of abortion services and increase funding for other women’s health care service providers (see H.R. 271), H2119 [10FE]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2371 [3MR]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: redefine eastern and middle judicial districts of Louisiana (see H.R. 7835), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: redefine eastern and middle judicial districts of Louisiana (H.R. 7835), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (H.R. 7579), H2225 [13FE]

LEVERAGING INVESTMENT IN MASS BUILDING AND EMPLOYMENT WITH RENEWABLE (LIMBER) TIMBER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

LEVERETT, JOE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1203 [18MR]

LEVIN, MIKE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corporations: constitutional amendment to exclude from rights given to natural persons and affirm power of Congress and States to regulate political contributions and expenditures (see H.J. Res. 54), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: ensure striking workers and their households do not become ineligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 2357), H894 [14JA]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H949 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2334 [26FE]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2531 [16MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit employment discrimination against whistleblowers reporting artificial intelligence (AI) security vulnerabilities or AI violations (see H.R. 3460), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of State: ensure that commodities procured for purpose of foreign assistance are made available to intended beneficiaries before such commodities expire (see H.R. 4516), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H2297 [24FE]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H253 [8JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians (see H. Res. 776), H2474 [5MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H894 [14JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2677 [24MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2422 [4MR]

Hinduism: recognize holiday of Diwali (see H. Res. 824), H2485 [12MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Kay Hagan Tick Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4348), H2188 [11FE]

Law enforcement officers: establish grant pilot program to provide child care for children of officers to accommodate shift work and nontraditional work hours and enhance recruitment and retention of such officers (see H.R. 3304), H2330 [25FE]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H136 [7JA]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H13 [6JA]

NOAA: ensure uninterrupted storage of data sets (see H.R. 6184), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see H. Res. 100), H2474 [5MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

SSA: establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2531 [16MR]

——— impose excise tax on failure of certain hedge funds owning excess single-family residences to dispose of such residences (see H.R. 1745), H2297 [24FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CFTC: prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CFTC: prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (H.R. 7942), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (H.R. 7259), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (H.R. 7398), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (H.R. 7879), H2477 [9MR]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (H.R. 7543), H2220 [12FE]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (H.R. 7066), H894 [14JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (H.R. 7038), H718 [13JA]

Remarks

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314, H2316, H2318 [25FE]

Tributes

Coker, Jason and Jenell, E118• [9FE]

Resnick, John, E116• [9FE]

Vernon, Mel, E113• [9FE]

LEVITO, ISABEAU

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1158 [21JA]

LEVITT, JACOB

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

LEW, LESLIE

Remarks in House

Napa County, CA: Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

LEWIS, DEANNA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2452 [5MR]

LEWIS, ELLEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2560 [18MR]

LEWIS, JACOB

Remarks in House

Boy Scouts: Eagle Scout Award recipient, E95 [3FE]

LEWIS, JAMES A., IV

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2554 [18MR]

LEWIS, STEVEN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

LEWIS & CLARK REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM EXPANSION FEASIBILITY STUDY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA]

Texts of

S. 3725, provisions, S379 [29JA]

LEWIS AND CLARK RURAL WATER SYSTEM, INC.

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Texts of

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

LEWISTON, ID

Remarks in Senate

Noble-T Arbor, LLC: tribute, S703 [26FE]

LEWISTON, PA

Remarks in House

Conner-Miller, Rebecca: Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

LGBTQI+ see Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex +

LI, LILY

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

LIBRARIES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Remarks in House

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

LIBRARY OF CONGRESS related term(s) Congressional Research Service

Appointments

American Folklife Center Board of Trustees, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

American Folklife Center: establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: install adult changing room in Library of Congress and Capitol Visitor Center (see H.R. 7614), H2233 [20FE]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Veterans History Project: tribute to participants, S1311 [19MR]

LICCARDO, SAM T. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Alien Enemies Act: repeal (see H.R. 630), H2477 [9MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H1173 [21JA]

Corporations: constitutional amendment to exclude from rights given to natural persons and affirm power of Congress and States to regulate political contributions and expenditures (see H.J. Res. 54), H949 [20JA]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H925 [16JA]

——— establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H2370 [3MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2477 [9MR]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Labor: promulgate regulation allowing administrators of certain pension plans to voluntarily transfer unclaimed retirement distributions to State unclaimed property programs (see H.R. 5325), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H2551 [17MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1950 [2FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H657 [12JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H1950 [2FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H2484 [12MR]

OMB: issue guidance to agencies requiring special districts to be recognized as local government for purpose of Federal financial assistance determinations (see H.R. 2766), H2551 [17MR]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2236 [20FE]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2473 [5MR]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (H.R. 8013), H2622 [19MR]

Tributes

Del Buono, Barry, H698 [13JA], E35• [13JA]

Kenneth, Kelly, E232• [18MR]

Nihart, Mary Ann, H2013 [4FE], E66• [22JA]

Normandin, Louis O., II (Lon), H2425 [5MR], E181• [3MR]

LIEBENGOOD, HOWARD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1927 [2FE]

LIEU, TED (a Representative from California)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2712 [25MR]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see H. Res. 983), H252 [8JA]

——— certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H1950 [2FE]

——— enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish strategic partnership with Taiwan Ministry of National Defense to coordinate defense industrial priorities, expand defense technology cooperation, and deter regional adversaries (see H.R. 4860), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H13 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (see H.R. 2333), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Energy: coordinate technical assistance program to work with State and local governments, and private industry, to reduce methane emissions and protect public safety (see H.R. 752), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of HHS: authorize Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (see H.R. 4733), H1950 [2FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2531 [16MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2474 [5MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: improve implementation of seizure of Russian sovereign assets for benefit of Ukraine (see H.R. 5835), H616 [9JA]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H1916 [27JA]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— provide mortgage forbearance assistance during major disaster or emergency (see H.R. 2928), H921 [15JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— require employers to provide paid annual leave to employees (see H.R. 4763), H2188 [11FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1923 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2033 [4FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2032 [4FE]

Federal Rules of Evidence: limit admissibility of evidence of defendant’s creative or artistic expression against such defendant in criminal proceeding (see H.R. 4678), H2236 [20FE]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Health: prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2598 [18MR]

Immigration: authorize lawful permanent resident status for certain college graduates who entered U.S. as children (see H.R. 5528), H2259 [23FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2421 [4MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2033 [4FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H949 [20JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2229 [17FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2474 [5MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H2097 [9FE]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H1977 [3FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H656 [12JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: expand ability to expense certain qualified productions (see H.R. 4840), H135 [7JA]

——— increase limitation on qualified first-time homebuyers distributions (see H.R. 3526), H719 [13JA]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H949 [20JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2236 [20FE]

White House: apply certain National Historic Preservation Act requirements (see H.R. 6761), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

Courts: require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (H.R. 7111), H921 [15JA]

Courts: require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (H.R. 7738), H2333 [26FE]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (H.R. 7434), H2096 [9FE]

Tributes

Gehry, Frank O., E16• [8JA]

Rhee, Benjamin S., E26• [12JA]

Walker, Dan, E95• [3FE]

LIFE AT CONCEPTION ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

LILE, BRADLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E267 [25MR]

LILLY, KEVIN

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of the Interior for Fish, Wildlife and Parks, S616 [12FE]

LILYQUIST, RUSTY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E135 [12FE]

LIMA, OH

Remarks in House

Lima Noon Optimist Club: tribute to youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

LINCOLN, ABRAHAM (16th President of the United States)

Bills and resolutions relative to

Special days and holidays: change date designated for Washington’s Birthday and designate Lincoln’s Birthday as legal public holiday (see H.R. 7663), H2296 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Tribute, S587 [12FE]

LINCOLN, BLANCHE

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

LINDEMAN, BRENT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E229 [18MR]

LINDSEY FAMILY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1981 [4FE]

LINK, JACK

Remarks in House

Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame: inductee, H2263 [24FE]

LINK SNACKS, INC.

Remarks in House

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

LINSON, DOROTHY (MS. DOT)

Remarks in House

Congressional Medal of Honor Society: Citizen Honors Award for Service recipient, H2639 [24MR]

LIONS CLUBS

Remarks in House

Chicago, IL: tribute to Chicago Indo-US Lions Club, E3 [6JA]

LIPTON, LEE

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S1008 [11MR]

LITERATURE related term(s) Arts and Humanities

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

LITHUANIA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S878–S880 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Independence: anniversary, S559 [11FE]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

LITIGATION FUNDING TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

LITTLE, BAILEY

Remarks in House

American FFA Degree award: recipient, H2172 [11FE]

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL, INC.

Remarks in House

Fullerton, CA: anniversary of East Fullerton Little League, H2190 [12FE]

LITTLETON, CO

Remarks in House

Negomir, Kyle: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

LIU, ALYSA

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2455 [5MR]

LIVING DONOR PROTECTION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1552), S1009 [11MR]

LIVING LEGENDS OF AVIATION (organization)

Remarks in House

Burns, Mark: Living Legends of Aviation (organization) inductee, H2102 [10FE]

LIVINGSTON, ALYDIA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

LIVINGSTON, EVERLY

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

LIVINGSTON, PETER AND DONNA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

LOBBYING DISCLOSURE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

LOBBYISTS

Bills and resolutions

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Public utilities: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Political ethics: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

LOCAL DATA FOR BETTER CONSERVATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

LOCAL GOVERNMENT related term(s) Federal Aid Programs

Amendments

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

——— establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

——— provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE] (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

——— require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

——— prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

——— prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

——— provide period for Congress to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (see H.R. 7881), H2476 [9MR]

——— reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Elections: prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

FAA: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

Federal aid programs: strengthen oversight, accountability, and recovery of Federal funds administered through State block grants and other pass-through mechanisms (see S. 4024), S881 [5MR]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

——— make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

——— require rulemaking to address considerations in evaluating need for public and individual disaster assistance (see S. 3895), S650 [24FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

——— prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

New York (State): nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (see H.R. 7065), H892 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Power resources: protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

——— require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Lists

Central Florida African American inspirational leaders, E134 [12FE]

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Motions

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Proclamations

Jessup, PA, Anniversary: Representative Bresnahan, E93 [3FE]

Pensacola, FL, Governmental Prayer Breakfast Anniversary: Representative Patronis, E81 [30JA]

San Marino, CA, City Club Anniversary: Representative Chu, E113 [9FE]

Tribute to Jessup, PA, Groundhog Day: Representative Bresnahan, E93 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Aledo, TX: tribute to opening of Aledo Municipal Complex, E164 [25FE]

Augusta University: tribute to Georgia Legislative Internship Program student participants, H2416 [4MR]

Bronx, NY: tribute to Black History Month Living Legends Luncheon, H2207 [12FE]

——— tribute to Co-op City (housing development) residents for serving on Bronx Community Board 10, H1982 [4FE]

Brooksville, FL: anniversary, E143 [20FE]

Brownsville, TX: anniversary, E105 [4FE]

——— tribute to Hands Across the Border ceremony, E154 [23FE]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

Cephus, Joe: Evans County, GA, Sheriff’s Office Support Officer of the Year Award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143 [20FE]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24 [12JA]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (H.R. 7881), E198 [9MR]

——— statehood (H.R. 51), H2702 [25MR]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

Dobbs Ferry, NY: tribute to Senior Citizen Program, H1982 [4FE]

Elections: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

Greer, SC: anniversary, H2706 [25MR]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA], H2101 [10FE]

Jersey Shore, PA: anniversary, H2426 [5MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

Miami Springs, FL: anniversary, E75 [27JA]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Placentia, CA: anniversary, E36 [13JA]

Randolph, NY: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Scarsdale Forum Inc.: tribute, H1129 [21JA]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

St. Helena, CA: anniversary, E267 [25MR]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

Virginia: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2100 [10FE]

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Wall Township, NJ: anniversary, E193 [5MR]

White Plains, NY: tribute, H2100 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Carthage, ME: anniversary, S625 [23FE]

Chelsea, ME: anniversary, S1610 [25MR]

Cutler, ME: anniversary, S375 [29JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

Housing: reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

Leeds, ME: anniversary, S642 [24FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

New Orleans, LA: improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Sebago, ME: anniversary, S253 [15JA]

Strong, ME: anniversary, S338 [28JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

——— revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports filed

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5183) (H. Rept. 119–463), H1913 [27JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3895, Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act, S653 [24FE]

LOCAL TAXPAYER PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

LOCAL WATER PROTECTION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

LOCKSHIER, ROGER

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

LOCKWOOD, DAVID R.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

LOETSCHER, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E177 [3MR]

LOFFMAN, MATT

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, H674 [13JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

LOFGREN, ZOE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit captivity of mink (see H.R. 6513), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit intentional feeding of bears on Federal lands (see H.R. 4422), H2712 [25MR]

——— prohibit sale of kangaroos and kangaroo products (see H.R. 1992), H1173 [21JA]

——— prohibit transportation, sale, and purchase of donkeys or donkey hides for producing ejiao and prohibit transportation, sale, and purchase of products containing ejiao (see H.R. 5544), H2097 [9FE]

Arizona: repeal land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining (company) (see H.R. 6391), H2422 [4MR]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2098 [9FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H657 [12JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H1173 [21JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Azerbaijan: provide for review of sanctions (see H.R. 5369), H2042 [5FE]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see H.R. 7730), H2712 [25MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

BLM: prohibit certain uses of aircraft relative to management of wild free-roaming horses and burros (see H.R. 4356), H135 [7JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Constitution—U.S.: honor foundational principle of separation of church and state and oppose extreme right-wing Christian nationalism (see H. Res. 773), H2033 [4FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H656 [12JA]

——— prohibit use of M–44 devices, commonly known as ‘‘cyanide bombs’’, on public land (see H.R. 4180), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H895 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2188 [11FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H894 [14JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H656 [12JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: prohibit any person from using motor vehicle to intentionally run over or kill wild animal on public lands (see H.R. 6864), H1352 [22JA]

——— prohibit use of lead ammunition on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands (see H.R. 6268), H1173 [21JA]

——— study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H2474 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— allow workers to make requests about schedules without fear of retaliation and ensure employers consider such requests in order to provide more stable and predictable schedules for employees (see H.R. 6786), H2120 [10FE]

EPA: reauthorize pilot program for alternative water source projects (see H.R. 6075), H13 [6JA]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H894 [14JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

Federal Food Administration: establish (see H.R. 6567), H1173 [21JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H2120 [10FE]

Firearms: require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H717 [13JA]

Grant, Ulysses S.: anniversary of speech to Society of the Army of the Tennessee (see H. Res. 773), H2033 [4FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2711 [25MR]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Kennedy, John F.: anniversary of address to Greater Houston Ministerial Association (see H. Res. 773), H2033 [4FE]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H136 [7JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H2097 [9FE]

——— ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2120 [10FE]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H616 [9JA]

NASA: reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: permanently authorize and expand Every Kid Outdoors program (see H.R. 5541), H656 [12JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H656 [12JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Taxation: eliminate loopholes that allow billionaires to defer tax indefinitely through certain planning strategies and modify certain tax provisions so that billionaires are required to pay taxes annually (see H.R. 5427), H2097 [9FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Wildlife: prohibit certain activities involving prohibited primate species (see H.R. 3199), H2473 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: establish U.S. Immigration Courts (H.R. 7836), H2473 [5MR]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (H.R. 8014), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1192• [22JA]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2496• [16MR]

Tributes

Adams, Steven, E101• [4FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H122 [7JA], H233 [8JA]

LOFTON, WINTON P., SR.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S574 [11FE]

LoGERFO, GREGORY

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Dept. of State Coordinator for Counterterrorism: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

LONE STAR FILM FESTIVAL

Remarks in House

Alexander, Abraham: Lone Star Film Festival Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41 [14JA]

LONG, BILLY (a former Representative from Missouri)

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Ambassador to Ireland: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

LONG, NANCY C.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E69 [22JA]

LONG, WILLIAM

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

LONG BEACH, CA

Remarks in House

Long Beach Public Library: SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

LONG COVID AWARENESS MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Goals and ideals: support (see H. Res. 1136), H2711 [25MR]

LOPEZ, KRYSTOFER

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Krystofer Lopez, H2585 [18MR]

Tribute, H2487 [16MR], H2585 [18MR]

LOPEZ, MONIQUE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H605 [9JA]

LOPEZ, PRISCILLA

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1367 [19MR]

LOPEZ, ROBERTO C.

Bills and resolutions

Relief (see H.R. 7639), H2234 [20FE]

LORENZ, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E131 [11FE]

LOS ANGELES, CA

Remarks in House

Arroyo Vista Family Health Center: anniversary, E56 [20JA]

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program: funding, H2103 [10FE]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

California: anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106 [7JA]

LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE

Remarks in House

Cybersecurity Center: funding, H2103 [10FE]

LOUDERMILK, BARRY (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: limit liability of physicians providing certain charity care (see H.R. 6167), H2120 [10FE]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H657 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H1173 [21JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Legislative branch of the Government: modify appointment and removal process for certain officers (see H.R. 6028), H2531 [16MR]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H2551 [17MR]

Taxation: provide deduction for certain charity care provided by physicians (see H.R. 6167), H2120 [10FE]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2225 [13FE]

Veterans: make homebuyers aware of all loan options by providing veterans with written comparison of Dept. of Veterans Affairs, FHA, and conventional loan options (see H.R. 3694), H1977 [3FE]

LOUISIANA

Bills and resolutions

Courts: redefine eastern and middle judicial districts of Louisiana (see H.R. 7835), H2470 [5MR]

Cloture motions

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Centenary College of Louisiana: anniversary (S. Res. 543), S90 [7JA]

New Orleans, LA: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

——— improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1053 [16MR], S1059, S1065 [17MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Anna St. John To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Brian Barber To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Zachary Keller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

LOV GOV

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

LOW, PHILIP

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

LOW VISION AND VISION IMPAIRMENT AWARENESS MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

LOWER HEALTH CARE COSTS ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

LOWER YOUR TAXES ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

LOWERING HOME ENERGY COSTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

LOWERING STUDENT LOANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

LOZEAU, DONNALEE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S957 [10MR]

LUCAS, FRANK D. (a Representative from Oklahoma)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H135 [7JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see H.R. 4032), H135 [7JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see H.R. 8087), H2710 [25MR]

SEC: establish Public Company Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (H.R. 8087), H2711 [25MR]

SEC: establish Public Company Advisory Committee (H.R. 6967), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2079 [9FE]

National FFA Week: observance, H2264 [24FE]

Tributes

Myers, Trey, H2264 [24FE]

LUJÁN, BEN RAY (a Senator from New Mexico)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239 [18MR], S1395, S1396, S1406, S1408 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S172, S173, S175 [13JA], S222 [14JA] (see H.R. 6938), S162 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA], S422 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S90 [7JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish dairy nutrition incentive program (see S. 1021), S115 [8JA]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR]

——— expand eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program to adjunct faculty at colleges and universities (see S. 2485), S534 [9FE]

——— increase knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders relative to early childhood education (see S. 4190), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see S. 942), S651 [24FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Energy and NSF: improve coordination on activities carried out under National Quantum Initiative Program (see S. 1343), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S1545 [23MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S764 [3MR]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

FTC: establish duties to require online service providers to protect user data and prohibit use of user data to their detriment (see S. 3570), S1443 [20MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see S. 556), S130 [12JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (see S. 752), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see S. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see S. 2518), S1010 [11MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S345 [28JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S258 [15JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S1545 [23MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

Technology: require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1206 (see S. 4127), S1207 [18MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve hiring and training processes at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3996), S802 [4MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

FTC: require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1428 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1428 [20MR]

New Mexico: tribute to Bataan Memorial March running event, S1429 [20MR]

Votes: position on missed, S550 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1428 [20MR]

World War II: anniversary of Bataan Death March, S1429 [20MR]

LUKAS, BRIGID

Remarks in House

Tribute, E69 [22JA]

LUMBER INDUSTRY related term(s) Forests

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

Land use: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Tariff: require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Taxation: establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

LUMMIS, CYNTHIA M. (a Senator from Wyoming)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Corps of Engineers: designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

Crime: increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S534 [9FE]

District of Columbia: repeal locally-passed law that protects individuals from repercussions of providing reproductive or gender-affirming care (see S. 3327), S510 [5FE]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S535 [9FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see S. 2503), S652 [24FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit from restricting use of convertible virtual currency by person to purchase goods or services for own use (see S. 2284), S131 [12JA]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1369 [19MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S1010 [11MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S534 [9FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: require remaining Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds to be used for deficit reduction (see S. 3259), S50 [6JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1581 [24MR]

Taxation: allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

——— modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 3514), S162 [13JA]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

EPA: clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of U.S. (see S. 3836), S577 [11FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S992 [11MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S992 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S992 [11MR]

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, S306 [28JA]

Olympic Games: tribute to Wyoming participants, S660 [25FE]

LUNA, ANNA PAULINA (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit commercial greyhound racing, live lure training, and open field coursing (see H.R. 5017), H925 [16JA]

——— provide liability protections for good faith donations of pet food and supplies (see H.R. 3732), H2188 [11FE]

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H1173 [21JA]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2097 [9FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2336 [2MR]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2334 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: implement fertility controls to manage populations of wild free-roaming horses and burros and encourage training opportunities for military veterans to assist in range management activities (see H.R. 2864), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2677 [24MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1923 [30JA]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

Employment: prohibit discrimination against employees on basis of expression that describes, asserts, or reinforces binary or biological nature of sex (see H.R. 4554), H2370 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H949 [20JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2259 [23FE]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H656 [12JA]

——— establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H13 [6JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2236 [20FE]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H2097 [9FE]

Medicaid: prohibit Federal funding for gender transition procedures for minors (see H.R. 498), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Members of Congress: denounce dangerous and seditious rhetoric to sow disallegiance amongst members of U.S. military and intelligence community (see H. Res. 932), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2236 [20FE]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Patents: establish robust patent system that restores and protects right of inventors to own and enforce private property rights in inventions and discoveries (see H.R. 5811), H719 [13JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H13 [6JA]

Social Security: guarantee right of individuals to receive benefits in full with accurate annual cost-of-living adjustment (see H.R. 6079), H2677 [24MR]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

——— restore tax exemption for advance refunding bonds (see H.R. 1255), H2370 [3MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2033 [4FE]

Trafficking Victims Protection Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 1144), H2297 [24FE]

Veterans: make homebuyers aware of all loan options by providing veterans with written comparison of Dept. of Veterans Affairs, FHA, and conventional loan options (see H.R. 3694), H2712 [25MR]

——— provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities (see H.R. 244), H2297 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

Gonzales, Representative: censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

——— remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

House of Representatives: find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

Information technology: require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

Poul Hornsleth Post Office, St. Petersburg, FL: designate (see H.R. 7313), H1948 [2FE]

SEC: prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (H.R. 7580), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (H.R. 7981), H2597 [18MR]

Information technology: require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (H.R. 7399), H2041 [5FE]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (H.R. 7433), H2096 [9FE]

Poul Hornsleth Post Office, St. Petersburg, FL: designate (H.R. 7313), H1949 [2FE]

SEC: prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (H.R. 7221), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2143 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H798 [14JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H798 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2143 [11FE]

LUNAR NEW YEAR

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

LUSK, MARK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H112 [7JA]

LUTTRELL, MORGAN (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2370 [3MR]

Agent Raul H. Gonzalez, Jr., Memorial Post Office, McAllen, TX: designate (see H.R. 1986), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— conduct study on long-term physiological and psychological effects of military aviation veterans who served as aviators in Armed Forces (see H.R. 4805), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H2297 [24FE]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2598 [18MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H726 [14JA]

Remarks

Jacinto County, TX: tribute to Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Magnolia, TX: tribute to Magnolia Junior High School boys’ basketball team, H2045 [9FE]

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month: observance, H666 [13JA]

Polk County, TX: tribute to Polk County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Sports: tribute to Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, H727 [14JA]

Walker County, TX: tribute to Walker County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Tributes

Doolittle, Wesley, H909 [15JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H604 [9JA]

Lee, Christine, H1979 [4FE]

Phillips, Marcey, H2375 [4MR]

LYNCH, RICHARD J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E35 [13JA]

LYNCH, STEPHEN F. (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: apply certain protections and oversight to buy now, pay later loans (see H.R. 6891), H2097 [9FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H949 [20JA]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H2370 [3MR]

——— revise and extend projects relative to children and violence and provide access to school-based comprehensive mental health programs (see H.R. 5557), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2598 [18MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H949 [20JA]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2598 [18MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H922 [15JA]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2297 [24FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2119 [10FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1977 [3FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H2120 [10FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H949 [20JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Defense Production Act Committee: modify committee requirements and establish Subcommittee on Emerging Technology (see H.R. 8053), H2675 [24MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Defense Production Act Committee: modify committee requirements and establish Subcommittee on Emerging Technology (H.R. 8053), H2676 [24MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (H.R. 7183), H1172 [21JA]

Tributes

McGrath, Thomas (Mucka), E226• [17MR]

LYONS, BYRON

Remarks in House

Polk County, TX: tribute to Polk County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

M.L. LEDDY’S (business)

Remarks in House

Clothing industry: inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

MacDONALD, COLIN (MAC)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E105 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S467 [3FE]

MACDONALD, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2174 [11FE], H2416 [4MR]

MACE, NANCY (a Representative from South Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Animals: prohibit commercial greyhound racing, live lure training, and open field coursing (see H.R. 5017), H925 [16JA]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2221 [12FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see H.R. 6520), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct physician or nurse practitioner employed by Dept., to certify death of veteran not later than 48 hours after learning of such death (see H.R. 4398), H616 [9JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

——— incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Foreign countries: prohibit President from providing assistance to any country that has failed to extradite individual that has committed fraud against U.S. or failed to take measures assisting recoupment of funds (see H.R. 5548), H1977 [3FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H949 [20JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— make employers of spouses of military personnel eligible for work opportunity credit (see H.R. 2033), H616 [9JA]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2259 [23FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

Children and youth: prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (see H.R. 7293), H1921 [30JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Crime: prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (see H.R. 7067), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (see H.R. 7068), H893 [14JA]

Immigration: provide that alien convicted of offense involving animal cruelty is inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 7544), H2218 [12FE]

Safety: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

Taxation: exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (H.R. 7702), H2329 [25FE]

Children and youth: prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (H.R. 7293), H1922 [30JA]

Crime: prohibit individuals convicted of crimes of violence from Federal employment and contracting with Government (H.R. 7067), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (H.R. 8015), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (H.R. 6982), H252 [8JA]

District of Columbia: prohibit from appointing individuals convicted of crimes of violence or dangerous crimes as DC government employees or from entering into contracts with vendors who employ such individuals (H.R. 7068), H894 [14JA]

Immigration: provide that alien convicted of offense involving animal cruelty is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 7544), H2220 [12FE]

Safety: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (H.R. 7624), H2235 [20FE]

Taxation: exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (H.R. 7400), H2041 [5FE]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (H.R. 7222), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247 [23FE]

MACK, FAITE

Remarks in House

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

MACKENZIE, RYAN (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Ali, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 485), H1352 [22JA]

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H1352 [22JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2188 [11FE]

Coal: establish framework for beneficial use of coal combustion residuals (see H.R. 4875), H2297 [24FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H2421 [4MR]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5032), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Defense: provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2296 [24FE]

——— report on security relationship between U.S. and Greece (see H.R. 4343), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of professional degree (see H.R. 6718), H2297 [24FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants for providing evidence-based caregiver skills training to caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities or delays (see H.R. 4086), H925 [16JA]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H921 [15JA]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H1977 [3FE]

——— issue guidance on coverage under Medicaid of certain pelvic health services furnished during postpartum period (see H.R. 4074), H2531 [16MR]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see H.R. 2004), H2235 [20FE]

——— promote screenings for liver diseases in newborns (see H.R. 5355), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of HUD: repeal Fair Housing Act provisions that allow landlords to deny housing to individuals with prior drug distribution convictions (see H.R. 7765), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize use of grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) Program to establish elder justice task forces (see H.R. 6426), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Labor: provide competitive grants to States that establish paid family leave programs through partnerships with private entities (see H.R. 3089), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see H.R. 309), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: allow any recipient of urbanized area formula grant funds to use such funds for operating costs of equipment and facilities used in public transportation (see H.R. 5024), H2120 [10FE]

——— direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2531 [16MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

Family and Medical Leave Act: repeal certain limits on leave for married individuals employed by same employer (see H.R. 3404), H2421 [4MR]

FCC: establish taskforce on unlawful robocalls (see H.R. 6152), H1923 [30JA]

FDA: deem food containing certain color additives adulterated (see H.R. 3722), H1352 [22JA]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Health: modernize prescription verification process for contact lenses and clarify consumer protections regarding false advertising of contact lenses (see H.R. 4282), H1923 [30JA]

——— prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2531 [16MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see H.R. 3497), H925 [16JA]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2298 [24FE]

Medicare: direct Medicare Payment Advisory Commission to create model to carry out study and report relative to payment for emergency medical services (see H.R. 3443), H2531 [16MR]

——— ensure coverage of mental and behavioral health services furnished through telehealth (see H.R. 3884), H616 [9JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H616 [9JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2229 [17FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H1923 [30JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H657 [12JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H925 [16JA]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 1197), H656 [12JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2236 [20FE]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see H. Res. 564), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: establish housing affordability credit (see H.R. 7216), H1349 [22JA]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

——— provide refundable tax credit for non-directed living kidney donations (see H.R. 2687), H656 [12JA]

——— provide tax credit for layer operation efficiency equipment (see H.R. 5776), H2229 [17FE]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (see H.R. 2102), H2032 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (H.R. 7082), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (H.R. 7260), H1916 [27JA]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (H.R. 7912), H2484 [12MR]

Remarks

Cahill, Kevin: NCAA Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2446 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2446 [5MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2092 [9FE]

Gilchrist, Kate: Emerging Young Artist award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2446 [5MR]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2647 [24MR]

Votes: position on missed, H940• [20JA]

Tributes

Hobson, Joshua, H2106 [10FE]

Landino, Mario, H2106 [10FE]

VanWert, Jim, H2106 [10FE]

MacKENZIE SCOTT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2560 [18MR]

MacNAUGHTON, JOHN P., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E96 [3FE]

MacNAUGHTON, PHIL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E110 [4FE]

MacNEIL, THOMAS P.

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy Commander: Senator Wyden, S1578 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy commander: Senator Wyden, S1584 [24MR]

MACON, GA

Remarks in House

NeSmith, Seth: Georgia Hospital Association Hospital Hero award recipient, H1159 [21JA]

MADDEN, CELESTE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E50 [16JA]

MADDY, KENNETH L.

Remarks in House

Maddy Institute: anniversary, E46 [15JA]

MADDY INSTITUTE

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E46 [15JA]

MADE IN AMERICA JOBS ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 7342, provisions, H2652 [24MR]

MADUKURI, GRISHMA

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

MADURO, NICOLAS

Bills and resolutions

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

——— support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

——— U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

MAESTRI, BRUNO

Remarks in House

Tribute, E154 [23FE]

MAGAZINER, SETH (a Representative from Rhode Island)

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, Herb Weiss, RInewstoday.com (Internet site), H2584 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H949 [20JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2473 [5MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H1950 [2FE]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2531 [16MR]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see H.R. 2911), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: authorize grants to establish national network of statewide legal hotlines for senior citizens (see H.R. 6678), H2225 [13FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish or expand and operate programs using network of public and private community entities to provide mentoring for children in foster care (see H.R. 4769), H2259 [23FE]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H2477 [9MR]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish competitive grant to support youth mentoring programs, provide for social and emotional learning, skill development, career exploration, work-based learning, and other youth workforce opportunities (see H.R. 811), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H1917 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: provide for eligibility of transit support specialists for crime prevention and security grants (see H.R. 6069), H13 [6JA]

Diseases and disorders: issue semipostal stamp to support Lyme disease research (see H.R. 4981), H2236 [20FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2422 [4MR]

FBI: establish national strategy for combating scams (see H.R. 6425), H1173 [21JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H2336 [2MR]

FERC: modernize and standardize manner in which information and data is reported (see H.R. 6177), H1173 [21JA]

——— require standardized performance reporting for entities engaged in electricity transmission to improve transparency, accountability, and grid outcomes (see H.R. 6176), H719 [13JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2677 [24MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H895 [14JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

Health: prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2677 [24MR]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H2120 [10FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2477 [9MR]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2677 [24MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H1977 [3FE]

Taxation: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2371 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2259 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H1172 [21JA]

Congress: advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Congress: advance commonsense policies (H.R. 7314), H1949 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (H.R. 7315), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (H.R. 7435), H2096 [9FE]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (H.R. 7436), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H10 [6JA]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (H. Res. 1013), H2584 [18MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H126 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1316 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1316 [22JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2609 [19MR]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H126 [7JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H901 [15JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2159 [11FE]

Taxation: provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1316 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to allegations of corruption, H2668 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H803 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2159 [11FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2024 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, E171• [2MR]

MAGAZINES see Publications

MAGNATTA, ALFRED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1982 [4FE]

MAGNOLIA, TX

Remarks in House

Magnolia Junior High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, H2045 [9FE]

MAHAFFEY, PA

Bills and resolutions

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building: designate (see S. 3835), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building: designate (H.R. 7517), H2204 [12FE]

MAHONEY, EMILY L.

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

MAIL BALLOT INTEGRITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

MAIN STREET DEPOSITOR PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

MAIN STREET PARITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5763, provisions, H930 [20JA]

MAINE

Remarks in House

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Carthage, ME: anniversary, S625 [23FE]

Chelsea, ME: anniversary, S1610 [25MR]

Cutler, ME: anniversary, S375 [29JA]

Leeds, ME: anniversary, S642 [24FE]

Sebago, ME: anniversary, S253 [15JA]

Strong, ME: anniversary, S338 [28JA]

Reports filed

Nomination of Andrew Benson To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David St. Pierre To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Remarks in House

Jones, Andruw: National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, H2415 [4MR]

MAKE BILLIONAIRES PAY THEIR FAIR SHARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

MAKE ELECTIONS GREAT AGAIN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

MAKE THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA SAFE AND BEAUTIFUL ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 5103): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 5103): consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Letters

Provisions: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Enact (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, provisions, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 5103, provisions, H2698 [25MR]

MAKING HOMEOWNERSHIP AFFORDABLE AGAIN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

MALLIOTAKIS, NICOLE (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (see H.R. 4755), H253 [8JA]

Armed Forces: provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H1923 [30JA]

Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building, Miller Place, NY: designate (see H.R. 5642), H2474 [5MR]

Coast Guard: require retention of certain enlisted members who have completed certain amount of service (see H.R. 2200), H2236 [20FE]

Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5641), H2474 [5MR]

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2097 [9FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of professional degree (see H.R. 6718), H2042 [5FE]

——— require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians (see H. Res. 776), H2474 [5MR]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H13 [6JA]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2259 [23FE]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building, Westhampton Beach, NY: designate (see H.R. 5588), H2474 [5MR]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H719 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H1977 [3FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H1923 [30JA]

Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic, Riverhead, NY: designate (see H.R. 5589), H2474 [5MR]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H2033 [4FE]

Taxation: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H949 [20JA]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Wallie Howard, Jr., Post Office Building, Syracuse, NY: designate (see H.R. 6099), H2033 [4FE]

Wildlife: prohibit certain activities involving prohibited primate species (see H.R. 3199), H2484 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE]

Medicare: establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (H.R. 7316), H1949 [2FE]

Medicare: establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (H.R. 7581), H2225 [13FE]

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (H.J. Res. 137), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

Ollis, Michael: Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

MALLORY, MATTHEW

Essays

State of the Union, S760 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

MALOY, CELESTE (a Representative from Utah)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Azerbaijan: repeal restriction on assistance (see H.R. 6534), H2628 [20MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H1173 [21JA]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H949 [20JA]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize continuation of lawful nonimmigrant status for certain religious workers affected by backlog for religious worker immigrant visas (see H.R. 2672), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of the Interior: extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: update dollar amount thresholds for certain currency transaction and suspicious activity reports (see H.R. 1799), H2477 [9MR]

Employment: exempt certain employees engaged in outdoor recreational outfitting or guiding services from minimum wage and maximum hour requirements (see H.R. 3499), H2370 [3MR]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H136 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2371 [3MR]

——— provide that silencers be treated same as firearms accessories relative to registration and transfer laws (see H.R. 850), H2477 [9MR]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H2371 [3MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2188 [11FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H136 [7JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2298 [24FE]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (see H.R. 4294), H921 [15JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2370 [3MR]

Religion: condemn persecution of Christians in Nigeria (see H. Res. 866), H2330 [25FE]

Saratoga Springs, UT: transfer administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal land to Postal Service for construction of post office (see H.R. 4716), H2330 [25FE]

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1950 [2FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (H.J. Res. 151), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (H.R. 7739), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H119 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H119 [7JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H119 [7JA]

Utah: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2515 [16MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

MAMARONECK, NY

Remarks in House

Emelin Theatre: tribute, H2377 [4MR]

MAMRONECK, NY

Remarks in House

Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade: tribute, H2426 [5MR]

MANASSAS, VA

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Flower Gallery (business): anniversary, H2490 [16MR]

MANDERS, STEVE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1336 [22JA]

MANER, MARTHA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E174 [3MR]

MANHATTAN, NY see New York, NY

MANHEIM, PA

Remarks in House

Root’s Country Market: anniversary, H110 [7JA]

MANN, TRACEY (a Representative from Kansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Transportation: authorize limited operation of commercial motor vehicles for eligible drivers under age 21 in interstate commerce (see H.R. 6642), H2120 [10FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H894 [14JA]

Diseases and disorders: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2677 [24MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2677 [24MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2097 [9FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2336 [2MR]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2551 [17MR]

Health: modernize prescription verification process for contact lenses and clarify consumer protections regarding false advertising of contact lenses (see H.R. 4282), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Medicare: expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2236 [20FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taiwan: resume normal diplomatic relations, negotiate bilateral free trade agreement, and support membership in international organizations (see H. Con. Res. 8), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (H.R. 7261), H1916 [27JA]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (H.R. 7468), H2119 [10FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1979 [4FE]

Remarks

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, H721 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H2533 [17MR]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2660 [24MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2533 [17MR]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA]

Tributes

Hinton, Michael, H2680 [25MR]

LaMalfa, Doug, H235 [8JA]

Melgren, Eric F., H2680 [25MR]

MANNION, JOHN W. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: revise regulations banning mailing or receiving of drugs, instruments, equipment, and educational materials relative to medication abortions (see H.R. 2029), H2042 [5FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Ali, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 485), H2032 [4FE]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2297 [24FE]

CDC: award grants to States to implement tick identification pilot program (see H.R. 4979), H253 [8JA]

Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building, Miller Place, NY: designate (see H.R. 5642), H1950 [2FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5641), H1950 [2FE]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see H.R. 1538), H2330 [25FE]

——— increase Federal cost share for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program administration to improve staffing and retention (see H.R. 3442), H2236 [20FE]

——— permit Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to be used to purchase additional types of items and increase amount of such benefits (see H.R. 2512), H2421 [4MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 5875), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2297 [24FE]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritizen funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: authorize Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (see H.R. 4733), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow use of certain grants for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see H.R. 6908), H1352 [22JA]

——— reauthorize grants to expand support for law enforcement officers and families (see H.R. 5282), H253 [8JA]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: reauthorize and improve reconnecting communities program (see H.R. 6671), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Diseases and disorders: establish comprehensive national vector-borne disease prevention system (see H.R. 4980), H253 [8JA]

——— issue semipostal stamp to support Lyme disease research (see H.R. 4981), H253 [8JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H1352 [22JA]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H253 [8JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2623 [19MR]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H719 [13JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Nuclear weapons: limit funding to conduct first-use nuclear strikes (see H.R. 3564), H616 [9JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2225 [13FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see H. Res. 564), H2236 [20FE]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 2548), H1916 [27JA] (see H.R. 6856), H2334 [26FE]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H1923 [30JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (H.R. 7262), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (H.R. 6968), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H699 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of appropriated funds to eliminate, consolidate, or otherwise restructure any office that administers or enforces programs under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1971 [3FE]

MANSOOR, AHMED

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

MAO, KAIYAN

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

MARANA, AZ

Remarks in House

Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery: anniversary, E209 [12MR]

MARCHAND, PAUL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E239 [19MR]

MARCHETTI, ZACH

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

MARIN, JHONIER D.

Remarks in House

Dept. of Defense: Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

MARINE CORPS see Department of Defense

MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT

Remarks in Senate

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

MARINE MAMMALS

Bills and resolutions

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

MARINE RESOURCES

Amendments

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Motions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

MARINE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM CYBERSECURITY BUDGET AND EVALUATION REPORT (MTS CYBER) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

MARITIME ADMINISTRATION related term(s) Department of Transportation

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

NOAA: improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

Ships and vessels: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

MARKEY, EDWARD J. (a Senator from Massachusetts)

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S221 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1406, S1407 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S162 (see H.R. 6938), S163 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S220 [14JA]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S960 [10MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S652 [24FE]

——— modify authorities relative to collective bargaining of Veterans Health Administration employees (see S. 1650), S50 [6JA]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see S. Res. 525), S346 [28JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Labeling: establish requirements for quality and discard dates voluntarily declared on food labels (see S. 2541), S916 [9MR]

Massachusetts (U.S.S.): commissioning (see S. Res. 651), S1367 [19MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

Information technology: require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

Motor vehicles: improve incident reporting relative to certain autonomous vehicles (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

NASA: designate national high-energy astrophysics hubs (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

Taxation: equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE]

Privilege of the floor

Ohlstein, Daniel, S119 [8JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S781 [4MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S1163 [18MR], S1535 [23MR]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860, S868 [5MR]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S1164 [18MR]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S108 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S780 [4MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S108 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S572 [11FE], S1163 [18MR], S1535 [23MR]

Tributes

Harrison, Patricia, S338 [28JA]

MARKIN, GLENDON, II

Remarks in House

Tribute, E197 [9MR]

MARKS, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E247 [20MR]

MARRIAGE see Families and Domestic Relations

MARRIOTT, JOHN

Remarks in House

Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce: Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

MARSH, MAILYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E200 [9MR]

MARSHALL, ROBERT T.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S467 [3FE]

MARSHALL, ROGER (a Senator from Kansas)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S766 [3MR], S934 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend regulations to allow certain packers to have interest in market agencies (see S. 782), S1091 [17MR]

——— provide grants and direct or guaranteed loans to increase domestic fertilizer production for farmers (see S. 4148), S1367 [19MR]

——— publish report on fertilizer industry (see S. 2808), S1443 [20MR]

——— reauthorize Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Program (see S. 2282), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see S. 2947), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of Labor: better forecast and plan for impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on U.S. and provide data to improve training programs for in-demand industry sectors and occupations (see S. 3339), S959 [10MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S534 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan to reorganize Federal wildland fire response (see S. 441), S681 [25FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S379 [29JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S1206 [18MR]

——— prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S378 [29JA]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S471 [3FE]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see S. Res. 525), S346 [28JA]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S258 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: expand provisions of law allowing carriage of concealed weapons by active and retired officers (see S. 679), S470 [3FE]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see S. 475), S1368 [19MR]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see S. 2761), S50 [6JA]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S733 [2MR]

Taxation: modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S763 [3MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S419 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Remarks

Climate: recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), S177 [13JA]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), unanimous-consent request, S177 [13JA]

Council Grove (KS) Republican: tribute, S956• [10MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S991 [11MR], S1532 [23MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1028, S1029, S1030 [12MR], S1472–S1474 [21MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S991 [11MR], S1029 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S991 [11MR], S1028, S1029 [12MR], S1472–S1474 [21MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1067 [17MR], S1436 [20MR], S1472 [21MR]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364 [29JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR], S1532 [23MR]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7 [5JA]

Food: updated Federal nutritional guidelines, S106 [8JA]

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88• [7JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10, S13 [5JA]

Senate: legislative program, S16 [5JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1472 [21MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1532 [23MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1532 [23MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1067 [17MR], S1436 [20MR], S1472 [21MR]

Tributes

Cason, James, S756• [3MR]

Ellis, Adam, S756• [3MR]

Hartpence, Clayton, S756• [3MR]

Moran, Christian, S756• [3MR]

MARSHALLTOWN, IA

Bills and resolutions

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

MARSHFIELD, MO

Bills and resolutions

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

MARTELL, NILKA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2176 [11FE]

MARTIN, JOHN

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S616 [12FE]

MARTIN, NATHAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2683 [25MR]

MARTIN, TED

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S468 [3FE]

MARTIN, WILLIAM J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E33 [13JA]

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., DAY

Remarks in House

Observance, H911, H912, H914 [15JA], H942–H946 [20JA]

MARTINEZ, VINCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2490 [16MR]

MARTINEZ OCASIO, BENITO A. (BAD BUNNY)

Remarks in House

Music and dance: tribute to Super Bowl halftime show performace, H2102 [10FE]

MARTINO, ANDREW

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1128 [21JA]

MARTOS, RANDI

Remarks in House

Tribute, E153 [23FE]

MARTVILLE, NY

Bills and resolutions

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

MARYLAND

Bills and resolutions

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Hoyer, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H138 [8JA]

Rockville, MD: anniversary of B’nai Israel Congregation, E255 [24MR]

Texts of

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

Tributes

Hoyer, Representative, H138, H139, H144 [8JA], H2376 [4MR]

MARYLAND WHOLE WATERSHED PROGRAM FEDERAL PARTNERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

MARZAN, ROBERT M.

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1006 [11MR], S1572 [24MR]

MASSACHUSETTS

Articles and editorials

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Massachusetts (U.S.S.): commissioning (see S. Res. 651), S1367 [19MR]

Letters

Revolution Wind project impact assessment: Steven J. Sample, Dept. of Defense, H2489 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Boys & Girls Club of Metro South: tribute to efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2357, H2358 [3MR]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

Randolph, MA: tribute to Randolph High School football team, H145 [8JA]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

Reports filed

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah): Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 681, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), H2358 [3MR]

S. Res. 651, U.S.S. Massachusetts commissioning, S1380 [19MR]

Tributes

Brooke, Edward W., III, E187 [4MR]

MASSACHUSETTS (U.S.S.)

Bills and resolutions

Navy: commissioning (see S. Res. 651), S1367 [19MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 651, commissioning, S1380 [19MR]

MASSIE, THOMAS (a Representative from Kentucky)

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1297 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2298 [24FE]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: exempt certain livestock hauling vehicles from regulations relating to hours of service and electronic logging devices (see H.R. 4500), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see H.R. 2623), H2330 [25FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H1922 [30JA]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H656 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (H.R. 7880), H2477 [9MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (H.R. 7601), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2401 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1323 [22JA]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2266 [24FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2401 [4MR]

MAST, BRIAN J. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Carbon Monoxide Action and Awareness Month: observance (see H. Res. 934), H253 [8JA]

Corporate Transparency Act: repeal (see H.R. 425), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

EPA: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2485 [12MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2033 [4FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1352 [22JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2422 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Amor, Nicole M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Angst, Curtis J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Coady, Declan J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (see H. Con. Res. 74), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

Khork, Cody A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Klinner, John A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Koval, Seth R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Marzan, Robert M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

O’Brien, Jeffrey R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pruitt, Ashley B.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Savino, Ariana G.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Simmons, Tyler H.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Tietjens, Noah L.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (H.R. 7438), H2096 [9FE]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (H.R. 8054), H2676 [24MR]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: by, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2395, H2396, H2397, H2399, H2400, H2402, H2403, H2404, H2405, H2406, H2408, H2409, H2410, H2411 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317, H1318, H1320, H1321, H1322, H1323, H1324 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), H2116 [10FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1927 [2FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2392, H2393, H2395 [4MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154, H2155, H2156, H2157, H2158, H2159, H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2393, H2395, H2396, H2397, H2400, H2402, H2403, H2404, H2405, H2406, H2408, H2409, H2410, H2411 [4MR]

Tributes

Diaz, Ignacio (Dan), H1927 [2FE]

Paez, Luis, H1927 [2FE]

Waller, Ralph (Butch), H1927 [2FE]

MATERNAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 590, designate, S347 [28JA]

MATERNAL VACCINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

MATERNAL VACCINATIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

MATHEMATICAL AND STATISTICAL MODELING EDUCATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

MATHEMATICS related term(s) Engineering; Science

Amendments

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Year of Math: observance (see H. Res. 1091), H2336 [2MR]

Remarks in House

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Texts of

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

MATNEY, LOIS

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

MATSUI, DORIS O. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H253 [8JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2371 [3MR]

EPA: implement fenceline monitoring for air pollutants at facilities contributing to high local cancer rates and other health threats and expand and strengthen national ambient air quality monitoring network (see H.R. 6782), H949 [20JA]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide grants to reduce amount of food waste (see H.R. 6684), H922 [15JA]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H136 [7JA]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2188 [11FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H253 [8JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: protect patient access to ground ambulance services furnished under part B (see H.R. 2232), H656 [12JA]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2225 [13FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H1949 [2FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (H.R. 7332), H1976 [3FE]

Remarks

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240• [19MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022 [4FE]

Tributes

Johnson, Phyllis, E153• [23FE]

MATTEY, CHRIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E270 [25MR]

MATURO, JUSTIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E39 [14JA]

MAURITIUS, REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in Senate

United Kingdom: proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

MAXIMIZING TRANSPORTATION EFFICIENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA]

MAXWELL, GHISLAINE

Bills and resolutions

Crime: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

MAXWELL-WILLIAMS, KARLENE

Proclamations

Tribute to Karlene Maxwell-Williams: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E234 [18MR]

MAZAK, REBA Y.

Remarks in House

Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119 [9FE]

MAZON—A JEWISH RESONSE TO HUNGER (organization)

Remarks in House

No One Deserves To Go Hungry Campaign: tribute, E269 [25MR]

McALLISTER, JULIUS H., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E194 [5MR]

McATEE, MIKE

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act, H2646 [24MR]

McAVOY, CHARLIE

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2454 [5MR]

McBATH, LUCY (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

CDC: provide flexibility and funding for World Trade Center Health Program (see H.R. 1410), H135 [7JA]

——— reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2474 [5MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H949 [20JA]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H921 [15JA]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Regional School Safety Development Centers to provide consultation for schools to develop or improve school safety plan based on evidence-based best practices (see H.R. 2577), H1949 [2FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— include data field in National Missing and Unidentified Persons System to indicate whether last known location of missing person was confirmed or suspected to have been on Federal land (see H.R. 2150), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2229 [17FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2259 [23FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: promote family unity by reducing visa backlogs and implementing policies to facilitate immigrant family reunification (see H.R. 2366), H2229 [17FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H253 [8JA]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2474 [5MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1173 [21JA]

——— increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting payment changes (see H.R. 879), H2473 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H2033 [4FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Radio: oppose new fees, taxes, royalties, or charges on local, over the air, radio stations (see H. Con. Res. 12), H2477 [9MR]

Supreme Court: require written explanations of decisions and disclosure of votes by Justices in cases within appellate jurisdiction that involve injunctive relief (see H.R. 6816), H719 [13JA]

Taxation: improve and enhance work opportunity tax credit to encourage longer-service employment and make it more effective as hiring incentive for targeted workers (see H.R. 6231), H2422 [4MR]

TSA: provide for funding for all activities for certain period in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5732), H2370 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (see H.R. 2102), H2259 [23FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (H.R. 8055), H2676 [24MR]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (H.R. 7333), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Letters

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2196 [12FE]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2194 [12FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Elizabeth Murphy, Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund, H2195 [12FE]

——— several organizations, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2101 [10FE], E101• [4FE]

Black Music Month: observance, H1980 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H9 [6JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1326 [22JA]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H633 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H631 [12JA]

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H624, H626 [12JA]

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H688 [13JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2191, H2192, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), E57• [20JA]

National Women’s History Month: observance, E231• [18MR]

Taylor, Elana Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2101 [10FE]

Taylor, Elena Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E231• [18MR]

Tributes

Denison, Terri, H1335 [22JA]

Pouncy, Hillard, Jr., H1980 [4FE], E101• [4FE]

McBRIDE, SARAH (a Representative from Delaware)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2552 [17MR]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit defenses based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression (see H.R. 4197), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: establish Capacity Building for Business Districts Pilot Program (see H.R. 3585), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Defense: include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on participation in U.S. educational and cultural exchange programs compared to similar Chinese programs (see H.R. 6428), H136 [7JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H949 [20JA]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish grant program to facilitate installation on bridges of suicide prevention nets and barriers (see H.R. 3505), H894 [14JA]

——— provide for grants to certain urbanized areas for operating costs relating to crime prevention and security (see H.R. 6298), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct pilot program on providing access to senior exercise program for enrolled veterans (see H.R. 6649), H1923 [30JA]

——— conduct review of deaths of certain veterans who committed suicide (see H.R. 6858), H2531 [16MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

——— establish Blast Overpressure Task Force (see H.R. 6444), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2551 [17MR]

——— submit report on risk reduction strategies to lower incidence and prevalence of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in veterans (see H.R. 6001), H2330 [25FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2225 [13FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2474 [5MR]

Families and domestic relations: establish Federal pilot program for cost-sharing of child care expenses among employers, employees, and government (see H.R. 6312), H1352 [22JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Freedom of religion: ensure laws intended to protect religious freedom do not infringe upon laws intended to protect civil rights (see H.R. 1954), H2530 [16MR]

FTC: prohibit unfair and deceptive practice of commercial sexual orientation or gender identity conversion therapy (see H.R. 3243), H2531 [16MR]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health care professionals: address behavioral health workforce shortages through support for peer support specialists (see H.R. 2741), H1923 [30JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H719 [13JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H949 [20JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2485 [12MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jews: condemn antisemitism in all forms, including proliferation and amplification of antisemitic content on artificial intelligence (AI) platforms (see H. Res. 963), H949 [20JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H2531 [16MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare: adjust allowable direct and indirect costs for nursing and allied health education programs (see H.R. 1708), H2333 [26FE]

——— limit coinsurance amount for certain services furnished in ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 3006), H1173 [21JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H895 [14JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2531 [16MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1950 [2FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

NSF: reauthorize Next Generation Quantum Leaders Pilot Program (see H.R. 6742), H1923 [30JA]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see H. Res. 100), H1977 [3FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H895 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2484 [12MR]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H2531 [16MR]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2531 [16MR]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H1949 [2FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: provide for funding for all activities for certain period in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5732), H2531 [16MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (see H.R. 7505), H2186 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Labor: establish that leave under Family and Medical Leave Act can be taken on intermittent schedule (H.R. 7505), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Delaware: tribute to Grassroots (business), H663 [13JA]

——— tribute to paid family and medical leave program enactment, H104 [7JA]

Domestic policy: legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Insurance: require health insurance plans to cover ovarian cancer screenings to improve early detection, H663 [13JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H2682 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2344 [3MR]

Tributes

Addison, A’Shellarien, H663 [13JA]

Firth, Albert, H2534 [17MR]

Johnson, Faith D., H663 [13JA]

Jones, Gregory K., H2682 [25MR]

Kurinsky-Malos, Michaela, H2534 [17MR]

Snook, Matthew T. (Ty), H104 [7JA]

McCAIN, FRANKLIN

Bills and resolutions

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

McCARTNEY, ROB

Remarks in House

Nebraska Broadcasters Association: Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76 [27JA]

McCARTY, CODY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E45 [15JA]

McCAUL, MICHAEL T. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of State: establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2484 [12MR]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2120 [10FE]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see H.R. 1744), H2235 [20FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (H.R. 7506), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2399 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2399 [4MR]

McCLAIN, LISA C. (a Representative from Michigan)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Labor: require Employee Benefit Security Administration report to Congress on adverse interest agreements (see H.R. 2958), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: reimburse State homes for cost of, or furnish to State homes, certain costly medications provided to veterans who receive nursing home care in such State homes (see H.R. 1970), H894 [14JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (H.R. 7769), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2246 [23FE]

Feingold, Barbara: Zionist Organization of America Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215• [16MR]

Hammond, Della: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143• [20FE]

New Baltimore, MI: anniversary of Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce, E69• [22JA]

Wilson, Ryan: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148• [20FE]

Resignations

House Republican Caucus: Representative Kiley, H2580 [18MR]

Tributes

Feingold, Barbara, E200• [9MR]

Gramer, Katrina, E145• [20FE]

Iovannisci, Carolyn (Granny), H2205 [12FE]

Moceri, Domenico S., E65• [22JA]

Nitz, Charles M., E220• [16MR]

McCLAIN DELANEY, APRIL (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2623 [19MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2623 [19MR]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test comprehensive alternative response for emergencies model to support treatment-in-place services for seniors (see H.R. 2538), H1922 [30JA]

CFTC: create Office of the Chief Economist (see H.R. 7488), H2185 [11FE]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2622 [19MR]

Colleges and universities: establish grant program for certain institutions of higher education to plan and implement projects for economic and community development in economically distressed communities (see H.R. 5796), H2229 [17FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H1173 [21JA]

——— reduce State administrative costs for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and summer electronic benefits transfer for children program (see H.R. 6819), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Defense: establish digital system for submission of complaints relating to access issues at military medical treatment facilities (see H.R. 6796), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: expand, and repeal certain changes to, drug price negotiation program, apply drug inflation rebates to commercial market, and establish out-of-pocket limits on drugs under private health insurance (see H.R. 6166), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H616 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2297 [24FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2623 [19MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2623 [19MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1916 [27JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: allow use of certain grants for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see H.R. 6908), H1916 [27JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2120 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1352 [22JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H2598 [18MR]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

GAO: study effectiveness of local alerting systems (see H.R. 1076), H13 [6JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H719 [13JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1916 [27JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1916 [27JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage and payment of Alpha–1 antitrypsin deficiency disorder treatment (see H.R. 2343), H2221 [12FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H894 [14JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2097 [9FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H2098 [9FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: facilitate enrollment of individuals in qualified health plans (see H.R. 6760), H719 [13JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: repeal upper age limit on eligibility for earned income tax credit (see H.R. 2972), H13 [6JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: allow retirees of Experience Services Program to serve as mentors for conservation interns (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: allow retirees of Experience Services Program to serve as mentors for conservation interns (H.R. 7914), H2484 [12MR]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (H.R. 7913), H2484 [12MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (H.R. 7507), H2187 [11FE]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (H.R. 7039), H718 [13JA]

Washington County, MD: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (H.R. 7470), H2119 [10FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: treatment of detainees at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities, H1990 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1990 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H650 [12JA]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H650 [12JA]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (H.R. 7039), H698 [13JA]

McCLAUGHRY, JOHN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S703 [26FE]

McCLEAF, C. STEWART

Remarks in House

Tribute, E11 [7JA]

McCLELLAN, JENNIFER L. (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2712 [25MR]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H2473 [5MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H135 [7JA]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— modify limitations on amounts of farm ownership loans and operating loans (see H.R. 1991), H135 [7JA]

——— support commercial fishing industry (see H.R. 2518), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

——— prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

——— reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2485 [12MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Farm Credit Administration: allow to examine low-risk Farm Credit System institutions under 24–month cycle (see H.R. 5010), H135 [7JA]

FDA: require Office of Food Chemical Safety, Dietary Supplements, and Innovation to conduct food chemical safety reassessments (see H.R. 4306), H2422 [4MR]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H656 [12JA]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2259 [23FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Immigration: promote family unity by reducing visa backlogs and implementing policies to facilitate immigrant family reunification (see H.R. 6565), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see H.R. 5940), H136 [7JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H135 [7JA]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H949 [20JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 6505), H1352 [22JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see H.R. 6893), H2297 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2032 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: limit donations for public property, building, or fixture at White House, Naval Observatory, or certain other public property, or for monuments to living Presidents, Vice Presidents, or appointees (see H.R. 6085), H2033 [4FE]

SBA: increase maximum amount for certain loans (see H.R. 4153), H2484 [12MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2032 [4FE]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H2422 [4MR]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H1950 [2FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (H.R. 7676), H2329 [25FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (H.R. 7341), H2031 [4FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (H.R. 7783), H2421 [4MR]

Motions

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1940, H1946 [2FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H125 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2670 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2133 [11FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2703 [25MR]

——— prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H943, H945 [20JA]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2669, H2670 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H125 [7JA], H2672 [24MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2672 [24MR]

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA): anniversary, E108• [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2133 [11FE], H2670 [24MR]

WRVA–Radio (Richmond, VA): anniversary, E202• [9MR]

Tributes

Martin, William J., E33• [13JA]

Pettis, Thelma, E165• [25FE]

McCLINTOCK, TOM (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2370 [3MR]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H2336 [2MR]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H2370 [3MR]

——— close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2370 [3MR]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H2336 [2MR]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Immigration: improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Immigration: improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (H.R. 7640), H2258 [23FE]

Cost Estimates

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): CBO, H2605 [19MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2533 [17MR]

Remarks

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2568, H2570, H2571, H2573, H2574, H2575, H2576 [18MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2600, H2602, H2603, H2604 [19MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1998 [4FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137 [8JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H231 [8JA]

McCOLLUM, BETTY (a Representative from Minnesota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H921 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H925 [16JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— allow workers to make requests about schedules without fear of retaliation and ensure employers consider such requests in order to provide more stable and predictable schedules for employees (see H.R. 6786), H1352 [22JA]

——— expand access to benefits and ensure fair treatment for part-time workers (see H.R. 6818), H1352 [22JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

GSA: ensure construction and acquisition of public buildings adheres to guiding principles for Federal architecture (see H.R. 1584), H2229 [17FE]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H719 [13JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1173 [21JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicaid: allow for Federal financial participation for services furnished to patients in institutions for mental diseases (see H.R. 5944), H921 [15JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Occupational Safety and Health Act: expand coverage to public sector employees (see H.R. 3139), H1352 [22JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2551 [17MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (H.R. 8016), H2622 [19MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (H.R. 7545), H2220 [12FE]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1150, H1151 [21JA]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1149 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1314 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2445 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1314 [22JA], H1969 [3FE], H2445 [5MR], E121• [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), E138• [13FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H202 [8JA], E20• [9JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1188, H1192• [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, E121• [10FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), E113• [9FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), E76• [27JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2445 [5MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1314 [22JA], E121• [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, E258• [24MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, E138• [13FE]

McCONNELL, MITCH (a Senator from Kentucky)

Addresses

Tribute to Dan Caudill: Jennifer Hancock, S418 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see S. 1261), S378 [29JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S775 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S98 [8JA]

Dept. of Defense: funding, S410 [30JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S410 [30JA]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S197 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S775 [4MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S98 [8JA]

Tributes

Caudill, Sanford (Dan), S417 [30JA]

Grove, Paul, S1315 [19MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N., S1035 [12MR]

Stivers, Robert, S1044• [12MR]

McCOOK, CHARLES W. (WOODY)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E48 [16JA]

McCORMACK, RYAN

Cloture motions

Dept. of Transportation: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Motions

Dept. of Transportation: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Transportation: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE], S691, S701 [26FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

McCORMICK, DAVID (a Senator from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit certain abortion-related discrimination in government activities (see S. 1756), S345 [28JA]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1545 [23MR]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see S. 1454), S1545 [23MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish additional reporting requirements relative to foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land (see S. 1969), S16 [5JA]

——— establish country of origin labeling requirements for beef (see S. 421), S130 [12JA]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S1206 [18MR]

——— publish annual assessment on U.S. dependency on critical agricultural products or inputs from China (see S. 912), S16 [5JA]

Dept. of Energy: reestablish National Coal Council to provide advice and recommendations on matters related to coal and coal industry (see S. 3335), S50 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: increase number of permanent faculty in palliative care at allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, and other programs, and promote education in palliative care and hospice (see S. 2287), S553 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S959 [10MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (see S. 3578), S490 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S733 [2MR]

——— carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S554 [10FE]

——— designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see S. 4031), S915 [9MR]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S1092 [17MR]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see S. 545), S553 [10FE]

FDA: establish additional authorities regarding conduct of pediatric investigations of molecularly targeted drugs to treat cancer (see S. 3302), S258 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Federal Highway Administration: reauthorize and improve wildlife crossings program (see S. 3556), S1545 [23MR]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Foreign trade: authorize extension of nondiscriminatory treatment (normal trade relations treatment) to products of certain countries (see S. 3103), S419 [30JA]

——— facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see S. 691), S16 [5JA]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S803 [4MR]

FTC and NSF: support research about impact of digital communication platforms on society by providing privacy-protected, secure pathways for independent research on data held by large social media companies (see S. 3292), S116 [8JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see S. 1261), S1047 [12MR]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see S. 1816), S1091 [17MR]

——— provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (see S. 339), S731 [2MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

Monuments and memorials: establish on National Mall memorial to commemorate sacrifice and service of women who worked on home front during World War II (see S. 1088), S1545 [23MR]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1545 [23MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S292 [27JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S377 [29JA]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see S. 1945), S50 [6JA]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S733 [2MR]

Taxation: treat certain amounts paid for physical activity, fitness, and exercise as amounts paid for medical care (see S. 1144), S1056 [16MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S291 [27JA] (see S. 3752), S535 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Iran: promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

Public utilities: establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see S. 3835), S577 [11FE]

SEC: lower aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity necessary for issuer to qualify as well-known seasoned issuer (see S. 3749), S377 [29JA]

——— raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S777 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S599 [12FE], S1514 [22MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S599 [12FE], S1514 [22MR]

Tributes

Sheetz, Steve, S253• [15JA]

McCORMICK, RICHARD (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID: transfer all functions, duties, assets, etc., relating to implementing and administering Food for Peace Act to Dept. of Agriculture (see H.R. 1207), H921 [15JA]

Armed Forces: reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H894 [14JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H135 [7JA]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2188 [11FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1977 [3FE]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H2097 [9FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2531 [16MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2097 [9FE]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2033 [4FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1173 [21JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H719 [13JA]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see H.R. 7534), H2229 [17FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H135 [7JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide refundable tax credit for non-directed living kidney donations (see H.R. 2687), H656 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (see H.R. 7660), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of State: ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (see H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

Export Control Reform Act: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (see H.R. 7962), H2550 [17MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of State: ensure that persons found responsible for unauthorized diversion or destruction of U.S. humanitarian assistance are liable to U.S. (H.R. 7649), H2258 [23FE]

Export Control Reform Act: amend relative to review of interagency dispute resolution process (H.R. 7962), H2551 [17MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: expand definition of historically Black college or university to include schools established prior to November 8, 1965, so long as such schools meet all other required criteria (H.R. 7660), H2424 [5MR]

Resignations

Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2687 [25MR]

Tributes

Macdonald, Mike, H2174 [11FE]

Spry, Marvin (Dell), H2014 [4FE]

Taylor, Maria, H2174 [11FE]

McCUMBER, KEVIN F.

Letters

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

McDONALD, COLIN

Cloture motions

Dept. of Justice: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1526 [23MR], S1565–S1567 [24MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

McDONALD RIVET, KRISTEN (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: include affordable housing incentives in certain capital investment grants (see H.R. 4576), H1950 [2FE]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2484 [12MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Great Lakes Fishery Commission: provide for development of efforts to combat invasive species of mussels (see H.R. 6053), H136 [7JA]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2119 [10FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1352 [22JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H2120 [10FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: include hours worked in excess of law enforcement premium pay limits for certain Federal officers in computation of annuity (see H.R. 3305), H894 [14JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H2120 [10FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2677 [24MR]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 942), H136 [7JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2297 [24FE]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Rare Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 732), H136 [7JA]

Taxation: modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2259 [23FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, in recognition of actions during D-Day invasion and contributions to success of Allied forces during World War II (see H.R. 4621), H135 [7JA]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal to U.S. nationals who joined Royal Canadian Air Force or Royal Air Force (see H.R. 3830), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (H.R. 8056), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (H.R. 7069), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (H.R. 7437), H2096 [9FE]

McDOWELL, ADDISON P. (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see H.R. 4463), H2188 [11FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2229 [17FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish rebuttable presumption that immigrant defendant poses danger to community for purposes of determining whether to release or detain defendant pending trial (see H.R. 6582), H136 [7JA]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H1912 [23JA]

——— submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2677 [24MR]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see H.R. 7112), H1977 [3FE]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2221 [12FE]

EPA: exclude certain units of facilities from definition of solid waste incineration unit (see H.R. 6566), H2188 [11FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2474 [5MR]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H895 [14JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H2033 [4FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2531 [16MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

NOAA: reform Marine Recreational Information Program of National Marine Fisheries Service (see H.R. 5699), H1173 [21JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: establish Chief Critical Minerals Negotiator (see H.R. 6659), H136 [7JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2677 [24MR]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2473 [5MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1977 [3FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H2551 [17MR]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (H.R. 7184), H1172 [21JA]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (H.R. 7625), H2235 [20FE]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1136 [21JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2540 [17MR]

Navab, Mehri: Girl Scouts National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award recipient, H728 [14JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1136 [21JA]

Tributes

Demm, Christopher M., H2537 [17MR]

McGARVEY, MORGAN (a Representative from Kentucky)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2098 [9FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit funding to engage in operations to invade or seize territory from Canada, Panama, or Greenland (see H.R. 1936), H13 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H657 [12JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1173 [21JA]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1950 [2FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H656 [12JA]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— expand health care and benefits for veterans who are victims of military sexual trauma (see H.R. 2576), H2097 [9FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2473 [5MR]

——— improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

——— report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1173 [21JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H136 [7JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H925 [16JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1352 [22JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H136 [7JA]

National Archives and Records Administration: establish Missing Armed Forces and Civilian Personnel Records Collection (see H.R. 6723), H2474 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1938 [2FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H908 [15JA]

Neville, David: Dept. of State Citizen Diplomat Award recipient, E123• [10FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2646 [24MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H908 [15JA]

McGOVERN, JAMES P. (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

——— suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, Miles Parks, NPR.org (Internet site), H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, Peter Charalambous, ABC News (Internet site), H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election, David Cottrell, Michael C. Herron, and Sean J. Westwood, Electoral Studies (publication) (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, Kevin Frey, MS NOW (news service), H2693 [25MR]

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, CBS8.com (Internet site), H2541 [17MR]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, Alex Nowrasteh, CATO Institute, H2126 [11FE]

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, Erin Doherty, Politico (publication), H116 [7JA]

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, Andrew A. Newman, Fortune (publication), H2541 [17MR]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, Stephen Richer, CATO Institute, H2127 [11FE]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, American Immigration Council, H2127 [11FE]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, Lydia Morrell and David Griswold, KARE11.com (Internet site), H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 40), H2259 [23FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 3602), H921 [15JA] (see H.R. 7046), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

——— establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation (see H.R. 6780), H2677 [24MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— reform farm loans and National Appeals Division process (see H.R. 6169), H136 [7JA]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H1352 [22JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2259 [23FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H895 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran (see H. Res. 993), H1923 [30JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Library of Congress: carry out activities to support Armenian Genocide education programs (see H.R. 2585), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2677 [24MR]

National CACFP Week: designate (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H922 [15JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Technology: prohibit sales of most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to countries of concern and facilitate safe and efficient transfer of chips to approved U.S. persons abroad (see H.R. 6879), H136 [7JA]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— govern on behalf of American people (see H.R. 7007), H654 [12JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), consideration (see H. Res. 986), H655 [12JA]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

House of Representatives: enable to be responsive to membership (see H. Res. 997), H893 [14JA]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (H. Res. 997), consideration (see H. Res. 999), H893 [14JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), H1351 [22JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), H655 [12JA]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (H.R. 7521), H2220 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (H.R. 7546), H2220 [12FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2121 [11FE], H2345 [3MR]

Remarks

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

Appropriations: legislative process, H1178 [22JA], H1957, H1958 [3FE], H2693, H2694 [25MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2408 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1318, H1319, H1320, H1324 [22JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1132, H1134, H1137 [21JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2539, H2544 [17MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H114 [7JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1132, H1134, H1136, H1137 [21JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H124, H126 [7JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: decision to terminate Household Food Security reports, H112 [7JA]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2270, H2272, H2274 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H114, H115, H120 [7JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2122 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H1953 [3FE]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1178, H1180, H1182 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2691, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2689, H2691, H2692, H2695 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2689 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1953, H1954, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2691, H2692 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2122, H2124, H2131, H2133, H2134, H2135 [11FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2539, H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H114, H120 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1178, H1182 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1953, H1954, H1955, H1956, H1957, H1958 [3FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2689 [25MR]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1953, H1958 [3FE]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

——— lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114 [7JA], H1133, H1134, H1135, H1137 [21JA], H2541 [17MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2122 [11FE]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Gardner, MA: tribute to Growing Places (organization), H2345 [3MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H1956 [3FE]

House of Representatives: legislative process, H2271 [24FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2693 [25MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2539, H2544 [17MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2539, H2540, H2544 [17MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2270, H2272, H2274 [24FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Massachusetts: tribute to Boys & Girls Club of Metro South efforts to address teen hunger and food insecurity, H2687 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1954, H1958 [3FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953 [3FE]

New York, NY: tribute to Refettorio Harlem (organization), H2269 [24FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2122 [11FE]

Nuclear weapons: reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

——— urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H2543 [17MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H116, H118, H124, H126 [7JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2542 [17MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1132, H1134, H1136, H1137 [21JA]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119 [7JA], H1958 [3FE], H2539 [17MR], H2695 [25MR]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2689 [25MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180 [22JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H807 [14JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H114 [7JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2694 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration, H1133 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2542 [17MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H1135 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H2274 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2272 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1180, H1182 [22JA], H1954 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2408 [4MR], H2544 [17MR], H2689 [25MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122, H2124, H2131, H2133, H2134, H2135 [11FE]

Tributes

Salazar, Ray, H1182 [22JA]

Slavinskas, Jonathan, H2240 [23FE]

McGOWAN, JOHNNY

Remarks in House

African American Heritage Advisory Board: Lifetime Achievement award recipient, E189 [4MR]

McGRATH, THOMAS (MUCKA)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E226 [17MR]

McGUIRE, JOHN J., III (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2033 [4FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see H.R. 6359), H253 [8JA]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2188 [11FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish grant program to address forestry workforce development needs (see H.R. 4575), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish rebuttable presumption that immigrant defendant poses danger to community for purposes of determining whether to release or detain defendant pending trial (see H.R. 6582), H253 [8JA]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2484 [12MR]

——— waive vehicle weight limitations for certain logging vehicles to allow for travel on Federal highways (see H.R. 2166), H2473 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2119 [10FE]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see H.R. 6392), H949 [20JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2477 [9MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2334 [26FE]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H1923 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1950 [2FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2552 [17MR]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2477 [9MR]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H135 [7JA]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H135 [7JA]

——— temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H253 [8JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2477 [9MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H949 [20JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2477 [9MR]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1950 [2FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H925 [16JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— improve and enhance work opportunity tax credit to encourage longer-service employment and make it more effective as hiring incentive for targeted workers (see H.R. 6231), H2120 [10FE]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2551 [17MR]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2477 [9MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1024), H1921 [30JA]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

Sweet Briar College: anniversary (see H. Res. 1053), H2119 [10FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1171 [21JA]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (H.R. 7935), H2530 [16MR]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (H.R. 7368), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (H.R. 7185), H1172 [21JA]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (H.R. 7051), H894 [14JA]

Remarks

Charlottesville, VA: tribute to Charlottesville Hyperbarics, H2206 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347 [3MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698, H2699, H2700, H2702, H2703, H2704 [25MR]

Tributes

Edmunds, Edith Younger, H2011 [4FE]

Hess, Timothy C., H1338 [22JA]

Sigsbee, Ryan, H605 [9JA]

McHUGH, SANDRA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E219 [16MR]

MCINTIRE-STENNIS ACT DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA EQUALITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

McIVER, LaMONICA (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: ensure affordable abortion coverage for every woman (see H.R. 4611), H1173 [21JA]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (see H.R. 1902), H2711 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to persons suffering discrimination due to sexual orientation or gender identity (see H.R. 3696), H2477 [9MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H2297 [24FE]

——— issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide abortion care, counseling, and related services and medication to certain individuals who receive health care through Dept. (see H.R. 4876), H135 [7JA]

Election Assistance Commission: make grants to States for procuring and maintaining electronic pollbooks with capability of collecting and disseminating wait time information (see H.R. 4881), H2370 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: prohibit sale and distribution of expanded polystyrene food service ware, expanded polystyrene loose fill, and expanded polystyrene coolers (see H.R. 1918), H2235 [20FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal employees: provide pay equality and more accurate computation of retirement benefits for certain firefighters employed by Federal Government (see H.R. 759), H2598 [18MR]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2598 [18MR]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H2188 [11FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H925 [16JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: require coverage for annual lung cancer screening with no cost sharing for certain individuals and expand coverage of counseling and pharmacotherapy for cessation of tobacco use (see H.R. 6178), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H2259 [23FE]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2677 [24MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Social Security: limit amount of monthly benefit that may be withheld due to overpayments (see H.R. 2999), H1977 [3FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (H.R. 7982), H2597 [18MR]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H702 [13JA]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2669 [24MR]

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

Newark, NJ: tribute to Arts High School girls’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

——— tribute to Malcolm X Shabazz High School boys’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

Tributes

Acebo, Andres, H2432 [5MR]

Angelica, Sophia, H2667 [24MR]

Jordan, Michael B., H2607 [19MR]

Swandrak, John, H1939 [2FE]

Woolard, Terry, H2084 [9FE]

McKEE, KEVIN

Remarks in House

Paralympic Games: tribute to participation, H2489 [16MR]

McKIE, LAURA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E192 [5MR]

McKINNEY-RAINEY, PAULA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E171 [2MR]

McKINNIE, JOHNNIE M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E141 [17FE]

McLAURIN, CHARLES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E121 [10FE]

McMAHON, DAVID

Remarks in House

Tribute, H142 [8JA]

McMILLAN, JADA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1365 [19MR]

McMILLON, DOUG

Remarks in House

Tribute, H139 [8JA]

McNAMARA, JENNIFER WICKS

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Ambassador to Vietnam: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

McNEIL, JOSEPH

Bills and resolutions

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

McPHEE, ROLIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E77 [27JA]

McPIKE, R. KIRK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2174 [11FE]

McRAE, CLINT

Remarks in House

Walker County, TX: tribute to Walker County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

McVEDA, WILLIAM L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2308 [25FE]

MEDAL OF SACRIFICE ACT

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3497, provisions, H1925 [2FE]

MEDALS see Awards, Medals, Prizes

MEDDERS, BILLIE J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E164 [25FE]

MEDICAL DEVICES

Bills and resolutions

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Taxation: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (see H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks in House

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

MEDICAL RECORDS ACCESS FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7790), H2419 [4MR]

MEDICARE EXPANSION AND LOWERING COSTS NOW ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

MEDICARE FOR ALL ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

MEDICARE MULTI-CANCER EARLY DETECTION SCREENING COVERAGE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

MEDICARE PAYMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Medicare: require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

MEDICARE/MEDICAID see Social Security

MEDICINES FOR THE PEOPLE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

MEEKS, GREGORY W. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1923 [30JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H949 [20JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2371 [3MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H136 [7JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H949 [20JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

SEC: provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (H.J. Res. 147), H1949 [2FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (H.J. Res. 150), H2229 [17FE]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H639, H640 [12JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2396, H2398, H2409, H2410 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317, H1319, H1320, H1321, H1323, H1324 [22JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2112 [10FE]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H644 [12JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Sorffly Davius, H2666 [24MR]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2112 [10FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2393, H2395 [4MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2155, H2156, H2157, H2158, H2159, H2160 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1181 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2393, H2395, H2396, H2398, H2409, H2410 [4MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2155, H2157, H2160 [11FE]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, H2156 [11FE]

Tributes

Black, Ethel L. Cuff, E165• [25FE]

Bonds, Crystal, E111• [5FE]

Cotton, Rick, E93• [3FE]

MEJIA, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2308 [25FE]

MELBOURNE, FL

Remarks in House

Brevard Zoo: Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy: tribute to boys’ soccer team, H2588 [18MR]

MELBOURNE BEACH, FL

Remarks in House

Wildlife: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

MELENDEZ, KRYSTAL

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

MELGREN, ERIC F.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2680 [25MR]

MELIDEO, LEDA A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E58 [20JA]

MELT ICE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

MELVILL, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2686 [25MR]

MEMBERS OF CONGRESS related term(s) Congress; House of Representatives; Senate; Votes in House; Votes in Senate

Amendments

Aviation: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Doug LaMalfa, H122 [7JA]

Moment of silence in memory of Richard T. Schulze, H227 [8JA]

Appointments

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Bills and resolutions

Aviation: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

——— preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (see H. Res. 1048), H2118 [10FE]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Constitutional amendments: implement proposed amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

——— require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide funding for administrative expenses during any lapse in appropriations and require to be responsive to congressional offices during such lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7617), H2233 [20FE]

Gonzales, Representative: censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

——— remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

House of Representatives: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (see H. Res. 997), H893 [14JA]

——— enable to be responsive to membership (H. Res. 997), consideration (see H. Res. 999), H893 [14JA]

——— notify President that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 974), H12 [6JA]

——— notify Senate that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 975), H12 [6JA]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

——— require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

——— require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Income: eliminate automatic salary adjustments (see H.R. 7628), H2234 [20FE]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

Investments: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (see H. Res. 978), H134 [7JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Motor vehicles: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Certificates of appointment

Senate: Alan Armstrong, S1568 [24MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives: Christina Adkins, Texas Director of Elections, H1936 [2FE]

——— Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk of the House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

Lists

Members of Congress taking oath for access to classified information, H2039 [5FE]

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Education and Workforce (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on the Judiciary (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Senate Quarterly Mass Mail, S298 [27JA]

Oaths of office

Armstrong, Alan: Senate, S1568 [24MR]

Menefee, Christian D.: House of Representatives, H1937, H1947 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): minority party appointments (H. Res. 1048), H2115 [10FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

——— importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA], H2423 [5MR], H2615 [19MR]

——— tribute to tradition of gifting baby chick painting to Washington (State) newest congressional delegation member, H105 [7JA]

Congressional Black Caucus: tribute, H2101 [10FE]

Costa, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H668 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

DeSaulnier, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1990 [4FE]

——— tribute to staff, H1990 [4FE]

Dexter, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H229 [8JA]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

House of Representatives: notify President that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 974), H4 [6JA]

——— notify Senate that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 975), H4 [6JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Hoyer, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H138 [8JA]

LaMalfa, Doug: tribute (H. Res. 978), H112 [7JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Menefee, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1937 [2FE]

Political ethics: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H139 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H942 [20JA]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Votes, correction: Boebert, H213 [8JA]

——— Carson, E45 [15JA]

——— Crawford, E202 [9MR]

——— Davids, E68 [22JA]

——— Houlahan, H2583 [18MR]

——— Johnson, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’, Jr., E49 [16JA]

——— Lee, Susie, H604 [9JA]

——— Meuser, E71 [23JA], E169 [26FE]

——— Norcross, E152 [23FE]

——— Perez, H2583 [18MR]

——— Stefanik, E71 [23JA]

Votes, position on missed: Allen, H1960 [3FE], H2171 [11FE]

——— Auchincloss, E164 [25FE], E260 [24MR]

——— Baird, E9 [7JA], E15 [8JA], E170 [26FE], E231 [18MR]

——— Balderson, H2584 [18MR]

——— Barr, H2169 [11FE]

——— Barragan, E105 [4FE]

——— Bell, H1938 [2FE], H2287 [24FE]

——— Bonamici, H2392 [4MR]

——— Brecheen, E243 [19MR]

——— Carey, E241 [19MR]

——— Carter, Earl L. ‘‘Buddy’’, H2277 [24FE]

——— Casar, E31 [13JA], E61 [21JA]

——— Castor, E116 [9FE]

——— Ciscomani, H2082 [9FE]

——— Conaway, E42 [14JA], E75 [27JA], E164 [25FE]

——— Correa, H2277 [24FE], E230 [18MR]

——— Crenshaw, E103 [4FE]

——— DeLauro, H604 [9JA]

——— DeSaulnier, H1960 [3FE]

——— Dexter, E24 [12JA]

——— Diaz-Balart, E232 [18MR]

——— Feenstra, E95 [3FE]

——— Foster, E122 [10FE]

——— Garamendi, E111 [5FE]

——— Garcia, Sylvia R., H2392 [4MR]

——— Goldman, Daniel S., H647 [12JA], H2666 [24MR]

——— Gomez, H2083 [9FE], H2277 [24FE]

——— Graves, H647 [12JA], H2083 [9FE]

——— Grijalva, H2010 [4FE]

——— Haridopolos, H2286 [24FE]

——— Higgins, H2450 [5MR]

——— Hill, E32 [13JA], E63 [21JA]

——— Himes, E32 [13JA]

——— Hinson, H647 [12JA]

——— Houlahan, E122 [10FE]

——— Huizenga, H940 [20JA]

——— Jayapal, H2450 [5MR], E61 [21JA]

——— Kim, H2286 [24FE]

——— LaHood, E267 [25MR]

——— Landsman, E101 [4FE]

——— Langworthy, H604 [9JA], H1938 [2FE]

——— Larson, E67 [22JA]

——— Latimer, E240 [19MR]

——— Lawler, H940 [20JA]

——— Lee, Susie, H1960 [3FE]

——— Mackenzie, H940 [20JA]

——— Magaziner, E171 [2MR]

——— Menefee, H2010 [4FE]

——— Miller, Carol D., H1330 [22JA]

——— Moore, Tim, H733 [14JA]

——— Morelle, E87 [2FE]

——— Moulton, E135 [12FE], E193 [5MR]

——— Murphy, E9 [7JA], E71 [23JA]

——— Nadler, H2287 [24FE], H2306 [25FE]

——— Pelosi, E127 [11FE]

——— Perry, H2138 [11FE]

——— Pettersen, E33 [13JA], E55 [20JA], E122 [10FE]

——— Pocan, E62 [21JA]

——— Ramirez, E61 [21JA]

——— Roy, H2277 [24FE]

——— Rutherford, E23, E25, E28 [12JA]

——— Scholten, H940 [20JA], H2083 [9FE], H2666 [24MR], E31 [13JA]

——— Shreve, H940 [20JA]

——— Smith, Adam, E124 [10FE], E193 [5MR]

——— Spartz, H2277 [24FE]

——— Stansbury, H677 [13JA], H2277 [24FE]

——— Stefanik, H1157 [21JA], H1185 [22JA], H2083 [9FE], H2279 [24FE]

——— Stutzman, H1938 [2FE]

——— Sykes, E41 [14JA], E134 [12FE], E188 [4MR]

——— Tenney, H2277 [24FE]

——— Thompson, Glenn, H801 [14JA]

——— Timmons, H2277 [24FE]

——— Titus, H2083 [9FE], H2279, H2286 [24FE], H2306 [25FE]

——— Tokuda, H2666 [24MR]

——— Tonko, H1960 [3FE]

——— Trahan, H2279 [24FE]

——— Valadao, H2392 [4MR]

——— Wagner, E61 [21JA]

——— Wasserman Schultz, H940 [20JA], E230 [18MR]

——— Webster, E8 [7JA]

——— Williams, Roger, H647 [12JA]

——— Wilson, Joe, H1960 [3FE]

——— Womack, H604 [9JA], H647 [12JA], H907 [15JA], H940 [20JA], H1139, H1157 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Aviation: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (S. Res. 585), S263 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

Committee to escort President Trump into House chamber: authority to appoint, S625 [23FE]

Congress: oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Grassley, Senator: hosting of town halls with constituents in each Iowa county, S666 [25FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Income: prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Senate: impact of partisanship, S186 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405–S407, S409 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190–S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

——— tribute to ‘‘Famous Five’’ former Senators commemorated in Senate reception room portraits, S1017 [12MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

Senate Rules: notify Members of paragraph 2 of Rule XIX relative to decorum during debate, S3 [5JA]

Tillis, Senator: appreciation of opportunity to serve, S202 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Votes, position on missed: Bennet, S756 [3MR]

——— Blunt Rochester, S46 [6JA]

——— Gallego, S1578 [24MR]

——— Klobuchar, S530 [9FE], S1542 [23MR]

——— Luján, S550 [10FE]

——— Peters, S375 [29JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports filed

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Resignations

Committee on Ethics (House): Representative Rutherford, H4 [6JA]

Committee on Foreign Affairs (House): Representative McCormick, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): Representative Beyer, H2082 [9FE]

——— Representative Max L. Miller, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Small Business (House): Representative Conaway, H1935 [2FE]

——— Representative Downing, H2687 [25MR]

——— Representative LaLota, H2687 [25MR]

House Republican Caucus: Representative Kiley, H2580 [18MR]

Senate: Senator Mullin, S1559 [23MR]

Rulings of the Chair

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 974, notify President that quorum has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 975, notify Senate that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 978, tribute to Doug LaMalfa, H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 979, majority party appointments to Committee on Ethics (House), H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 1048, minority party appointments to Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2115 [10FE]

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

S. 4123, End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, S1356 [19MR]

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

S. Res. 585, tribute to Ben Nighthorse Campbell, S261 [15JA]

Tributes

Armstrong, Senator, S1567 [24MR]

Brooke, Edward W., III, E187 [4MR]

Brownley, Representative, H937 [20JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse, H594 [9JA]

Hamilton, Lee H., E160 [24FE]

Hoyer, Representative, H138, H139, H144 [8JA], H2376 [4MR]

Jackson Lee, Sheila, H2214 [12FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H5 [6JA], H104, H121, H122 [7JA], H231–H239 [8JA], H604, H606, H611 [9JA], H619 [12JA]

Lee, Senator, S1003 [11MR]

Menefee, Representative, H1937 [2FE]

Ottinger, Richard L., H2451 [5MR]

Sasse, Ben, H665 [13JA]

Schulze, Richard T., H227 [8JA], E69 [22JA]

Turner, Sylvester, H2214 [12FE], H2454 [5MR]

White, George H., H1993 [4FE]

MEMPHIS, TN

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S1605 [25MR]

MENDELSON, PHIL

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2006 [4FE]

MENDENHALL, MS

Remarks in House

First Baptist Church Mendenhall: anniversary, E229 [18MR]

MENDES, BRUNO

Remarks in House

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

MENDOZA, FERNANDO

Remarks in Senate

Heisman Trophy Trust: Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

MENDOZA, LIONEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E75 [27JA]

MENDOZA, LUCAS J.

Remarks in House

Dept. of Education: Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

MENEFEE, CHRISTIAN D. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

District of Columbia: statehood (see H.R. 51), H2484 [12MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2677 [24MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (see H.R. 5361), H2677 [24MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H2477 [9MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2371 [3MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2477 [9MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Voting: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (see H.R. 14), H2598 [18MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

——— remove deadline for ratification of constitutional amendment to ensure equal rights (see H.J. Res. 80), H2371 [3MR]

Letters

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives: Christina Adkins, Texas Director of Elections, H1936 [2FE]

——— Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk of the House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

Oaths of office

House of Representatives, H1937, H1947 [2FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2669 [24MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2590 [18MR]

House of Representatives: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1937 [2FE]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2590 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2586, H2590 [18MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2669 [24MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2010• [4FE]

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H1937 [2FE]

Tributes

Turner, Sylvester, H2454 [5MR]

MENENDEZ, ROBERT (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Alien Enemies Act: repeal (see H.R. 630), H2188 [11FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2188 [11FE]

Courts: eliminate mandatory arbitration clauses in employment, consumer, civil rights, and antitrust cases (see H.R. 5350), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: clarify availability and appropriateness of training for local school food service personnel (see H.R. 3367), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Defense: include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2188 [11FE]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Labor: establish eligibility requirements for education support professionals at schools under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 5222), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve and expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation for survivors of certain veterans (see H.R. 2055), H13 [6JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H135 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2229 [17FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Immigration: exempt unaccompanied alien children from certain fees tied to humanitarian protection, cancel funding for body examinations of children in custody, and prohibit sharing of sponsor information (see H.R. 6389), H2236 [20FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2236 [20FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H719 [13JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H2229 [17FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2370 [3MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Transportation: provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (see H.R. 7797), H2419 [4MR]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: require data centers to generate electricity (H.R. 6983), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (H.R. 6984), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of Transportation: provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (H.R. 7797), H2421 [4MR]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (H.R. 7943), H2530 [16MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (H.R. 7263), H1916 [27JA]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (H.R. 7294), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H129 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2017 [4FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H148 [8JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2017 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H607 [9JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1338 [22JA], H2208 [12FE]

MENG, GRACE (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2097 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building, Miller Place, NY: designate (see H.R. 5642), H1950 [2FE]

Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5641), H1950 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H2097 [9FE]

——— include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2677 [24MR]

——— require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H1922 [30JA]

——— provide coverage for infertility treatment and standard fertility preservation services (see H.R. 220), H925 [16JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H2033 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2598 [18MR]

——— protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1352 [22JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require disclosure of conflicts of interest relative to rulemaking (see H.R. 6145), H2236 [20FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2551 [17MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran (see H. Res. 993), H1923 [30JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2598 [18MR]

IRS: clarify that all Internal Revenue Code provisions shall apply to legally married same-sex couples in same manner as other married couples (see H.R. 4157), H2236 [20FE]

——— codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H656 [12JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2422 [4MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide that Federal law enforcement officers may only use deadly force when necessary to prevent imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury (see H.R. 7439), H2095 [9FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (H.R. 7223), H1351 [22JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide that Federal law enforcement officers may only use deadly force when necessary to prevent imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury (H.R. 7439), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H202 [8JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H738 [14JA]

MENTAL HEALTH

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

——— prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

——— protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H11 [6JA]

——— award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilot program to adopt dogs from local animal shelters to be trained as therapy dogs (see S. 4079), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of HUD: provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out pilot program to provide grants to outpatient mental health facilities for provision of culturally competent, evidence-based mental health care for veterans (see S. 4137), S1205 [18MR]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR] (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

——— make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Detransition Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 643), S1056 [16MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

House of Representatives: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

Information technology: require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE] (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Saralynn Anderson, S756 [3MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Brain Awareness Week: observance, E242 [19MR]

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143 [20FE]

Children and youth: prohibit funding for gender transition procedures, H2611 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (H.R. 1902), H2206 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Health: reduce barriers to mental health crisis intervention and treatment, H705 [13JA]

Los Angeles, CA: Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program funding, H2103 [10FE]

Mental Health America of Lancaster County (organization): anniversary, E212 [12MR]

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

Taxation: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

National School Counseling Week: designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Reports filed

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Texts of

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 596, National School Counseling Week, S492 [4FE]

S. Res. 624, National Social and Emotional Learning Week, S734 [2MR]

S. Res. 643, Detransition Awareness Day, S1057 [16MR]

MENTAL HEALTH ACCESS AND PROVIDER SUPPORT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 4202, provisions, S1616 [25MR]

MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA OF LANCASTER COUNTY (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E212 [12MR]

MENTAL HEALTH AND MAKING ACCESS MORE AFFORDABLE (MENTAL HEALTH AND MAMA) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

MENTAL HEALTH CAREER PROMOTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

MENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH ACCELERATOR ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

MERCER, WILLIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E194 [5MR]

MERCHANT MARINE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

MERCHANT MARINE INDUSTRY related term(s) Cargo Transportation; Ships and Vessels

Bills and resolutions

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

MEREDITH, MILEY

Remarks in House

Scouting America (organization): Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

MERGER AGREEMENT APPROVALS CLARITY AND PREDICTABILITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6570) (H. Rept. 119–535), H2326 [25FE]

MERGER PROCESS REVIEW ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6546) (H. Rept. 119–528), H2326 [25FE]

MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

MERKLEY, JEFF (a Senator from Oregon)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S836, S847, S848, S849 [4MR], S890, S891, S897 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279, S1283, S1284 [18MR], S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1396 [19MR], S1448 [20MR], S1581 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA], S162, S175 (see H.R. 6938), S163 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S392 [29JA], S415 [30JA]

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, Ian Vandewalker, Brennan Center for Justice, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S17 [5JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

China: provide for imposition of sanctions relative to forced organ harvesting (see S. 4009), S881 [5MR]

——— support human rights of Uyghurs and members of other minority groups residing in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct identity (see S. 1542), S1091 [17MR]

Courts: permit claims for money damages for personal injuries and death caused by Federal law enforcement officers without first being presented to appropriate Federal agencies (see S. 3803), S533 [9FE]

——— provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see S. 3187), S291 [27JA]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1444 [20MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Energy: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: eliminate consideration of income of organ recipients in providing reimbursement of expenses to donating individuals (see S. 957), S345 [28JA]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S471 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S220 [14JA]

——— authorize urbanized area formula grants for service improvement and safety and security enhancement (see S. 3455), S1206 [18MR]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S803 [4MR]

——— remove requirement to consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes under Corridor Identification and Development Program (see S. 3728), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S491 [4FE]

——— expand eligibility of Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program to National Guard members who perform certain full-time duty (see S. 649), S803 [4MR]

——— improve provision of health care (see S. 3466), S291 [27JA]

——— modify authorities relative to collective bargaining of Veterans Health Administration employees (see S. 1650), S162 [13JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Law enforcement: ensure that U.S., State, and local governments are liable for monetary damages for constitutional violations by law enforcement officers (see S. 3186), S291 [27JA]

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Occupational Safety and Health Act: expand coverage to public sector employees (see S. 1881), S959 [10MR]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S291 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see S. 3442), S490 [4FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S682 [25FE]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1092 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

Health care professionals: recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association (see S. Res. 583), S257 [15JA]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

Taxation: impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S415 [30JA]

Privilege of the floor

Ambrozewicz, Maria, S262 [15JA]

Baskette, Wes, S262 [15JA]

Davenport, Grace, S262 [15JA]

Ellis, Xenia, S262 [15JA]

Hecox, Finnegan, S262 [15JA]

Huffman, Kiley, S262 [15JA]

Kaul, Shireen, S262 [15JA]

Marchetti, Zach, S262 [15JA]

Moser, Robin Watson, S262 [15JA]

Nieves, Inez, S262 [15JA]

Novack, Joseph, S262 [15JA]

Pandey, Anushka, S262 [15JA]

Schallich, Jack, S262 [15JA]

Sheehan, Violet, S262 [15JA]

Trechok, Mary, S262 [15JA]

Wendt, Justine, S262 [15JA]

Remarks

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

——— legislative process, S317 [28JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S78 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S727 [2MR]

Bureau of Prisons: require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, S1351 [19MR]

——— require convicted sex offenders to be housed in low-security facilites or higher rather than minimum security facilities, unanimous-consent request, S1351 [19MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S31, S32, S55 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S32, S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S56 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1601, S1602, S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S317 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1087 [17MR], S1349, S1350, S1352 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S235 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S415 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S317 [28JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S502 [5FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S207, S209 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S317 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S78 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S317 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S727 [2MR]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S996 [11MR]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, S79 [7JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1602, S1603 [25MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S78 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1087 [17MR], S1349, S1350, S1352 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1349, S1351 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1350, S1351 [19MR]

MESA COUNTY, CO

Bills and resolutions

Radioactive substances: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

MESCHER, JILL AND CHAD

Remarks in Senate

Le Mars, IA: tribute to Sugar N Spice (business), Lily Zita (business), and Mescher’s Clothing (business), S550 [10FE]

MESSMER, MARK B. (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2551 [17MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

FDA: nullify modifications made to risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for abortion pill mifepristone (see H.R. 679), H2032 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— remove silencers from definition of firearms relative to taxation, registration, and transfer laws (see H.R. 404), H894 [14JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions (see H.R. 1465), H253 [8JA]

Health: prohibit health care professionals, hospitals, or clinics from participating in chemical or surgical mutilation of child and provide private right of action for those damaged by such procedures (see H.R. 5483), H2033 [4FE]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2422 [4MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Immigration: prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H2033 [4FE]

Iran: impose additional sanctions and modify existing sanctions (see H.R. 2570), H2259 [23FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H922 [15JA]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (H.R. 7469), H2119 [10FE]

——— provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (H.R. 7264), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (H.R. 7720), H2333 [26FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (H.R. 7547), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H682 [13JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1175 [22JA]

METZ, KAREN A.

Obituaries

Personal, E100 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1939 [2FE], E100 [4FE]

METZGER, SCOTT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E63 [21JA]

MEUSER, DANIEL (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Corporate Transparency Act: repeal (see H.R. 425), H2473 [5MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: enter into cooperative agreements with State, local, or Tribal governments to increase purchase of local foods (see H.R. 4782), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Education: expand definition of professional degree (see H.R. 6718), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2677 [24MR]

——— extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H1950 [2FE]

——— issue guidance on coverage under Medicaid of certain pelvic health services furnished during postpartum period (see H.R. 4074), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see H.R. 309), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

——— direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1923 [30JA]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2221 [12FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2032 [4FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2097 [9FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

FRS: index statutory thresholds (see H.R. 7056), H949 [20JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare: adjust allowable direct and indirect costs for nursing and allied health education programs (see H.R. 1708), H2677 [24MR]

——— count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H2422 [4MR]

——— ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H2531 [16MR]

——— include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for purposes of annual wellness visit (see H.R. 1171), H1949 [2FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1923 [30JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Real estate: provide additional requirements for purchase and sale of conventional mortgages by enterprises (see H.R. 3206), H2236 [20FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2371 [3MR]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1976 [3FE]

States: make ineligible to receive funds under certain Federal programs unless State has in effect law restricting purchase of agricultural land by certain foreign persons (see H.R. 1184), H2677 [24MR]

Taxation: exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see H.R. 2660), H2477 [9MR]

——— make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2259 [23FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

FDIC: update inflation adjustment applicable to deposit insurance and share insurance (see H.R. 8088), H2710 [25MR]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

SBA: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

Securities: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is relative to securities of issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (H.R. 7837), H2473 [5MR]

FDIC: update inflation adjustment applicable to deposit insurance and share insurance (H.R. 8088), H2711 [25MR]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (H.R. 7548), H2220 [12FE]

SBA: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (H.R. 7401), H2041 [5FE]

Securities: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is with respect to securities of an issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (H.R. 7127), H924 [16JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2409 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2173 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2409 [4MR]

Votes: correction, E71• [23JA], E169• [26FE]

MEXICO, UNITED STATES OF

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

Immigration: provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (see H.R. 7105), H919 [15JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Letters

Siege at the Alamo: William B. Travis, S736 [2MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Brownsville, TX: tribute to Hands Across the Border ceremony, E154 [23FE]

Immigration: secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Marin, Jhonier D.: Dept. of Defense Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Texas Independence Day: observance, S736 [2MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S1533 [23MR]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

MEYER, DAVID E. (ELLIOT)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H620 [12JA]

MEYER, ERIC

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

MEYER, JOHN S. (TILT)

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

MFUME, KWEISI (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2531 [16MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funds made available by previous appropriations from being used for any activity relative to implementing reorganization (see H.R. 433), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— support States and high-need local educational agencies in increasing number of mental health services providers in schools (see H.R. 4253), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1950 [2FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2188 [11FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2474 [5MR]

——— require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H719 [13JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Diseases and disorders: provide research and education on triple-negative breast cancer (see H.R. 1806), H2259 [23FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2297 [24FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H1173 [21JA]

Food and Nutrition Act: repeal limitation on maximum deduction for shelter expenses allowable for determination of benefits (see H.R. 793), H925 [16JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H922 [15JA]

FTC: establish protections for individual rights relative to computational algorithms (see H.R. 6356), H253 [8JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2236 [20FE]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2259 [23FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2371 [3MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1977 [3FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H925 [16JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2298 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H2225 [13FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish and support State-based universal health care systems that provide comprehensive health benefits to State residents (see H.R. 4406), H921 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2531 [16MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2235 [20FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1949 [2FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2598 [18MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H894 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (H.R. 7915), H2484 [12MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (H.R. 7549), H2220 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (H.R. 7740), H2333 [26FE]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (H.R. 7265), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1942 [2FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H8 [6JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H8 [6JA]

Tributes

Pierce, Ella Hillen, E233• [18MR]

MIAMI, FL

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: Representative Frederica S. Wilson, E212 [12MR]

Summaries

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

MIAMI SPRINGS, FL

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E75 [27JA]

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

Gilbert, Oliver G., III: 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Inc., Congressional Award recipient, E208 [12MR]

Miami Springs, FL: anniversary, E75 [27JA]

MICCOSUKEE RESERVED AREA ACT

Remarks in House

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

MICHAEL ENZI VOLUNTARY PROTECTION PROGRAM ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

MICHIGAN

Bills and resolutions

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Olympic Games: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

African Americans: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Calvin University: anniversary, H2548 [17MR]

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

Hammond, Della: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E143 [20FE]

New Baltimore, MI: anniversary of Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce, E69 [22JA]

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

Petoskey, MI: tribute to Petoskey High School steel drum band, E270 [25MR]

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Nature Conservancy (organization) Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Wilson, Ryan: Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Remarks in House

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

MICHIGAN CITY, IN

Remarks in House

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, E178 [3MR]

MICHIGAN-CANADA PARTNERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

MICKEL, CHARLIE

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2012 [4FE]

MIDDLE CLASS HOME TAX ELIMINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7131), H924 [16JA]

MIDDLE CLASS TAX RELIEF AND JOB CREATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Reports filed

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

MIDDLE EAST

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

——— condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

——— disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H1948 [2FE]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Iran: President Trump, S761 [3MR], H2367 [3MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2374 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2392–H2395 [4MR], H2456 [5MR], E193 [5MR]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Bahrain: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Hamas (terrorist organization): release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313, S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

United Kingdom: assessment of foreign policy and defense spending, S955 [10MR]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Res. 1099, reaffirm Iran as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2392 [4MR]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

MIDDLE MILE FOR RURAL AMERICA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

MIGRANT WORKERS see Agriculture

MIKESKA, TIM

Remarks in House

Taylor, TX: Outstanding Citizen of the Year award recipient, E47 [16JA]

MILES, JACE

Poems

‘‘O Senate’’, S264 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

MILES, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H144 [8JA]

MILITARY ASSISTANCE see Foreign Aid

MILITARY FINANCIAL LITERACY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

MILITARY FRIENDLY (organization)

Remarks in House

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

MILITARY LENDING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

MILITARY OCCUPANCY LIVING DEFENSE (MOLD) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA]

MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION

Remarks in Senate

Ridder, Jill: Milken Family Foundation Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

MILL HALL, PA

Remarks in House

Central Mountain High School: tribute to twirlers, H727 [14JA]

Central Mountain Middle School: tribute to twirlers, H727 [14JA]

MILLENNIUM CHALLENGE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

MILLENNIUM CHALLENGE CORP.

Bills and resolutions

Foreign aid: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

MILLER, BRIAN D.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

MILLER, CARA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

MILLER, CAROL D. (a Representative from West Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bureau of Prisons: provide increased locality pay rates to certain employees whose duty stations are in pay locality designated as ‘‘Rest of U.S.’’ (see H.R. 4008), H2297 [24FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow individuals with drug offenses to receive benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5223), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Commerce: modify procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 6446), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2485 [12MR]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2259 [23FE]

——— reauthorize and amend Community Services Block Grant Program (see H.R. 3131), H656 [12JA]

——— reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2235 [20FE]

——— establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H136 [7JA]

FDA: add alpha-gal to definition of ‘‘major food allergen’’ (see H.R. 1178), H2473 [5MR]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2370 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require greater transparency for Federal regulatory decisions that impact small businesses (see H.R. 1163), H894 [14JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H2336 [2MR]

Medicare: expand practitioners eligible to furnish telehealth services (see H.R. 1614), H135 [7JA]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

——— modify criteria for designation as rural emergency hospital (see H.R. 1775), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide for coverage and payment of Alpha–1 antitrypsin deficiency disorder treatment (see H.R. 2343), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2259 [23FE]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see H.R. 4792), H2598 [18MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1950 [2FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish tax on income from litigation which is received by third-party entities that provided financing for such litigation (see H.R. 3512), H656 [12JA]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2551 [17MR]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2259 [23FE]

——— make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2677 [24MR]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H253 [8JA]

——— provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

——— require online retailers collect and remit Federal excise taxes on purchase of imported sportfishing and archery equipment (see H.R. 1494), H253 [8JA]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H2422 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

Taxation: extend credit period for production of refined coal (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (H.R. 7224), H1351 [22JA]

Taxation: extend credit period for production of refined coal (H.R. 7070), H894 [14JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2423 [5MR]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, H1330• [22JA]

MILLER, GRACE HALL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E237 [19MR]

MILLER, J.T.

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, E116 [9FE]

MILLER, JACKSON

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

MILLER, JORDYN

Remarks in House

NASCAR: Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

MILLER, MARY E. (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend certain agricultural laws relative to definition of biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel (see H.R. 1719), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of State: require imposition of visa sanctions relative to each foreign person President determines has performed or otherwise facilitated chemical or surgical mutilations of U.S. minors (see H.R. 6876), H2484 [12MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2334 [26FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2598 [18MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H719 [13JA]

——— establish additional requirements related to ensuring safe placements for unaccompanied alien children (see H.R. 7538), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

Legislative branch of the Government: modify appointment and removal process for certain officers (see H.R. 6028), H2484 [12MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (see H.R. 5891), H656 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2334 [26FE]

Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr., Post Office Building, Plainfield, IL: designate (see H.R. 6020), H136 [7JA]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (H.R. 7661), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (H.R. 7726), H2333 [26FE]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (H.R. 7703), H2329 [25FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2597 [18MR]

SEC: prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (H.R. 7186), H1172 [21JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2261 [24FE]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1340 [22JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), H2172 [11FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1327 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2142 [11FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1340 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1340 [22JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2142 [11FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H235 [8JA]

MILLER, MATT

Remarks in House

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Grace Baptist Church, H2206 [12FE]

MILLER, MAX L. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2236 [20FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1352 [22JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H2120 [10FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2422 [4MR]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (see H.R. 4235), H1173 [21JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see H.R. 6949), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2712 [25MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H2422 [4MR]

FCC: prohibit application of private land use restrictions to amateur service communications without reasonable accommodations (see H.R. 1094), H949 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H949 [20JA]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H1173 [21JA]

Lebanon: authorize President to impose sanctions on any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process (see H.R. 7311), H2229 [17FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H949 [20JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2712 [25MR]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2677 [24MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see H.R. 2891), H1352 [22JA]

——— allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2422 [4MR]

——— exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

——— provide special rules for purposes of determining if financial guaranty insurance companies are qualifying insurance corporations under passive foreign investment company rules (see H.R. 2567), H13 [6JA]

——— reinstate special rate calculation of clean fuel production credit relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see H.R. 6518), H2188 [11FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

Taxation: repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (see H.R. 6999), H615 [9JA]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H251 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (H.R. 7306), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (H.R. 7343), H2031 [4FE]

Taxation: repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (H.R. 6999), H616 [9JA]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (H.R. 6985), H253 [8JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2408 [4MR]

Navy: authorize to enter into contract for construction of submarine cable laying and repair ships (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2164 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2408 [4MR]

Resignations

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2687 [25MR]

MILLER-MEEKS, MARIANNETTE (a Representative from Iowa)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H949 [20JA]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: lower interest rate on Federal student loans (see H.R. 2003), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on contraceptive access at community health centers in health care deserts (see H.R. 8084), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2474 [5MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see H.R. 4032), H2551 [17MR]

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (see H.R. 5791), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see H.R. 1284), H2473 [5MR]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H2531 [16MR]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2676 [24MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

NOAA: establish assessment program for commercial-scale offshore aquaculture, establish Aquaculture Centers of Excellence, and support aquaculture workforce development and working waterfronts (see H.R. 5746), H136 [7JA]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H1912 [23JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

Taxation: make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (H.R. 7266), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (H.R. 7112), H921 [15JA]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (H.R. 7141), H925 [16JA]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (H.R. 8057), H2676 [24MR]

Taxation: make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (H.R. 7550), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

Giannini, Kate: Dept. of State Fulbright Specialist Award recipient, H618 [12JA]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA], H2101 [10FE]

McKee, Kevin: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2489 [16MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H2101 [10FE], H2489 [16MR]

Washington, IA: anniversary of Washington Community Theater, H2101 [10FE]

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Winslow, Jack: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Tributes

Bladel, Jeff, H2489 [16MR]

DeGreve, Haley, H1128 [21JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H619 [12JA]

Martinez, Vince, H2490 [16MR]

Martino, Andrew, H1128 [21JA]

Miller-Meeks, Taylor, H2490 [16MR]

Streb, Dave, H618 [12JA]

VanDeWalle, Lola, H2490 [16MR]

Zumkehr, Jon, H1128 [21JA]

MILLER-MEEKS, TAYLOR

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2490 [16MR]

MILLERSTOWN, PA

Remarks in House

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

MILLS, CORY (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve Facilities Loan and Grant Program to provide capital investment for facilities providing healthcare, education, child care, public safety, and other vital services in rural areas (see H.R. 1246), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6400), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2334 [26FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H2676 [24MR]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H2236 [20FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (see H.R. 5891), H2677 [24MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1916 [27JA]

——— establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: establish reserve fund for Capitol Police (see H.R. 7369), H2030 [4FE]

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

——— remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish reserve fund for Secret Service (see H.R. 8058), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish procurement program to facilitate ability of medical centers to make direct procurements of original artwork from veterans who are patients (see H.R. 7838), H2470 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (see H.R. 7551), H2219 [12FE]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Capitol Building and Grounds: establish reserve fund for Capitol Police (H.R. 7369), H2032 [4FE]

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (H.R. 7113), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish reserve fund for Secret Service (H.R. 8058), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish procurement program to facilitate ability of medical centers to make direct procurements of original artwork from veterans who are patients (H.R. 7838), H2473 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit heads of Federal agencies from entering into agreements with entities that discriminate against Federal law enforcement (H.R. 7551), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2404 [4MR]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2394 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2394, H2404 [4MR]

Tributes

Zeek, Gerald, H909 [15JA]

MIN, DAVE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2298 [24FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of the Census and Dept. of HUD: conduct study and submit report about how Federal agencies identify and record cases of housing loss in U.S. (see H.R. 3988), H253 [8JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Defense: lower threshold required to make temporary adjustments to rate of basic allowance for housing for members of uniformed services and make such adjustments permanent (see H.R. 4060), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2033 [4FE]

——— support States and high-need local educational agencies in increasing number of mental health services providers in schools (see H.R. 4253), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Energy: establish Weatherization Readiness Program and improve Weatherization Assistance Program (see H.R. 1355), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: increase availability of LIHEAP heating and cooling assistance (see H.R. 2486), H135 [7JA]

——— publish physical activity recommendations (see H.R. 6121), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1173 [21JA]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: reauthorize wildlife crossings program (see H.R. 6078), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Depts. of HHS and Homeland Security: require report on detainees in U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or Office of Refugee Resettlement custody (see H.R. 3473), H2297 [24FE]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H2259 [23FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

District of Columbia: clarify circumstances determining exercise of authority over District of Columbia National Guard between Mayor and President (see H.R. 5093), H2370 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide back pay to Federal contractors impacted by lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 5657), H2474 [5MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2477 [9MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see H.R. 7718), H2328 [25FE]

Library of Congress: carry out activities to support Armenian Genocide education programs (see H.R. 2585), H2477 [9MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

NSF: establish National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (see H.R. 2385), H2677 [24MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

Supreme Court: establish term limits and process by which appointments for justices occur at regular time intervals (see H.R. 3544), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: expand exclusion for certain conservation subsidies to include subsidies for water conservation or efficiency measures and storm water and waste-water management measures (see H.R. 1871), H2370 [3MR]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2097 [9FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Violence Against Women Act: define intimate partner to include someone with whom there is or was dating relationship (see H.R. 4166), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

Firearms: require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (H.R. 7839), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (H.R. 7984), H2597 [18MR]

Firearms: require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (H.R. 8059), H2676 [24MR]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (H.R. 7508), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Santa Ana, CA: anniversary of Second Baptist Church of Santa Ana, H2265 [24FE]

MINERAL EXTRACTION FOR RENEWABLE INDUSTRY AND CRITICAL APPLICATIONS (MERICA) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

MINERAL LEASING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within Carlsbad, NM (see H.R. 7882), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

MINGRI, JIN

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

MINGUS, JAMES J.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S501, S507 [5FE]

MINIMIZING OUTDATED RESTRICTIONS THAT EXCLUDE (MORE) OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

MINING AND MINERAL RESOURCES

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Public lands: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within Carlsbad, NM (see H.R. 7882), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Public lands: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

——— codify notice requirements for mineral exploration activities on certain public lands (see H.R. 7458), H2117 [10FE]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: adjust percentage depletion rate for certain rare earths (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

——— extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Public lands: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Butte, MT: tribute to World Museum of Mining, E158 [24FE]

China: combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Public lands: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Strategic materials: include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2353–H2356 [3MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Montana: tribute to Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines, S679 [25FE]

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 755, Critical Mineral Consistency Act, H2353 [3MR]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

MINING REGULATORY CLARITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Articles and editorials

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Good, Renee N.: shooting by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H145, H147, H148, H230, H231 [8JA], H605, H606, H607–H609 [9JA], H649 [12JA], H697 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H913 [15JA], H1970 [3FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Pretti, Alex: shooting by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H672, H673 [13JA], H1992, H2016–H2021 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Good, Renee N.: shooting by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S204 [14JA], S308, S309, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324 [28JA], S365, S368 [29JA], S478 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA]

Pretti, Alex: shooting by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S247 [15JA], S308–S334 [28JA], S433 [2FE], S476 [4FE], S994 [11MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S189 [14JA], S304–S306 [28JA]

MINNESOTA

Amendments

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

——— tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Hortman, Mark: tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Hortman, Melissa: tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Voting: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Proclamations

Tribute to Melissa and John Hortman: by: Representative Morrison, H2267 [24FE]

Remarks in House

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Crime: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Nelson, Brock: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2103 [10FE]

Pesek, Richard: Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

Rochester, MN: anniversary of Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, H2268 [24FE]

Schoenfeld, Jilian: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

VanDyke, Brayden: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Crime: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S478–S480, S493–S495 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S304–S306 [28JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. Res. 648, tribute to Nicole M. Amor, S1095 [17MR], S1610 [25MR]

MINNESOTA STATE CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Pesek, Richard: Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

MINNESOTA VOTER INTEGRITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

MINORITIES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Latin Builders Association: tribute, E216 [16MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

National Kidney Month: observance, H2668 [24MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Women: address Black maternal health disparities, H2560 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

MISS SPOKANE SCHOLARSHIP ORGANIZATION

Remarks in House

Tollefson, Tayla: Miss Spokane (WA) competition winner, E187 [4MR]

MISSISSIPPI

Articles and editorials

Beloved Oak Fell, and Oxford Rose. What Happened When ‘‘Thunder Ice’’ Came to My Home in Mississippi, S481 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions

Natchez Historical Park: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

Brandon, MS: anniversary of Girl Scout Camp Wahi, E177 [3MR]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Supreme Court: decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Safety: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

Reports filed

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4467, Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, H2509 [16MR]

MISSOURI

Bills and resolutions

Law enforcement officers: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S434 [2FE], S481 [4FE]

Missouri on a Mission (organization): tribute, S468 [3FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Megan Blair Benton To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Richard Price To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Steven Lewis To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 630, honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families, S960 [10MR]

MISSOURI ON A MISSION (organization)

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S468 [3FE]

MITCHELL, CLARENCE, JR.

Bills and resolutions

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

MITCHELL, DARRIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E50 [16JA]

MITCHELL, DAVID E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E107 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S287 [27JA]

MITCHELL, MARILYN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1579 [24MR]

MITCHELL, WALTER S., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H605 [9JA]

MITIGATION ACTION AND WATERMEN SUPPORT (MAWS) ACT

Letters

Provisions: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4294, provisions, H2516 [16MR]

MIYARES, JASON

Articles and editorials

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, E130 [11FE]

MOBILE, AL

Bills and resolutions

Mardi Gras: recognize cultural and historical significance and origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

MOCERI, DOMENICO S.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E65 [22JA]

MODERN WORKER EMPOWERMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505)), H2233 [20FE]

MODERN WORKER SECURITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

MODERNIZE SSI STIPENDS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

MODERNIZING ACCESS TO OUR PUBLIC OCEANS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

MODERNIZING EIA TRACKING AND REPORTING TO INCREASE CONSISTENCY (METRIC) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

MOFFETT, CAROLINE

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S1410 [19MR]

MOJE, RANDY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E95 [3FE]

MOLL, PAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H230 [8JA]

MOMNIBUS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

MONAGHAN, JIM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H141 [8JA]

MONDRAGON, ROBERTO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H670 [13JA]

MONEY related term(s) Coins

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Crime: establish criminal offenses relative to violations involving ATMs, regardless of whether ATM is located on physical premises of financial institution (see S. 3798), S509 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

——— require certain financial institutions to verify citizenship and legal status of individuals (see S. 4206), S1614 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S377 [29JA]

Financial institutions: permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

FRS: index statutory thresholds (see H.R. 7056), H892 [14JA]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

SSA: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

Taxation: exclude from gross income de minimis gains from certain sales or exchanges of virtual currency (see S. 4171), S1580 [24MR]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S530–S532 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

FDIC: authorize temporary transaction account guarantee program and expand deposit and share insurance to cover business payment accounts (H.R. 4551), H2077 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

——— provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Community Bank Regulatory Tailoring Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7056) (H. Rept. 119–558), H2620 [19MR]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

Safe Access to Cash Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations (TIER) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6553) (H. Rept. 119–532), H2326 [25FE]

Texts of

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

MONOPOLIES related term(s) Antitrust Policy

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Reports filed

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Texts of

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

MONROE COUNTY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

MONRROY, BARBARA

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

MONSTER ENERGY CO.

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, H727 [14JA]

MONTALBANO, SARAH

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

MONTANA

Bills and resolutions

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Butte, MT: tribute to World Museum of Mining, E158 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Montana National Guard: tribute to Military and Family Readiness Group, S339 [28JA]

Olympic Games: tribute to Montana participants, S678 [25FE]

Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines: tribute, S679 [25FE]

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY

Bills and resolutions

Sports: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H228 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Sports: tribute to football team (S. Res. 589), S298 [27JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 589, tribute to football team, S295 [27JA]

MONTGOMERY, BENJAMIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E259 [24MR]

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, IA

Remarks in Senate

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD

Remarks in House

Rockville, MD: anniversary of B’nai Israel Congregation, E255 [24MR]

MONUMENTAL SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT (organization)

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: tribute to Freedom 250 Grand Prix race, H2085 [9FE]

MONUMENTS AND MEMORIALS

Amendments

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Appointments

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, S557 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

——— permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see S. 3715), S344 [28JA]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (organization): dedication of Savannah, GA, chapter monuments, H1989 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2525–H2527 [16MR]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work in District of Columbia (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR], E244 [19MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (H.R. 7039), H698 [13JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S25, S32, S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

Chiricahua National Park Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2196, National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act, H2523 [16MR]

H.R. 6380, Chiricahua National Park Act, H2525 [16MR]

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

S. Res. 580, direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location, S56 [6JA], S118 [8JA]

MOODY, ASHLEY (a Senator from Florida)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S838 [4MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see S. 2544), S510 [5FE]

——— enhance penalties for killing, attempting to kill, or assaulting public safety officer (see S. 83), S510 [5FE]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see S. 3397), S578 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: designate food and food products to be made available under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 561), S162 [13JA]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S258 [15JA]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see S. 921), S258 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of State: restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S733 [2MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S491 [4FE]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see S. 545), S1091 [17MR]

FDA: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S611 [12FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S162 [13JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see S. 3023), S510 [5FE]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see S. 1816), S610 [12FE]

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

NOAA: establish task force on shark depredation (see S. 2314), S882 [5MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (see S. Res. 526), S1616 [25MR]

Taxation: expand and improve health savings accounts (see S. 276), S115 [8JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: amend sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material (see S. 3394), S578 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

Medicaid: direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

Medicare: increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1533–S1535 [23MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S701 [26FE], S1179 [18MR]

FEMA: publish information on public assistance awards (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (S. 3179), S104 [8JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S230 [15JA]

National School Choice Week: observance, S367 [29JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

Senate: legislative program, S1357 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S1533 [23MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S701 [26FE], S1179 [18MR]

Tributes

Brewton, Duane, S598 [12FE]

Curtis, Casey, S1026 [12MR]

Girard, Kaleb, S230 [15JA]

Sikoski, Jason, S230 [15JA]

MOODY, PAMELA

Remarks in House

Mississippi: Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

National Federation of State High School Associations: Outstanding Music Educator Award recipient, E133 [12FE]

MOOLENAAR, JOHN R. (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2474 [5MR]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H1352 [22JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H2033 [4FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H2259 [23FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2552 [17MR]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2598 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

MOON, LEIGHANN

Remarks in House

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

MOONE, DEBBY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E146 [20FE]

MOONE, DEBBY E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H107 [7JA]

MOORE, BARRY (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of State: designate certain Iranian proxy organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 2581), H2421 [4MR]

——— submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirement to test drivers of commercial motor vehicles for English proficiency (see H.R. 3608), H2421 [4MR]

——— amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

——— authorize limited operation of commercial motor vehicles for eligible drivers under age 21 in interstate commerce (see H.R. 6642), H2120 [10FE]

——— modify commercial motor vehicle operator testing requirements to mandate English language proficiency (see H.R. 6233), H2422 [4MR]

——— waive vehicle weight limitations for certain logging vehicles to allow for travel on Federal highways (see H.R. 2166), H719 [13JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2235 [20FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to improve recycling accessibility (see H.R. 2145), H2297 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Federal-State relations: make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

FTC: establish standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims on packaging for consumer products (see H.R. 6832), H657 [12JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2330 [25FE]

Hydroelectric power: support upgrades at existing hydroelectric dams to increase clean energy production, improve resiliency and reliability of electric grid, and enhance health of rivers and associated wildlife habitats (see H.R. 2160), H2484 [12MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H719 [13JA]

Information technology: clarify criminal liability for blockchain software developers relative to prohibition of unlicensed money transmitting businesses (see H.R. 7732), H2371 [3MR]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H949 [20JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H895 [14JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H949 [20JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H949 [20JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

——— require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (H.R. 8017), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (H.R. 7704), H2329 [25FE]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (H.R. 7000), H616 [9JA]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (H.R. 7552), H2220 [12FE]

MOORE, BLAKE D. (a Representative from Utah)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— provide that any estimate prepared by CBO or Committee on Taxation (Joint) shall include costs relative to servicing public debt (see H.R. 991), H719 [13JA]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2120 [10FE]

CBO: provide information on payments from Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and Disability Insurance Trust Fund (see H.R. 4793), H719 [13JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: include eyeglass lens fittings in category of medical services authorized to be furnished to veterans under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 5593), H656 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2598 [18MR]

——— incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H656 [12JA]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Federal firefighters: provide hazard pay for carrying out prescribed burns (see H.R. 5091), H2259 [23FE]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2598 [18MR]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2120 [10FE]

Medicare: improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H719 [13JA]

——— provide for rebate by manufacturers for selected drugs and biological products subject to maximum fair price negotiation (see H.R. 4299), H1949 [2FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H657 [12JA]

Saratoga Springs, UT: transfer administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal land to Postal Service for construction of post office (see H.R. 4716), H2422 [4MR]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2235 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (see H.R. 7295), H1921 [30JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Budget: establish comprehensive, annual congressional budgeting (H.R. 7295), H1922 [30JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (H.R. 6949), H12 [6JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (H.R. 7226), H1351 [22JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (H.R. 7040), H718 [13JA]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (H.R. 7403), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

Remarks

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (H.R. 7040), H1162 [21JA]

Hiatt, Steve: Hill AFB, UT, Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

NASA: reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, H2708 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H804 [14JA], H2021 [4FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1162 [21JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H804 [14JA], H1161 [21JA]

Taxation: tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Thacker, Brian M.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Valdez, Jose: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Wahlen, George E.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Tributes

Gwynn, Ashlyn, H1159 [21JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H231, H238 [8JA]

Roman, Mark, H2021 [4FE]

Wadsworth, Ralph L., E14• [8JA]

MOORE, CRAIG

Remarks in House

Tribute, E140 [17FE]

MOORE, GWEN (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, Kristen Taketa, San Diego (CA) Union-Tribune, H1144 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2422 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

——— reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2098 [9FE]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1950 [2FE]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow individuals with drug offenses to receive benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5223), H2236 [20FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit work by children in tobacco-related agriculture by deeming such employment as particularly hazardous oppressive child labor (see H.R. 3335), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2221 [12FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Drugs: ensure accessibility of drugs furnished under 340B drug discount program (see H.R. 4581), H2221 [12FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2677 [24MR]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide victims of gun violence access to same civil remedies available to those injured through other means and ensure gun industry is not shielded from liability when negligent (see H.R. 3740), H2370 [3MR]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2551 [17MR]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1922 [30JA]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: classify certain automatic fire sprinkler system retrofits as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 173), H2627 [20MR]

——— codify and extend rules for personal casualty losses arising from major disasters and rules for exclusion from gross income of compensation for losses or damages resulting from certain wildfires (see H.R. 5366), H2712 [25MR]

——— expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (see H.R. 7414), H2094 [9FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Black Midwives Day: designate (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSA: improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

Taxation: treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (H.R. 7798), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (H.R. 8089), H2711 [25MR]

——— update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (H.R. 7995), H2622 [19MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (H.R. 7227), H1351 [22JA]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (H.R. 6986), H253 [8JA]

SSA: improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (H.R. 7228), H1351 [22JA]

Taxation: treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (H.R. 7705), H2329 [25FE]

Motions

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H639 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H702 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2144 [11FE]

EPA: reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2664• [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2664• [24MR]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H644 [12JA]

Peace Corps: anniversary, E255• [24MR]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal to Peace Corps volunteers (H.R. 5521), E255• [24MR]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1144, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal election, H2144 [11FE]

MOORE, KIRBY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H106 [7JA]

MOORE, RILEY M. (a Representative from West Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: establish Federal penalties for knowing and intentional administration of any abortion-inducing drug to woman without her informed consent if drug has been shipped or transported in interstate commerce (see H.R. 6466), H1173 [21JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H1916 [27JA]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H1977 [3FE]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H1352 [22JA]

——— require all Federal contractors to participate in E–Verify program (see H.R. 2641), H949 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H1976 [3FE]

Immigration: close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H1352 [22JA]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H1173 [21JA]

——— prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare: prohibit approved medical residency training programs from requiring opt-out abortion training (see H.R. 6219), H136 [7JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Taxation: permit qualified business trade expenses to be treated as qualified higher education expenses for purposes of 529 accounts (see H.R. 808), H1976 [3FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

WHO: direct President to withdraw U.S. (see H.R. 54), H1976 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (H.R. 7115), H921 [15JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2231 [20FE], H2679 [25MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2231 [20FE]

Tributes

Armstead, Tim, H2376 [4MR]

MOORE, RONALD F.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53 [20JA]

MOORE, TIM (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see H.R. 4463), H2120 [10FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2120 [10FE]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2259 [23FE]

——— define bail bonds as insurance product so that they must comply with Federal insurance fraud laws and background check requirements (see H.R. 6260), H719 [13JA]

——— make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (see H.R. 6732), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7010), H655 [12JA] (see H.R. 7024), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— require approval for any Federal manufactured home and safety standards (see H.R. 5263), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— make publicly available list of each State and local government that permits cashless bail (see H.R. 5625), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H1950 [2FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

FCC: establish taskforce on unlawful robocalls (see H.R. 6152), H1923 [30JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1923 [30JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Financial Stability Oversight Council: establish Advisory Committee on Economic Fallout From Chinese Military Aggression Towards Taiwan (see H.R. 3197), H2551 [17MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see H.R. 2189), H921 [15JA]

FRS: conduct study on partnerships between fintechs and banking organizations (see H.R. 6552), H136 [7JA]

——— study improving growth, capital adequacy, and profitability of rural depository institutions (see H.R. 6536), H136 [7JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see H.R. 3497), H719 [13JA]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see H.R. 2729), H2551 [17MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Taxation: make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see H.R. 2231), H1922 [30JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H949 [20JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7402), H2040 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Courts: strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (H.R. 7225), H1351 [22JA]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (H.R. 7114), H921 [15JA]

Taxation: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (H.R. 7402), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H602 [9JA]

Gastonia, NC: tribute to Hunter Huss High School boys’ basketball team, H2488 [16MR]

Votes: position on missed, H733• [14JA]

Tributes

Miles, Michael, H144 [8JA]

Stewart, Carl J., Jr., H144 [8JA]

MORAGA, HELEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1335 [22JA]

MORAL INJURY RECOGNITION AND RESTITUTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

MORALITY AND ETHICS

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

——— oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: prohibit Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any law to permit euthanasia and assisted suicide (see H.R. 7196), H1349 [22JA]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Gonzales, Representative: censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

——— remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, H2559 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Georgia Southern University: tribute to Ethics Bowl team, H2591 [18MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, S673 [25FE], S1317 [19MR], S1584–S1587 [24MR]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

MORAN, CHRISTIAN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S756 [3MR]

MORAN, GEORGENE M. TILLI

Remarks in House

Tribute, E207 [12MR]

MORAN, JERRY (a Senator from Kansas)

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S1 [3JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see S. 167), S510 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S1048 [12MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S346 [28JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S344 [28JA] (see S. 3752), S419 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish program to address bowel and bladder care needs for veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (see S. 3647), S256 [15JA]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S377 [29JA]

NSF: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

Taxation: extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (S. Res. 591), S355 [28JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S192 [14JA]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

Heimann, Scott: tribute (S. Res. 425), S1465 [21MR]

Plainville (KS) Times: tribute, S22 [6JA]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Senate: legislative program, S356 [28JA]

Simoncic, Hunter: tribute (S. Res. 372), S1465 [21MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636 [24FE]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S746 [3MR]

Reports filed

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Tributes

Sharp, Horace (Jim), S194 [14JA]

MORAN, NATHANIEL (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1173 [21JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2473 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2098 [9FE]

Medicare: apply improved prompt payment requirements to Medicare Advantage organizations (see H.R. 5454), H2236 [20FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2712 [25MR]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2119 [10FE]

——— make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2677 [24MR]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see H.R. 7527), H2236 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H918 [15JA]

——— deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (H.R. 7087), H920 [15JA]

——— deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (H.R. 7509), H2187 [11FE]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (H.R. 7799), H2421 [4MR]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (H.R. 7800), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H219 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H624 [12JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H219 [8JA]

Tributes

Kays, Brenda, E170• [26FE]

McPhee, Rolin, E77• [27JA]

MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR MOMS TO SUCCEED (MOMS) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

MORELLE, JOSEPH D. (a Representative from New York)

Amendments

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: install adult changing room in Library of Congress and Capitol Visitor Center (see H.R. 7614), H2233 [20FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1352 [22JA]

——— establish EMS Preparedness and Response Workforce Shortage Pilot Program and streamline process for veterans to become emergency medical services technicians and paramedics (see H.R. 2220), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2042 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

——— furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see H.R. 4509), H2188 [11FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H949 [20JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H2033 [4FE]

Great Lakes Fishery Commission: provide for development of efforts to combat invasive species of mussels (see H.R. 6053), H1923 [30JA]

Insurance: provide for coverage of medically necessary food and vitamins and individual amino acids for digestive and inherited metabolic disorders under Federal health programs and private health insurance (see H.R. 5684), H2598 [18MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see H.R. 7336), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1352 [22JA]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H2474 [5MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H1949 [2FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (see H.R. 5894), H656 [12JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H1949 [2FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: expand advanced manufacturing investment credit to include materials integral to manufacturing of semiconductors or semiconductor manufacturing equipment (see H.R. 6055), H2370 [3MR]

——— expand advanced manufacturing production credit to include fusion energy components (see H.R. 5441), H2677 [24MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2225 [13FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

FTC: require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FTC: require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2149 [11FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1991 [4FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2142, H2143, H2145, H2146, H2147, H2148, H2149 [11FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2124 [11FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2047, H2048 [9FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

National Cancer Prevention Month: observance, E160• [24FE]

Rochester, NY: tribute to James Monroe High School football team, H698 [13JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128 [21JA]

Votes: position on missed, E87• [2FE]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2124, H2142, H2143, H2145, H2146, H2147, H2148, H2149 [11FE]

Tributes

Pluta, Helen, H1993 [4FE]

Poole, Julie A., E231• [18MR]

Stevens, Don, H150 [8JA]

Thomas, Margaret (Midge), E157• [24FE]

Weisenberg, Fran, E241• [19MR]

MORENCI, AZ

Remarks in House

Morenci High School: tribute to boys’ wrestling team, H2377 [4MR]

MORENO, BERNIE (a Senator from Ohio)

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S741 [3MR], S943 [10MR], S1461 [21MR]

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, S557 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 4064), S1545 [23MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S419 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S804 [4MR]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S803 [4MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S419 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S420 [30JA]

Federal Protective Service: establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in protection of certain buildings and grounds (see S. 3100), S162 [13JA]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S1581 [24MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S379 [29JA]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S131 [12JA]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S1581 [24MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Taxation: establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see S. 3615), S130 [12JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S1545 [23MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Credit: restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S377 [29JA]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S741 [3MR], S943 [10MR], S1461 [21MR]

Remarks

American Heart Month: designate (S. Res. 614), S689 [25FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1082 [17MR]

Black History Month: observance (S. Res. 615), S689 [25FE]

Carden, Thomas M., Jr.: nomination to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief, S140 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1317, S1318, S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1600, S1601, S1602, S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1026, S1027, S1028 [12MR], S1425, S1431 [20MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1027 [12MR], S1319 [19MR], S1425, S1431 [20MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S911 [9MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1149 [17MR], S1431, S1432, S1437 [20MR]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1027 [12MR], S1318 [19MR], S1601 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

National Lung Cancer Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 570), S140 [12JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

Parliamentary inquiry, S1509 [22MR]

Point of order, S1601 [25MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

Senate: legislative program, S140 [12JA], S436 [2FE], S689 [25FE], S941 [9MR], S1146 [17MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1600 [25MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (S. Res. 613), S689 [25FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1320 [19MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1149 [17MR], S1431, S1432, S1437 [20MR]

Tributes

Penske, Roger S., S624 [23FE]

MORGAN, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E256 [24MR]

MORGAN HERITAGE (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Morgan Heritage (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

MOROCCO, KINGDOM OF

Bills and resolutions

Foreign policy: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, E160 [24FE]

MORRELL, LYDIA

Articles and editorials

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

MORRILTON, AR

Remarks in House

Arkansas: anniversary of Petit Jean State Park, H2045 [9FE]

Jackson, Linda: University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

MORRIS, DOROTHY

Bills and resolutions

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

MORRIS, SONNY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H228 [8JA]

MORRISON, CO

Remarks in House

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

MORRISON, KELLY (a Representative from Minnesota)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: provide for humane treatment of dogs (see H.R. 2253), H2484 [12MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H1352 [22JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corps of Engineers and EPA: establish payment and performance security requirements for water infrastructure projects (see H.R. 1285), H2530 [16MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H949 [20JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2225 [13FE]

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2677 [24MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H253 [8JA]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H1923 [30JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2032 [4FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H656 [12JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2188 [11FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H135 [7JA]

Tariff: exclude imposition of duties and import quotas from authorities provided to President under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 407), H2622 [19MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2484 [12MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2677 [24MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Hortman, Mark: tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Hortman, Melissa: tribute (see H. Res. 1054), H2119 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (H.R. 7841), H2473 [5MR]

Proclamations

Tribute to Melissa and John Hortman: by, H2267 [24FE]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1152 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2018 [4FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H150 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H150 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1144 [21JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2018 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337 [22JA]

Tributes

Hortman, Mark, H2208 [12FE]

Hortman, Melissa, H2208 [12FE]

MORRISON, SCOTT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2591 [18MR]

MORRISSEY, CANDICE

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S557 [10FE]

MOSCOW, ID

Remarks in House

University of Idaho: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

MOSER, ROBIN WATSON

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

MOSKOWITZ, JARED (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: revise regulations banning mailing or receiving of drugs, instruments, equipment, and educational materials relative to medication abortions (see H.R. 2029), H2229 [17FE]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H253 [8JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2033 [4FE]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2097 [9FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: adjust status of certain Venezuelan nationals to that of aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence (see H.R. 1348), H1916 [27JA]

——— enhance penalties for unauthorized use and sale of Immigration and Customs Enforcement apparel and insignia (see H.R. 4652), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see H.R. 5645), H895 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H2032 [4FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H1977 [3FE]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve VA Work-Study program (see H.R. 6011), H921 [15JA]

Depts. of HHS and Homeland Security: require report on detainees in U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or Office of Refugee Resettlement custody (see H.R. 3473), H2032 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H922 [15JA]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

European Union: urge to expeditiously designate Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organization (see H. Res. 176), H1950 [2FE]

FBI: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Taskforce (see H.R. 3683), H925 [16JA]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H719 [13JA]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2598 [18MR]

FEMA: authorize President to expand Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program to provide victims of natural disaster with substance use and alcohol use disorder services (see H.R. 6249), H921 [15JA]

——— submit monthly report on status of all projects and activities funded through Disaster Relief Fund (see H.R. 7461), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2677 [24MR]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H949 [20JA]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2297 [24FE]

Merit Systems Protection Board: extend right of appeal to certain Postal Service employees (see H.R. 1559), H2598 [18MR]

Middle East: modify interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking and affiliated networks in Middle East (see H.R. 7180), H1171 [21JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2221 [12FE]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2474 [5MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Pool and Spa Safety Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4751), H2259 [23FE]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1352 [22JA]

——— modify role and duties of U.S. Postal Service police officers (see H.R. 2095), H2598 [18MR]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.N.: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of State: submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of State: submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (H.R. 7674), H2329 [25FE]

Remarks

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247• [20MR]

MOSQUES see Churches, Synagogues, and Mosques

MOST FAVORED PATIENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

MOTHERSHEAD, KELLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E260 [24MR]

MOTION PICTURES

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (see H.R. 7162), H948 [20JA]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Alexander, Abraham: Lone Star Film Festival Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41 [14JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), E55 [20JA]

Oakland, CA: anniversary of Grand Lake Theater, E181 [3MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

MOTOR VEHICLE MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

MOTOR VEHICLES

Articles and editorials

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA] (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (see H.R. 7285), H1921 [30JA]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (see H.R. 7797), H2419 [4MR]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

——— revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (see H.R. 7772), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (see H.R. 7083), H918 [15JA]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

——— exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

——— require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

——— require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

——— require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

Roads and highways: improve incident reporting relative to certain autonomous vehicles (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

Safety: ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features (see H.R. 7372), H2030 [4FE]

——— inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax (see H.R. 7582), H2224 [13FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

Transportation: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Trucking industry: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2362 [3MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Azuza, CA: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Colorado Springs, CO: tribute to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, H2453 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

——— issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

District of Columbia: tribute to Freedom 250 Grand Prix race, H2085 [9FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

Hall Ambulance Service, Inc.: anniversary, E97 [3FE]

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE], H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Santa Clarita, CA: honor members of Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team who died in car crash and express condolences to families, H2190 [12FE]

Sports: tribute to Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, H727 [14JA]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Winslow, Charlie: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Winslow, Jack: Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Iowa Lakes Community College: express condolences to victims, families, and those affected by bus crash, S587 [12FE]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Reports filed

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4386, America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act, H2362 [3MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

MOULTON, SETH (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1923 [30JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 40), H2259 [23FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

CFTC: prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see H.R. 7942), H2712 [25MR]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2188 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2677 [24MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2259 [23FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Commerce: amend eligibility of youth sports facilities for certain grants (see H.R. 2850), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Energy: reestablish office relating to fusion (see H.R. 6709), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2188 [11FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2297 [24FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2677 [24MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: implement fenceline monitoring for air pollutants at facilities contributing to high local cancer rates and other health threats and expand and strengthen national ambient air quality monitoring network (see H.R. 6782), H1950 [2FE]

——— prohibit sale and distribution of expanded polystyrene food service ware, expanded polystyrene loose fill, and expanded polystyrene coolers (see H.R. 1918), H2623 [19MR]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1950 [2FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2098 [9FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H894 [14JA]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H1949 [2FE]

Foreign policy: increase cooperation with countries in Eastern Mediterranean region to strengthen energy security and defense capabilities (see H.R. 3307), H2370 [3MR]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2474 [5MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H2229 [17FE]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H1950 [2FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2628 [20MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1950 [2FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H2188 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: establish part E public health plans available to everyone (see H.R. 3911), H2097 [9FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for eligibility for coverage of home health services on basis of need for occupational therapy (see H.R. 2013), H1922 [30JA]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H2474 [5MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2259 [23FE]

Tariff: exempt small businesses from duties imposed pursuant to national emergency declaration instituting certain tariffs on foreign countries and refund small businesses amount of any such duties paid (see H.R. 6215), H2259 [23FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Ukraine: provide for adjustment of status of nationals of Ukraine (see H.R. 3104), H2120 [10FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Elections: prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Political ethics: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (see H.R. 7072), H893 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Elections: prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (H.R. 7626), H2235 [20FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (H.R. 7071), H894 [14JA]

Political ethics: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (H.R. 7072), H894 [14JA]

Remarks

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108• [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, E135• [12FE], E193• [5MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358 [3MR]

MOUNT OLIVE, NC

Remarks in House

Mount Olive Pickle Company, Inc.: anniversary, H2107 [10FE]

MOUNT OLIVE PICKLE COMPANY, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2107 [10FE]

MOUNT VERNON, NY

Remarks in House

Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce: tribute, H2378 [4MR]

MOUNTAINS

Amendments

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10, S13, S17 [5JA]

Remarks in House

Appalachian Mountain Club: anniversary, H2640 [24MR]

Colorado Springs, CO: tribute to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, H2453 [5MR]

Crag Rats (organization): anniversary, E182 [3MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10–S16 [5JA]

Reports filed

National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2250) (H. Rept. 119–431), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

S. 1626, National Landslide Preparedness Act reauthorization, S13–S16 [5JA]

MOVIES see Motion Pictures

MOVING AHEAD FOR PROGRESS IN THE 21st CENTURY ACT (MAP–21)

Bills and resolutions

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

MOWATT, BRANDON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E179 [3MR]

MOYER, ELLEN O.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E122 [10FE]

MOYLAN, JAMES (a Delegate from Guam)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Defense: establish Military-Civilian Medical Surge Program (see H.R. 6510), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2097 [9FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (see H.R. 4307), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

Health Resources and Services Administration: authorize rural residency planning and development grant programs (see H.R. 6468), H2097 [9FE]

——— maintain Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (see H.R. 6407), H2259 [23FE]

Immigration: extend honorary citizenship to otherwise qualified noncitizens who enlisted in Philippines and died while serving on active duty with U.S. Armed Forces during certain periods of hostilities (see H.R. 6355), H2677 [24MR]

National Biotechnology Initiative: authorize (see H.R. 2756), H719 [13JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

NIST: establish Biopharmaceutical Center of Excellence (see H.R. 6089), H2042 [5FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Oceans: oppose permitting of, and exploration for, deep seabed mining (see H.R. 663), H2711 [25MR]

——— prohibit certain mining activities on deep seabed and Outer Continental Shelf (see H.R. 664), H2711 [25MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1976 [3FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

——— establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H2120 [10FE]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H2097 [9FE]

Women: improve obstetric emergency care (see H.R. 1254), H2259 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Guam: provide exception to ‘‘public purpose’’ requirement for certain land transfers in case of transfer restoring such land to original landowner or heirs (see H.R. 7673), H2326 [25FE]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (H.R. 7073), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (H.R. 7672), H2329 [25FE]

Guam: provide exception to ‘‘public purpose’’ requirement for certain land transfers in case of transfer restoring such land to original landowner or heirs (H.R. 7673), H2329 [25FE]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (H.R. 7229), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2367 [3MR]

Dept. of Labor: train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2364 [3MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1965 [3FE]

Flores, Judy Selk: Guam Council of the Arts and Humanities Lifetime Cultural Contribution Award recipient, H2014 [4FE]

Hagåtña (GU) Pacific Daily News: anniversary, E65• [22JA]

Pacific Daily News: anniversary, H2638 [24MR]

Philippines: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37• [13JA]

Tributes

Aguon, Bernard, H697 [13JA], E23• [12JA]

Crisostomo, Mike, H149 [8JA]

Esperanza, Richelle M. Calvo, E256• [24MR]

Gutierrez, Carl T.C., H2638 [24MR]

Kasperbauer, Carmen Artero, H619 [12JA], E25• [12JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H235 [8JA]

Lukas, Brigid, E69• [22JA]

Okada, Mary, H619 [12JA], E24• [12JA]

San Nicolas, Irenio B., E260• [24MR]

Serineo, Reina (Rei), H619 [12JA], E27• [12JA]

Swanson, Erik, H620 [12JA], E28• [12JA]

Uy, Emelio, H2638 [24MR]

Vicente, Marietta P., E253• [24MR]

MOYLAN, STEPHEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E58 [20JA]

MOYLE, PETER B.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S644 [24FE]

MRVAN, FRANK J. (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H2370 [3MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Commerce: modify procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 6446), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2120 [10FE]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H656 [12JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for termination of certain educational assistance program (see H.R. 2720), H2236 [20FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FERC: require standardized performance reporting for entities engaged in electricity transmission to improve transparency, accountability, and grid outcomes (see H.R. 6176), H2033 [4FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

Iran: condemn Iranian regime’s terrorism, regional proxy war, and internal suppression (see H. Res. 166), H2033 [4FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H1977 [3FE]

Postal Service: modify role and duties of U.S. Postal Service police officers (see H.R. 2095), H2598 [18MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2484 [12MR]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (see H. Res. 657), H2422 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H1940 [2FE], E89• [2FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H203 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1190 [22JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2587 [18MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, E178• [3MR]

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, H2668 [24MR], E178• [3MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2587 [18MR]

Tributes

Coleman, M. Edith Brown, E129• [11FE]

Primm, Oscar, Jr., H1940 [2FE], E89• [2FE]

MS NOW (news service)

Articles and editorials

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

MT. VERNON, NY

Remarks in House

Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church: anniversary, H2679 [25MR]

Macedonia Baptist Church: anniversary, H2558 [18MR]

MUCHMORE, CHASE

Remarks in House

Young Marines (organization): Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

MUELLER, ROBERT S., III

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

MULDER, KAMDEN

Articles and editorials

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

MULLEN, CHANCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2680 [25MR]

MULLIN, KEVIN (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see H. Res. 1134), H2712 [25MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: provide flexibility and funding for World Trade Center Health Program (see H.R. 1410), H135 [7JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: coordinate technical assistance program to work with State and local governments, and private industry, to reduce methane emissions and protect public safety (see H.R. 752), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1352 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— improve and expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation for survivors of certain veterans (see H.R. 2055), H1922 [30JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Electric power: develop weather tools for electricity system planning and operational modeling and expand research on extreme weather event scenarios for energy utility companies and regulators (see H.R. 4338), H2333 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Immigration: promote family unity by reducing visa backlogs and implementing policies to facilitate immigrant family reunification (see H.R. 6565), H13 [6JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2370 [3MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H2225 [13FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: establish electric bike safety program (see H.R. 5265), H949 [20JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2032 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: allow credit against tax for expenses relating to diversion of wasted food (see H.R. 3166), H1977 [3FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (see H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

——— prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (see H.R. 7440), H2095 [9FE]

Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1117), H2530 [16MR]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

Taxation: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (see H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Commerce: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

——— prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2597 [18MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (H.R. 7440), H2096 [9FE]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (H.R. 7741), H2333 [26FE]

Taxation: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

Remarks

College of San Mateo: tribute to football team, H1993 [4FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (H.R. 7985), H2557 [18MR]

MULLIN, MARKWAYNE (a Senator from Oklahoma)

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S227 [15JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: require public institutions of higher education to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S258 [15JA]

Courts: include Tribal courts as courts of competent jurisdiction relative to access to electronic evidence for criminal investigations (see S. 1574), S651 [24FE]

Crime: eliminate period of limitations for certain non-capital homicide offenses (see S. 2624), S682 [25FE]

——— increase penalties for offenders who assault or resist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, as well as other Federal law enforcement officers (see S. 3675), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S651 [24FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S379 [29JA]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see S. 2858), S90 [7JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit from entering into contracts with entity that discriminates against firearm or ammunition industries (see S. 137), S651 [24FE]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S292 [27JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S162 [13JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Taxation: modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S130 [12JA]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see S. 2022), S803 [4MR]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S882 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S115 [8JA] (see S. 3752), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR]

——— nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S227 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Dept. of Homeland Security: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1163 [18MR], S1331, S1332 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1505 [22MR], S1525–S1527, S1529–S1531, S1541 [23MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Sec. of Homeland Security: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Resignations

Senate, S1559 [23MR]

MULTIPLE SYSTEM ATROPHY AWARENESS MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1117), H2530 [16MR]

MUNFORDVILLE, KY

Remarks in House

Green River Hill Grocery (business): anniversary, E95 [3FE]

MUNICIPAL INVESTMENT AND NEIGHBORHOOD TRANSFORMATION (MINT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

MUNICIPAL SECURITIES RULEMAKING BOARD

Bills and resolutions

Membership: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

MUNICIPALITIES see Urban Areas

MUNSON, DON

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

MURKOWSKI, LISA (a Senator from Alaska)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S848, S849, S850 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1384, S1385 [19MR], S1628 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see S. 1929), S732 [2MR]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

EPA: authorize manufacturers of certain vehicles to suspend engine derate or shutdown functions in prolonged cold weather conditions (see S. 3135), S732 [2MR]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA]

——— limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

FTC: add additional protections against harmful practices within credit repair organization industry (see S. 4144), S1367 [19MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S651 [24FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S652 [24FE]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR]

Taxation: modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S763 [3MR]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR]

——— recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA]

Privilege of the floor

Moffett, Caroline, S1410 [19MR]

Todaro-Wiegner, Alexis, S1410 [19MR]

Remarks

Alaska: tribute to Iditarod dogsled race, S1344 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1344 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S119, S121 [8JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S155–S157 [13JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (S. Res. 577), S119 [8JA]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697, S698, S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Senate: legislative program, S121 [8JA]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697, S698, S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S109 [8JA]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1344 [19MR]

Tributes

Holmes, Jessie, S1344 [19MR]

MURPHY, BOB

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S488 [4FE]

MURPHY, CHRISTOPHER (a Senator from Connecticut)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1116, S1133, S1141, S1142 [17MR], S1230, S1303 [18MR], S1408 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S133, S139 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S383, S384, S389, S390 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S709 [26FE] (see S.J. Res. 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S535 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: grant lawful permanent resident status to aliens from certain countries who meet specific eligibility requirements (see S. 2106), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S652 [24FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S803 [4MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S882 [5MR]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S733 [2MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S682 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see S. 997), S1443 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 115, 116), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Labor: establish protections for health care providers who raise concerns about quality of health care services (see S. 4086), S1047 [12MR]

Firearms: prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR]

Postal Service: designate single, unique ZIP Code for Scotland, CT (see S. 3668), S257 [15JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S76 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S787 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1187 [18MR]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S671–S673 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594, S595 [12FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S312 [28JA], S594, S595 [12FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S1030 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S564 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1309 [18MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S312 [28JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594, S595 [12FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S595 [12FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S211 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S312 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S564 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S1309 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S76 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S787 [4MR], S1003 [11MR], S1187, S1310 [18MR], S1570, S1577 [24MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S76 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1309 [18MR]

Tributes

Lee, Senator, S1003 [11MR]

MURPHY, DARYL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2299 [25FE]

MURPHY, ELIZABETH

Letters

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2195 [12FE]

MURPHY, GREGORY F. (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see H. Res. 1134), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Labor: exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2677 [24MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1352 [22JA]

Legislative branch of the Government: modify appointment and removal process for certain officers (see H.R. 6028), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see H.R. 6214), H2259 [23FE]

——— protect beneficiaries with limb loss and other orthopedic conditions by providing access to safe and effective orthotic and prosthetic care and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse relative to orthotics and prosthetics (see H.R. 4475), H1977 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (see H.R. 5891), H656 [12JA]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— disregard veteran disability compensation or pension payments in determining income for purposes of low income housing tax credit and qualified residential rental project bonds (see H.R. 5529), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide special rule for certain casualty losses of uncut timber (see H.R. 262), H2297 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1112), H2483 [12MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (H.R. 7230), H1351 [22JA]

Proclamations

National FBLA Week: by, E124• [10FE]

Remarks

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), E40• [14JA]

House of Representatives: legislative program, H2011 [4FE]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

Lewis, Jacob: Eagle Scout Award recipient, E95• [3FE]

Medicare: ensure that prior authorization medical decisions are determined by physicians (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income amounts received from State-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs (H.R. 1849), H2011 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, E9• [7JA], E71• [23JA]

Tributes

Flores, Angela E., H1938 [2FE]

Oforah, Chukwuemeka, H2238 [23FE]

MURPHYSBORO, IL

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Remarks in House

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

Texts of

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

MURRAY, JEFF AND PAM

Remarks in House

Murray Roofing Co., Inc.: anniversary, E265 [25MR]

MURRAY, PATTY (a Senator from Washington)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1285, S1288, S1291 [18MR], S1405 [19MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S116 [8JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of the Interior: convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see S. 410), S344 [28JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S553 [10FE]

Food: improve safety of infant formula through testing for microorganisms and toxic elements (see S. 272), S378 [29JA]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see S. 1410), S1206 [18MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S883 [5MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see S. 1261), S378 [29JA]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see S. 2426), S534 [9FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see S. 3769), S511 [5FE]

——— recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S535 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see S. Res. 610), S610 [12FE]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S414 [30JA]

Privilege of the floor

Jimenez, Nathalia, S616 [12FE]

Martin, John, S616 [12FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S789 [4MR]

Budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S28 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S412 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S982, S983, S987, S990 [11MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S591 [12FE], S869, S870, S871 [5MR], S1424 [20MR]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S869 [5MR], S982, S987, S990 [11MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S982, S983, S987, S990 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S306 [28JA], S359 [29JA], S591 [12FE], S982, S983, S987, S990 [11MR], S1424 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1074 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S248 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S126 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S412, S413, S425 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S306 [28JA], S359 [29JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S987 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S987 [11MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S306 [28JA]

New Immigrant Community Empowerment Inc.: prohibit Community and Training Center funding, S413 [30JA]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, S524 [9FE]

——— tribute (S. Res. 610), S591 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S105 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S789 [4MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S105 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1074 [17MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

MURRAY ROOFING CO., INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E265 [25MR]

MURRELLS INLET, SC

Remarks in House

Brookgreen Gardens: opening of Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27 [12JA]

MUSEUMS

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of Defense: authorize transfer of certain F–14 Tomcat aircraft to U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission (see S. 3899), S650 [24FE] (see S. 4161), S1544 [23MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Lists

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Butte, MT: tribute to World Museum of Mining, E158 [24FE]

Chokoloskee, FL: anniversary of Ted Smallwood Store, E109 [4FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

Jones, Andruw: National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, H2415 [4MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

MUSIC AND DANCE related term(s) Arts and Humanities

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR] (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (see S. Res. 584), S257 [15JA]

Proclamations

Tribute to Beenie Man (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E173 [3MR]

Tribute to Buju Banton (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E176 [3MR]

Tribute to Busy Signal (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E179 [3MR]

Tribute to Morgan Heritage (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Tribute to Rutshelle Guillaume: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E232 [18MR]

Tribute to Shaggy (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E181 [3MR]

Tribute to Spragga Benz (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E178 [3MR]

Tribute to Vybz Kartel (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E175 [3MR]

Tribute to Wayne Wonder (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E182 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Alexander, Abraham: Lone Star Film Festival Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41 [14JA]

Black Music Month: observance, H1980 [4FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

Carnatic Music Association of North America: anniversary, E5 [6JA]

Chriscoe family: tribute, E143 [20FE]

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Mamaroneck, NY: tribute to Emelin Theatre, H2377 [4MR]

Martinez Ocasio, Benito A. (Bad Bunny): tribute to Super Bowl halftime show performace, H2102 [10FE]

Mill Hall, PA: tribute to Central Mountain Middle School and Central Mountain High School twirlers, H727 [14JA]

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Petoskey, MI: tribute to Petoskey High School steel drum band, E270 [25MR]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, E254 [24MR]

Vail, AZ: tribute to Cienega High School marching band, H726 [14JA]

Washington, IA: anniversary of Washington Community Theater, H2101 [10FE]

Waverly, OH: tribute to Waverly High School marching band, H2044 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (S. Res. 584), S263 [15JA]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, S550 [10FE], S645 [24FE]

Reports filed

Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H. Con. Res. 73) (H. Rept. 119–544), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 73, use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, H2651 [24MR]

S. Res. 584, tribute to Richard Smallwood, S260 [15JA]

S. Res. 628, Music in Our Schools Month, S888 [5MR]

MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR] (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 628, designate, S888 [5MR]

MUSK, ELON

Remarks in Senate

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

MUSLIM AMERICANS

Remarks in House

Discrimination: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

MUSSELSHELL COUNTY, MT

Reports filed

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

MUTUAL EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL EXCHANGE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

MUTUAL FUNDS see Securities

MYANMAR, UNION OF see Burma, Union of

MYERS, CATHERINE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

MYERS, MATTHEW

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57 [20JA]

MYERS, TREY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2264 [24FE]

MYERS, WAYNE

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association: Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

MYERS, WILLIAM D.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E184 [4MR]

MYHOMETOWNBRONXVILLE.COM (Internet site)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2538 [17MR]

MYKE, CLINTON A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2177 [11FE]

MYRYE.COM (Internet site)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H723 [14JA]

MYSTIC ALERTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

NADEAU, LAWRENCE A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E177 [3MR]

NADLER, JERROLD (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

CDC: reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2221 [12FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2236 [20FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H719 [13JA]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1352 [22JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2371 [3MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2370 [3MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H2336 [2MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: encourage donation of menstrual products to nonprofit organizations for distribution (see H.R. 6212), H949 [20JA]

——— end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2406 [4MR]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2563 [18MR]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2498, H2499 [16MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1315 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1315 [22JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1315 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2406 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2287• [24FE], H2306• [25FE]

Tributes

Heineman, Andrew, E16• [8JA]

NAFTA see Treaties and Agreements

NAPA COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Lew, Leslie: Napa County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

NARCOTICS see Drugs

NASA TALENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

NASSAU COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project: tribute, H2637 [24MR]

Meredith, Miley: Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

NATIONAL ACADEMIES OF SCIENCES, ENGINEERING, AND MEDICINE

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6977), H251 [8JA]

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Reports filed

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF INVENTORS, INC.

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Fellows Program: tribute to inductees, E127 [11FE]

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Air pollution: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Aviation: provide authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems (see H.R. 7379), H2030 [4FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

Public-Private Talent Exchange Program: conduct to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

Reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

Science: designate national high-energy astrophysics hubs (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program: utilize to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

Science: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2242–H2244 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Nomination of Matthew Anderson To Be NASA Deputy Administrator: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 390, Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act, H2241 [23FE]

H.R. 2600, Accessing Satellite Capabilities To Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act, H2242 [23FE]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH, EXTENSION, AND TEACHING POLICY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Observance, H2666 [24MR]

NATIONAL AGRICULTURE WEEK

Remarks in House

Observance, H2536 [17MR], H2586 [18MR], H2608 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S1059 [17MR]

NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

NATIONAL ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 658, designate, S1546 [23MR]

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR STOCK CAR AUTO RACING, INC. (NASCAR)

Remarks in House

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF AGRICULTURAL EDUCATORS

Remarks in House

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS

Remarks in Senate

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS

Bills and resolutions

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS

Remarks in House

Williamsport, PA: tribute to Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Service recipient of National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award, H1968 [3FE]

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS

Bills and resolutions

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINERS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

National Athletic Training Month: observance, E266 [25MR]

NATIONAL BLACK HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Goals and ideals: support (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, H142, H227 [8JA], H1158 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S141 [13JA]

NATIONAL BRIDGE FUNDING REFORM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

NATIONAL CACFP WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 656, designate, S1517 [22MR]

NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, E160 [24FE]

NATIONAL CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION

Bills and resolutions

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

NATIONAL CEMETERIES related term(s) Cemeteries and Funerals

Bills and resolutions

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see S.J. Res. 105), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

——— establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

——— report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMINISTRATION ANNUAL REPORT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

NATIONAL CLEANING WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Bills and resolutions

Colleges and universities: establish rules regarding eligibility of student athletes for intercollegiate athletics (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

Football: support proposal by Mike Leach to reform structure and governance of Football Bowl Subdivision postseason to protect opportunity, sustainability, and fair competition in major college football (see H. Res. 1011), H948 [20JA]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Cahill, Kevin: NCAA Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Gonzaga University: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA], H942 [20JA]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA]

Sports: concern over private equity involvement in collegiate athletics, H1157 [21JA]

Texas Christian University: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166 [25FE]

University of Idaho: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

University of Oregon: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

Remarks in Senate

Indiana University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 589), S298 [27JA]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 575, tribute to Oklahoma State University men’s cross country team, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 578, tribute to University of Washington men’s soccer team, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 589, tribute to Montana State University football team, S295 [27JA]

S. Res. 595, tribute to Indiana University football team, S421 [30JA]

NATIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATIONFL

Remarks in House

Pasco County, FL: Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center recipient of National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award, E8 [7JA]

NATIONAL CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY

Appointments

Members, H1935 [2FE]

NATIONAL COURT REPORTERS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

National Court Reporting and Captioning Week: observance, E98 [3FE]

NATIONAL CREDIT UNION ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Credit: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see S. 3616), S161 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: direct FDIC and National Credit Union Administration to establish emergency transaction account guarantee programs (see H.R. 8075), H2710 [25MR]

FDIC and National Credit Union Administration: carry out analysis to determine whether insurance coverage should be raised on covered transaction accounts (see H.R. 8090), H2711 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S530–S532 [9FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

NATIONAL CRNA WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

NATIONAL DAY OF PLAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 655, designate, S1517 [22MR]

NATIONAL DEBT see Public Debt

NATIONAL DESERT DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H.J. Res. 138), H252 [8JA]

NATIONAL ELIZABETH PERATROVICH DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 619, designate, S711 [26FE]

NATIONAL EMBLEMS

Bills and resolutions

Foreign aid: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2234 [20FE]

Taiwan: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

NATIONAL EMERGENCIES ACT

Amendments

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Remarks in House

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Reports filed

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, suspend counting of calendar days in House for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs, H2107 [10FE]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES MEMORIAL EXTENSION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR], E244 [19MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2196, provisions, H2523 [16MR]

NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR], E244 [19MR]

Reports filed

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2196, National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act, H2523 [16MR]

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR DEMOCRACY

Remarks in House

Funding, H739, H797, H798 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Funding, S412 [30JA]

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

National Council on African American History and Culture: establish (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

NATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION POLICY ACT

Reports filed

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

Housing: exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS FOUNDATION

Bills and resolutions

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks in Senate

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL

Bills and resolutions

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks in Senate

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL COIN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4051), S1011 [11MR]

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS

Remarks in House

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Bills and resolutions

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31 [13JA]

Little, Bailey: American FFA Degree award recipient, H2172 [11FE]

National FFA Week: observance, H2262, H2264 [24FE]

Pennsylvania FFA: tribute to officers, H110 [7JA]

Schoenfeld, Jilian: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

VanDyke, Brayden: tribute to participation in Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit, H105 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 622, National FFA Week, S712 [26FE]

NATIONAL FFA WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Observance, H2262, H2264 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 622, designate, S712 [26FE]

NATIONAL FIREARMS ACT

Letters

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2194, H2203 [12FE]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197–H2199 [12FE]

Reports filed

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

Reports filed

NFIP Extension Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

NATIONAL FOOTBALL FOUNDATION

Remarks in House

Patterson, Gary: National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Bills and resolutions

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see S. Res. 610), S610 [12FE] (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Martinez Ocasio, Benito A. (Bad Bunny): tribute to Super Bowl halftime show performace, H2102 [10FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, E124 [10FE]

Stafford, Matthew: National Football League Most Valuable Player award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, E122 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, S524 [9FE]

——— tribute (S. Res. 610), S591, S616 [12FE]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, S674 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 610, tribute to Seattle Seahawks (football team), S613 [12FE]

NATIONAL FORESTS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

——— require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Public lands: restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Letters

Save Our Sequoias Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2503–H2509, H2514 [16MR], H2615 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Reports filed

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2709, Save Our Sequoias Act, H2503–H2507 [16MR]

NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 603, observance, S555 [10FE]

NATIONAL GUARD

Bills and resolutions

Angst, Curtis J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (see H.R. 7667), H2296 [24FE]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H251 [8JA]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Crime: establish criminal penalties for interfering with National Guard protective zones (see H.R. 7898), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for housing loans to members of Reserve components and National Guard who perform certain duties (see H.R. 7009), H655 [12JA]

Klinner, John A.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Koval, Seth R.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Pennington, Benjamin N.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Pruitt, Ashley B.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Savino, Ariana G.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Simmons, Tyler H.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Notices

Intention not to object to nomination of Thomas M. Carden, Jr., to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief: Senator Padilla, S140 [12JA]

Remarks in House

Arkansas: tribute to 2d Congressional District National Guard recruitment figures, H2045 [9FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2556 [18MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Sorffly Davius, H2666 [24MR]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

South Carolina: tribute to National Guard, H705 [13JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Carden, Thomas M., Jr.: nomination to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief, S140 [12JA]

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

Iowa: anniversary of Iowa National Guard partnership with Kosovo, S691 [26FE]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

Montana: tribute to Montana National Guard Military and Family Readiness Group, S339 [28JA]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA]

Texts of

S. 2074, Servicemembers’ Credit Monitoring Enhancement Act, S877 [5MR]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

Government regulations: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

——— require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

Safety: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

——— require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Government regulations: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

NATIONAL HOLIDAYS see Special Days and Holidays

NATIONAL HOUSING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

NATIONAL HOUSING EMERGENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, H666 [13JA]

NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1024), H1921 [30JA]

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

Remarks in House

Employees: tribute, H2014 [4FE]

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Bills and resolutions

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Government regulations: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Technology: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Small business: develop resources in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 3679, Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, H2244 [23FE]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development: establish (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Science: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Diseases and disorders: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development: establish (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

NATIONAL INTEGRATED DROUGHT INFORMATION SYSTEM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

NATIONAL KIDNEY MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, H2668 [24MR]

NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS ACT

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Letters

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

NATIONAL LANDSLIDE PREPAREDNESS ACT

Amendments

Reauthorize (S. 1626), S10, S13, S17 [5JA]

Remarks in Senate

Reauthorize (S. 1626), S10–S16 [5JA]

Reports filed

Reauthorize: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2250) (H. Rept. 119–431), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

S. 1626, reauthorize, S13–S16 [5JA]

NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S95 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S230 [15JA]

NATIONAL LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 570), S140 [12JA]

NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY ACT

Amendments

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Motions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR DAY

Remarks in House

Observance, H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S1605 [25MR]

NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR MONUMENT LOCATION ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 858, provisions, S1605 [25MR]

NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR MUSEUM FOUNDATION

Amendments

National Medal of Honor Museum: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Remarks in House

National Medal of Honor Museum: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

National Medal of Honor Museum: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Observance (S. Res. 600), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 600, observance, S514 [5FE]

NATIONAL MONUMENTS see Monuments and Memorials

NATIONAL OBJECTIVES related term(s) Domestic policy

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

Bills and resolutions

CDC: establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

——— recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR] (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE], H2538, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: launch of White House Great American Recovery Initiative, H1984 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Domestic policy: address housing costs, H724 [14JA]

——— legislative priorities, H2344 [3MR]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA], H2083, H2085 [9FE]

Families and domestic relations: importance of men in families, H2612 [19MR]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H672 [13JA], H727, H803, H804 [14JA], H2021 [4FE], H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE], H2489 [16MR], H2540, H2543 [17MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119, H129 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H1958 [3FE], H2539 [17MR], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR], E169 [26FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H1130 [21JA], H2344 [3MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA], S541 [10FE], S770 [4MR], S1020 [12MR], S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S19 [6JA], S185, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA], S560 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA], S635–S641 [24FE], S771 [4MR], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE], S973, S974 [11MR], S1054 [16MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693, S714 [26FE]

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

Reports filed

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

S. Con. Res. 31, recognize duty of Congress to meet needs of working women, S1619 [25MR]

NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION related term(s) Department of Commerce

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Digital Coast Program: extend program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Technology: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Chesapeake Bay Office: reauthorize (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Marine mammals: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

Oceans: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

——— improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

Radar Next Program: establish (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

Regional Ocean Partnerships: reauthorize (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Technology: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Weather: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Technology: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Fish and fishing: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Technology: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Digital Coast Program: extend program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program: establish (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR RARE DISORDERS

Bills and resolutions

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Rare Disease Day: designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 620, Rare Disease Day, S711 [26FE]

NATIONAL OSCEOLA TURKEY DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 647, designate, S1095 [17MR]

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE related term(s) National Parks and Recreation Areas

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

American Battlefield Protection Program: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

César E. Chávez National Monument: abolish and defund (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see S. 3715), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

——— study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

——— upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program: establish (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

Wildfires: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2525–H2527 [16MR]

Dept. of the Interior: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Gateway Arch Park Foundation: enter into agreement to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Wildfires: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Chiricahua National Park Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

H.R. 4467, Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, H2509 [16MR]

H.R. 5254, Gateway Partnership Act, H2519 [16MR]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6380, Chiricahua National Park Act, H2525 [16MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS related term(s) Parks and Recreation Areas

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see S. 3715), S344 [28JA]

Death and dying: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

——— restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

——— upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Mississippi: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of Natchez Historical Park (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

National Park Service: abolish and defund César E. Chávez National Monument (see S. 4205), S1614 [25MR]

——— authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

——— establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2362 [3MR]

Lists

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area attractions, programs, and activities, S431 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2525–H2527 [16MR]

Dept. of the Interior: clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

——— enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, H2668 [24MR], E178 [3MR]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area: tribute, S431, S432 [2FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

Chiricahua National Park Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4386, America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act, H2362 [3MR]

H.R. 4467, Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act, H2509 [16MR]

H.R. 5254, Gateway Partnership Act, H2519 [16MR]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

H.R. 6380, Chiricahua National Park Act, H2525 [16MR]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

NATIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 621), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 621, designate, S711 [26FE]

NATIONAL QUANTUM INITIATIVE ACT

Bills and resolutions

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

NIST: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

Reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORP. see Amtrak

NATIONAL REVIEW (publication)

Articles and editorials

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, E117 [9FE]

NATIONAL RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

NATIONAL SCHOOL CHOICE WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S366, S367 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 587, designate, S294 [27JA]

NATIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE] (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 596, designate, S492 [4FE]

NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: increase penalties for theft or bribery concerning programs receiving Federal funds and require audits under summer food service program (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Bills and resolutions

AI Grand Challenges Program: establish and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Federal employees: support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Research: provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Technology: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

National Center for Atmospheric Research: funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

NATIONAL SECURITY related term(s) Department of Defense; Espionage; Strategic Materials; Terrorism

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S17 [5JA]

——— recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S261, S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: enhance private sector outreach in support of Defense Production Act (see H.R. 8038), H2674 [24MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

China: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

——— increase penalties for terrorists (see H.R. 8040), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7136), H924 [16JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

——— modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Defense Production Act Committee: require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

——— establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

——— permit Secs. of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposed rules to Export Administration Review Board (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

——— promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

——— submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA] (see H. Res. 983), H252 [8JA]

——— develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

——— enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

——— establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

——— prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for auditable financial statements (see S. 3902), S650 [24FE]

——— provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

——— review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize deployment and assistance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection relative to investigations of certain violent acts, shootings, and mass killings (see H.R. 7098), H919 [15JA]

——— develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

——— extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

——— include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

——— reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

——— require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2627 [20MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

——— develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2233 [20FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

——— establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

——— evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

EPA: amend regulations relative to exemptions for engines and equipment for purposes of national security (see H.R. 8001), H2620 [19MR]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide authority to suspend entry and immigration benefits during declared invasion at U.S. southern border (see H.R. 7105), H919 [15JA]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

——— require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Space Force: submit feasibility report on expanding Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender (see S. 4201), S1614 [25MR]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

——— prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Letters

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Lists

Members of Congress taking oath for access to classified information, H2039 [5FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

National Emergency Relative to Energy: President Trump, S1599 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

National Emergency Relative to Iran: President Trump, S761 [3MR], H2367 [3MR]

National Emergency Relative to Russia: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2697 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Army: tribute, H648 [12JA]

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H1955 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

——— making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— support (H. Res. 1128), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Dept. of State: proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

——— require enforcement of existing immigration laws, H2085 [9FE]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Marin, Jhonier D.: Dept. of Defense Mexican Border Defense Medal recipient, H722 [14JA]

Mining and mineral resources: combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

National Open-Source Intelligence Day: observance, H2307 [25FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment, H666 [13JA], H1940 [2FE], H1970 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE], H2214 [12FE]

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

——— urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

——— address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459–H2463 [5MR]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Terrorism: recognize threat that spread of radical Islamist ideology poses to U.S., H605 [9JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2344 [3MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H607 [9JA], H1939 [2FE], H1991 [4FE], H2274 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H1337, H1338 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

China: U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S1020 [12MR], S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (S. Res. 591), S355 [28JA]

——— funding, S410 [30JA]

——— recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense (S. Res. 519), S263 [15JA]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S416 [30JA], S594–S596 [12FE]

——— rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

——— review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

——— importance of enforcement of immigration laws, S1183 [18MR]

Israel: express and reaffirm importance of U.S.-Israel relationship, S306 [28JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S57 [6JA], S74–S87 [7JA], S105, S108 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S1021 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S198 [14JA], S304–S306 [28JA], S449 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313, S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

United Kingdom: proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H. Res. 1128, Support Dept. of Homeland Security: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Drone Espionage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H. Res. 1128, support Dept. of Homeland Security, H2688 [25MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. Res. 519, recognize achievements and contributions of AH–64 Apache attack helicopter and aviators and support personnel to national defense, S263 [15JA]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

S. Res. 591, anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO, S348 [28JA]

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

NATIONAL SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY

Cloture motions

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Senator Wyden, S688 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S675 [25FE], S877 [5MR], S912–S914 [9MR], S949–S951 [10MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent request, S913, S914 [9MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Committee on Intelligence (Senate, Select), S552 [10FE]

NATIONAL SLAM THE SCAM DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 627, designate, S887 [5MR]

NATIONAL SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 624, designate, S734 [2MR]

NATIONAL SPEECH AND DEBATE EDUCATION DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 626), S851 [4MR], S907 [9MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 626, designate, S804 [4MR]

NATIONAL STALKING AWARENESS MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 586, designate, S293 [27JA]

NATIONAL STEM WEEK

Amendments

Establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Texts of

S. 1070, establish, S716 [26FE]

NATIONAL STEM WEEK ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Texts of

S. 1070, provisions, S716 [26FE]

NATIONAL TAXPAYERS UNION

Remarks in House

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs, E96 [3FE]

NATIONAL TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program: authorize States to use leftover funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Technology: publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

Telephones: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Reports filed

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION ORGANIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

NATIONAL TRAFFICKING AND MODERN SLAVERY PREVENTION MONTH

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 603, observance, S555 [10FE]

NATIONAL TRAILS see Trails

NATIONAL TRAILS SYSTEM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

NATIONAL TRANSIT FRONTLINE WORKFORCE TRAINING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S657, S665 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Nomination of John DeLeeuw to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Michael Graham to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

NATIONAL TRIBAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 601, designate, S515 [5FE]

NATIONAL TRIO DAY

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S969 [11MR]

NATIONAL TRIPLE-NEGATIVE BREAST CANCER DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE

Bills and resolutions

Akron, OH: anniversary of Akron Urban League (see H. Res. 1000), H893 [14JA]

NATIONAL URGENT RECRUITMENT FOR SKILLED EMPLOYEES (NURSE) VISA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7351), H2029 [4FE]

NATIONAL VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Hall, Alec: National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Remarks in House

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

NATIONAL WEATHER SAFETY BOARD

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

FAA: ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION

Remarks in House

Casalena, Mary Jo: National Wild Turkey Federation Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H2636 [24MR]

NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES

Bills and resolutions

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Reports filed

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

NATIONAL WOMAN’S RELIEF CORPS (organization)

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Illinois: move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

Texts of

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

NATIONAL WOMEN AND GIRLS HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Goals and ideals: support (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NATIONAL WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR] (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 653, designate, S1382 [19MR]

NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Observance, H2560 [18MR], H2669–H2672 [24MR], E178 [3MR], E229, E230, E231 [18MR], E263 [25MR]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Observance, S1159 [18MR]

NATIONAL YEAR OF THE VOLUNTEER

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

NATIONWIDE CONSUMER AND FUEL RETAILER CHOICE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

NATIVE AMERICAN ENTREPRENEURIAL OPPORTUNITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

NATIVE AMERICAN HOUSING ASSISTANCE AND SELF-DETERMINATION ACT

Remarks in House

Reauthorize, H2092 [9FE]

NATIVE AMERICANS

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

Children and youth: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8048), H2675 [24MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

——— preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (see H.R. 7710), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Education: eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow U.S. Marshals Service to assist in certain Tribal criminal matters (see H.R. 7490), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

——— convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

——— take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (see S. 4053), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Transportation: increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR] (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

Mississippi: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of Natchez Historical Park (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

New York (State): nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (see H.R. 7065), H892 [14JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund: clarify that amounts may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see S. 3769), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7269), H1915 [27JA]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

Women: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348, H2349 [3MR]

——— authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2357, H2358 [3MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act: reauthorize, H2092 [9FE]

Spokane Tribe of Indians: anniversary, H1981 [4FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE]

Utah: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2514–H2516 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Arts and humanities: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (S. 4053), S1011 [11MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Hawaiian Language Month: observance, S714 [26FE]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Women: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Reports filed

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land Held in Trust for Federally Recognized Indian Tribes: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5910) (H. Rept. 119–453), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah): Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 681, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 3073, Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, H2515 [16MR]

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

H.R. 5910, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes, H2348 [3MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

S. Res. 601, National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week, S515 [5FE]

S. Res. 619, National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 625, Hawaiian Language Month, S735 [2MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

NATO PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY

Appointments

Members, H801 [14JA]

NATURAL GAS related term(s) Power Resources

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

——— require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

Foreign trade: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Taxation: expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

——— national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S590 [12FE], S974 [11MR], S1064 [17MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1421 [20MR]

Reports filed

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

NATURAL GAS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

NATURAL RESOURCES

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Taxation: extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

EPA: reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA], H2016 [4FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

NATURALIZATION ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

NATURE CONSERVANCY (organization)

Remarks in House

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

NAUMOV, MAXIM

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H649 [12JA]

NAUMOV, VADIM

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

NAVAB, MEHRI

Remarks in House

Girl Scouts: National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award recipient, H728 [14JA]

NAVAL AIR STATION PENSACOLA, FL

Bills and resolutions

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

NAVAL ENHANCEMENT FOR PROTECTION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS UNDERSEA NETWORK EQUIPMENT (NEPTUNE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

NAVY see Department of Defense

NAYLON, MIKAELA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S560 [11FE]

NAZI PARTY—WORLD WAR II

Remarks in House

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Texts of

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

NEAL, RICHARD E. (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2474 [5MR]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2097 [9FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2032 [4FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (H.R. 8060), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H218, H226 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H218, H226 [8JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2156 [11FE]

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71• [23JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2156 [11FE]

Tributes

Halasi-Kun, David L. (Moon), E17• [8JA]

Sturgeon, Bill, H2107 [10FE]

NEBRASKA

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Noah L. Tietjens, S775 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Tietjens, Noah L.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

McCartney, Rob: Nebraska Broadcasters Association Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76 [27JA]

Wildfires: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

Wildfires: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

Tributes

Sasse, Ben, H665 [13JA]

NEBRASKA BROADCASTERS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

McCartney, Rob: Nebraska Broadcasters Association Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76 [27JA]

NEENAN, JAMES E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2635 [24MR]

NEGOMIR, KYLE

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, E188 [4MR]

NEGUSE, JOE (a Representative from Colorado)

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H949 [20JA]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2598 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see H.R. 7730), H2332 [26FE]

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture and NSF: carry out cross-cutting and collaborative research and development activities focused on joint advancement of mission requirements and priorities (see H.R. 3707), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1976 [3FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1977 [3FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H13 [6JA]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H925 [16JA]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2033 [4FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: assist employers providing employment to individuals with disabilities under special certificates allowing for payment of subminimum wage to transition away from and phase out use of such certificates (see H.R. 4771), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2259 [23FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1916 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2477 [9MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H2371 [3MR]

——— reimburse certain expenses during period in which there is lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 5777), H2677 [24MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Firefighters: increase preparation of structural firefighters to assist in wildfire and wildland-urban interface fire response efforts and coordination of firefighting teams across all levels of government (see H.R. 4852), H2712 [25MR]

——— mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H616 [9JA]

Hazardous substances: prohibit procurement of certain items containing perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) or perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and prioritize procurement of products without per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) (see H.R. 3110), H2711 [25MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2371 [3MR]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2188 [11FE]

Insurance: prohibit group health plans and group or individual health insurance issuers from imposing cost-sharing requirements for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations (see H.R. 3037), H656 [12JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: add physical therapists to list of health care providers allowed to utilize locum tenens (substitute) arrangements (see H.R. 1517), H949 [20JA]

——— include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for purposes of annual wellness visit (see H.R. 1171), H949 [20JA]

——— limit coinsurance amount for certain services furnished in ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 3006), H135 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: increase access to services provided by advanced practice registered nurses (see H.R. 1317), H2225 [13FE]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H13 [6JA]

Minnesota: withdraw from mineral exploration Federal lands and waters in Rainy River Watershed, including in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Voyageurs National Park, and Superior National Forest (see H.R. 588), H894 [14JA]

NASA: utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (see H.R. 390), H616 [9JA]

Native Americans: allow Tribal nations to prosecute non-Native offenders for drug trafficking and allow Tribal courts to execute warrants for electronic material to better combat drug traffickers and other criminals (see H.R. 3773), H719 [13JA]

New Mexico: withdraw certain Federal land in Pecos Watershed area from mineral entry and designate Thompson Peak Wilderness Area (see H.R. 2727), H921 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public buildings: provide for certain requirements and oversight for demolition or substantial alteration of Federal buildings (see H.R. 6896), H616 [9JA]

Radio: oppose new fees, taxes, royalties, or charges on local, over the air, radio stations (see H. Con. Res. 12), H2371 [3MR]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2474 [5MR]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2033 [4FE]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H135 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (see H.R. 7627), H2234 [20FE]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: include Indian Tribes among priority resource concerns (H.R. 7627), H2235 [20FE]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (H.R. 7370), H2032 [4FE]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (H.R. 7706), H2329 [25FE]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (H.R. 8061), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H206 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2109 [10FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2109, H2110, H2111, H2114 [10FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2109, H2113 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2111, H2113, H2114 [10FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2109 [10FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1163 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

NEHEMIAH ALLIANCE (organization)

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S507 [5FE]

NEHLS, TROY E. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

——— enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: improve student and exchange visitor visa programs (see H.R. 7063), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H895 [14JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2298 [24FE]

Immigration: improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2371 [3MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (H.R. 7371), H2032 [4FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (H.R. 7510), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (H.R. 7916), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (H.R. 7442), H2096 [9FE]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 7662), H2297 [24FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (H.R. 7553), H2220 [12FE]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (H.R. 6987), H253 [8JA]

Remarks

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2662• [24MR]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2255 [23FE]

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

NEIGHBORHOODS see Community Development; Urban Areas

NEILSON, DOREEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E96 [3FE]

NEIRINCKX, RAYMOND

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S253 [15JA]

NELSON, BROCK

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2103 [10FE]

NELSON, DAVID

Remarks in House

Tribute, E151 [23FE]

NELSON, TAJIAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2100 [10FE]

NeSMITH, SETH

Remarks in House

Georgia Hospital Association: Hospital Hero award recipient, H1159 [21JA]

NESSELRODT, RYAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E21 [9JA]

NETFLIX, INC.

Remarks in Senate

Rice, Susan: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

NETHERLANDS, KINGDOM OF THE

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1040–S1044 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Giannini, Kate: Dept. of State Fulbright Specialist Award recipient, H618 [12JA]

NEVADA

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Subpoena Notices

U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, H1993 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

NEVILLE, DAVID

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: Citizen Diplomat Award recipient, E123 [10FE]

NEW BALTIMORE, MI

Remarks in House

Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce: anniversary, E69 [22JA]

NEW BANK APPLICATION NUMBERS KNOWLEDGE (NEW BANK) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

NEW CASTLE COUNTY, DE

Remarks in House

Hollins, Penrose: Delaware Order of the First State award recipient, H2534 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Remarks in House

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169 [26FE]

NEW HAVEN, CT

Bills and resolutions

Rodriguez, Cristina M.: tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

NEW IMMIGRANT COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT INC.

Remarks in Senate

Immigration: prohibit Community and Training Center funding, S413 [30JA]

NEW JERSEY

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Black History Month: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

Dept. of Education: disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

Orosz, Christine: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Panarese, Melanie: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Peeler, Jim: Camden County, NJ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66 [22JA]

Trump, President: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

Wall Township, NJ: anniversary, E193 [5MR]

NEW MEXICO

Remarks in House

Black History Month: observance, E146 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Bataan Memorial March: tribute to running event, S1429 [20MR]

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESS OWNERSHIP AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

NEW ORLEANS, LA

Bills and resolutions

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Housing: improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

Law enforcement: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

NEW ROCHELLE, NY

Remarks in House

New Rochelle Bar Association: tribute to Lawyers in the Classroom program, H2377 [4MR]

New Rochelle YMCA: tribute, H2608 [19MR]

Young Israel of Scarsdale: anniversary, H2667 [24MR]

NEW ROCHELLE BAR ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Lawyers in the Classroom program: tribute, H2377 [4MR]

NEW YORK, NY

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

Disasters: recognize victims of Happy Land Social Club fire in Bronx, NY, on March 25, 1990 (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

Happy Land Social Club Fire Day of Remembrance: designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Bronx, NY: tribute to Black History Month Living Legends Luncheon, H2207 [12FE]

——— tribute to Co-op City (housing development) residents for serving on Bronx Community Board 10, H1982 [4FE]

New York (NY) Co-op City Times: tribute, H112 [7JA]

Ollis, Michael: Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

Refettorio Harlem (organization): tribute, H2269 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Queens, NY: express condolences to victims and those affected by collision at LaGuardia Airport, S1527 [23MR]

Senate: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

Texts of

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

NEW YORK (NY) CO-OP CITY TIMES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H112 [7JA]

NEW YORK (NY) POST

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

NEW YORK (NY) TIMES

Remarks in House

Casper, WY: Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters (business) inclusion in New York (NY) Times best clothing stores list, H2013 [4FE]

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

NEW YORK (State)

Bills and resolutions

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Happy Land Social Club Fire Day of Remembrance: designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7659), H2296 [24FE]

Native Americans: nullify applicability of jurisdiction over offenses committed on Indian reservations relative to Seneca Nation of Indians (see H.R. 7065), H892 [14JA]

New York, NY: recognize victims of Happy Land Social Club fire in Bronx, NY, on March 25, 1990 (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Danny Fund, Inc.: tribute, H604 [9JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

Dobbs Ferry, NY: tribute to Senior Citizen Program, H1982 [4FE]

Elma, NY: groundbreaking of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church new sanctuary, E244 [19MR]

EPA: reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

McAvoy, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2454 [5MR]

Mount Vernon, NY: tribute to Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce, H2378 [4MR]

Murray Roofing Co., Inc.: anniversary, E265 [25MR]

New Rochelle, NY: anniversary of Young Israel of Scarsdale, H2667 [24MR]

——— tribute to New Rochelle YMCA, H2608 [19MR]

New York, NY: tribute to Refettorio Harlem (organization), H2269 [24FE]

New York (NY) Co-op City Times: tribute, H112 [7JA]

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Knights of Columbus (organization) Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

Randolph, NY: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Rochester, NY: tribute to James Monroe High School football team, H698 [13JA]

Scouting America (organization): tribute to Port Chester, NY, Scout Troop 400 and Scout Troop 420, H911 [15JA]

16th Congressional District: tribute to local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

Trump, President: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Helen Hayes Hospital, H941 [20JA]

——— anniversary of S.W. Johnson Fire Dept., H725 [14JA]

——— anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

White Plains, NY: tribute, H2100 [10FE]

Yonkers, NY: tribute to Rotary Club of Yonkers-East Yonkers, H2172 [11FE]

Texts of

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

Tributes

Ottinger, Richard L., H2451 [5MR]

NEW ZEALAND

Bills and resolutions

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

Reports filed

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

NEWARK, NJ

Remarks in House

Arts High School: tribute to girls’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

Malcolm X Shabazz High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

NEWCASTLE, WY

Remarks in House

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

NEWCASTLE (WY) NEWS LETTER JOURNAL

Remarks in House

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

NEWHOUSE, DAN (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit discrimination by abortion against unborn children on basis of Turner syndrome (see H.R. 7177), H1171 [21JA]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2097 [9FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H894 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 2548), H2236 [20FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (H.R. 7074), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1125 [21JA], H2039 [5FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2039 [5FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1313 [22JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H236 [8JA]

Reed, Matt, H2205 [12FE]

NEWMAN, ANDREW A.

Articles and editorials

Three in Four Americans Say Groceries Are So Expensive They’ve Been Forced To Cut Down on Other Spending, H2541 [17MR]

NEWS MEDIA

Bills and resolutions

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

Shirley, Nick: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Sophie Hehir, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Clinton County (PA) Record: tribute, H104 [7JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Hagåtña (GU) Pacific Daily News: anniversary, E65 [22JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

McCartney, Rob: Nebraska Broadcasters Association Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76 [27JA]

MyHometownBronxville.com (Internet site): tribute, H2538 [17MR]

MyRye.com (Internet site): anniversary, H723 [14JA]

New York (NY) Co-op City Times: tribute, H112 [7JA]

Oil City (PA) Derrick: tribute, H2683 [25MR]

Pacific Daily News: anniversary, H2638 [24MR]

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170 [26FE]

Scarsdale10583 (Internet site): anniversary, H1981 [4FE]

Shoreline Publishing, Inc.: tribute, H108 [7JA]

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243 [19MR]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Council Grove (KS) Republican: tribute, S956 [10MR]

Information technology: revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

Rice, Susan: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S544 [10FE]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

NEWSOM, GAVIN (Governor of California)

Remarks in House

California: allegations of unemployment fraud, H612 [9JA], H1946 [2FE]

——— impact of policies on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

NEWSPAPERS related term(s) News Media

Bills and resolutions

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

Remarks in House

Clinton County (PA) Record: tribute, H104 [7JA]

Hagåtña (GU) Pacific Daily News: anniversary, E65 [22JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

New York (NY) Co-op City Times: tribute, H112 [7JA]

Oil City (PA) Derrick: tribute, H2683 [25MR]

Pacific Daily News: anniversary, H2638 [24MR]

Philadelphia (PA) Gay News: anniversary, E171 [2MR]

Portland (OR) Skanner: tribute, E128 [11FE]

Rye (NY) Record: tribute, H2586 [18MR]

Shoreline Publishing, Inc.: tribute, H108 [7JA]

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243 [19MR]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Council Grove (KS) Republican: tribute, S956 [10MR]

Plainville (KS) Times: tribute, S22 [6JA]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

NEWTON, ERIC L.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

NFIP EXTENSION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 5577) (H. Rept. 119–456), H918 [15JA]

NICARAGUA, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

NICARAGUAN INVESTMENT CONDITIONALITY ACT (NICA)

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

NICEVILLE, FL

Proclamations

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: Representative Patronis, E85 [30JA]

NICHOLS, DOROTHY GLENN (MS. DOT)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E32 [13JA]

NICK SHIRLEY CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

NICOLAKIS, LOUIE AND JEANNIE

Remarks in House

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

NICOLS, JAMES, JR.

Lists

Deefield Beach, FL, Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Deefield Beach, FL: tribute to Black Heritage Banquet honorees, E225 [17MR]

NIEVES, INEZ

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

NIGERIA, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

NIGERIA RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

NIGG, CHRISTOPHER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1983 [4FE]

NIHART, MARY ANN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2013 [4FE], E66 [22JA]

NITZ, CHARLES M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E220 [16MR]

NIVENS, ROOSEVELT

Remarks in House

AASA, School Superintendents Association: Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

NO AID FOR GHOST STUDENTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

NO AID FOR RUSSIAN ENERGY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

NO BAILOUT FOR CRYPTO ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Texts of

S. 4157, provisions, S1380 [19MR]

NO BUDGET, NO PAY ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

NO CLIMATE TREATIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Texts of

S. 3713, provisions, S347 [28JA]

NO CRYPTO IN SOCIAL SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

Texts of

S. 4092, provisions, S1049 [12MR]

NO DELAY IN REPRESENTATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

NO ESCAPING JUSTICE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

NO FEDERAL EXPANSION DESIGNATION (FED) IN WEST TEXAS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

NO FEDERAL TAX DOLLARS FOR ILLEGAL ALIENS HEALTH INSURANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

NO FENTANYL ON SOCIAL MEDIA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

NO FUNDING FOR FOREIGN AGENTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3610), S115 [8JA]

NO FUNDS FOR REPEAT CHILD CARE VIOLATIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

NO GETTING RICH IN CONGRESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

NO HARM DATA CENTERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

NO ICE ADS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

NO IMMUNITY FOR GLYPHOSATE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

NO OCCUPATION OF VENEZUELA (NOVA) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

NO OUTSOURCING OF NATIONAL ASSETS TO TREATY ORGANIZATIONS (NO NATO) FOR PURCHASE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NO PRIVATE BOUNTY HUNTERS FOR IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7161), H948 [20JA]

NO REWARDS FOR JANUARY 6 RIOTERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

NO ROGUE RULINGS ACT (NORRA)

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1526), H712 [13JA]

NO SANCTUARY CITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

NO SETTLEMENTS FOR JANUARY 6 LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSAULTERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

NO SHAME AT SCHOOL ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

NO STOCK ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

NO TARIFFS ON GROCERIES ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

NO TAX DOLLARS FOR TERRORISTS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

NO TAX ON HOME SALES ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4327), H1157 [21JA]

NO TAX ON RESTORED BENEFITS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

NO TAX ON WRONGFUL DELAY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3587), S89 [7JA]

NO UNAUTHORIZED WAR IN MEXICO ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

NO WAIVERS FOR FRAUD ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

NOAA WEATHER RADIO MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

NOBLE, PEGGY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H146 [8JA]

NOBLE, VINCENT J.

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Vincent J. Noble to be Marine Corps Colonel: Senator Wyden, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

NOBLE-T ARBOR, LLC

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S703 [26FE]

NOEM, KRISTI see Secretary of Homeland Security (Kristi Noem)

NOISE POLLUTION related term(s) Pollution

Bills and resolutions

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

Remarks in House

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

Reports filed

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3410, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, H2661 [24MR]

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS related term(s) Charities; Tax-Exempt Organizations

Bills and resolutions

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities relative to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services to promote caregiver wellness (see H.R. 7911), H2482 [12MR]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Employment: require that certain nonprofits comply with E–Verify program (see H.R. 7680), H2327 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H918 [15JA]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Proclamations

National FBLA Week: Representative Murphy, E124 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Charities: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

City Rescue Mission (organization): anniversary, H2536 [17MR]

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Danny Fund, Inc.: tribute, H604 [9JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: Nonprofit Security Grant Program funding, H2488 [16MR]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

Fathers M.I.A. (organization): anniversary, E265 [25MR]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Gardner, MA: tribute to Growing Places (organization), H2345 [3MR]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

Los Angeles, CA: anniversary of Arroyo Vista Family Health Center, E56 [20JA]

Mamaroneck, NY: tribute to Emelin Theatre, H2377 [4MR]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739 [14JA]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

New York, NY: tribute to Refettorio Harlem (organization), H2269 [24FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Scarsdale Forum Inc.: tribute, H1129 [21JA]

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA): anniversary, E108 [4FE]

WECC–Radio (Folkston, GA): tribute, H2593 [18MR]

Reports filed

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

NOORANI, SADRUDDIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E103 [4FE]

NORCROSS, DONALD (a Representative from New Jersey)

Appointments

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2334 [26FE]

BLM: designate certain portions of Colorado Plateau red rock canyons and Basin and Range Deserts in Utah as wilderness (see H.R. 2467), H2473 [5MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2474 [5MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2473 [5MR]

Crime: prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2097 [9FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2473 [5MR]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (see H.R. 1902), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2120 [10FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2330 [25FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2098 [9FE]

——— revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (see H.R. 4307), H135 [7JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2473 [5MR]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see H.R. 5880), H2120 [10FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H2098 [9FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

FCC: establish process for domestic abuse survivors to request termination or disabling of connected vehicle services that abusers misuse (see H.R. 2110), H2477 [9MR]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2551 [17MR]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2551 [17MR]

——— increase preparation of structural firefighters to assist in wildfire and wildland-urban interface fire response efforts and coordination of firefighting teams across all levels of government (see H.R. 4852), H2551 [17MR]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2422 [4MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1352 [22JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H253 [8JA]

Law enforcement officers: ensure ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters (see H.R. 1443), H2551 [17MR]

——— prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2531 [16MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1173 [21JA]

Office of National Drug Control Policy: establish new requirements for assessments and reports (see H.R. 2964), H2120 [10FE]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2676 [24MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2474 [5MR]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2097 [9FE]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

States: authorize Federal reimbursement of State funds used to maintain participation in Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5705), H719 [13JA]

Supreme Court: promulgate code of ethics for Justices (see H.R. 3513), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2188 [11FE]

——— establish refundable tax credit for residential energy expenditures (see H.R. 6758), H895 [14JA]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

Minimum wage: increase (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (H.R. 7116), H921 [15JA]

Minimum wage: increase (H.R. 7471), H2119 [10FE]

Motions

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H680 [13JA]

Remarks

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H679 [13JA]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

Peeler, Jim: Camden County, NJ, Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66• [22JA]

Votes: correction, E152• [23FE]

Tributes

Bennett, Howard, H2173 [11FE]

Campbell-Cruz, Mary, E215• [16MR]

McHugh, Sandra, E219• [16MR]

Pittman, Anthony R., Sr., E54• [20JA]

Quinesso, Johnny, Sr., E117• [9FE]

NORDHOFF, NANCY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2265 [24FE], E146 [20FE]

NORFOLK, VA

Bills and resolutions

Ships and vessels: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORP.

Remarks in House

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

NORMAN, RALPH (a Representative from South Carolina)

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1298 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2297 [24FE]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Education: abolish and provide funding directly to States for elementary and secondary education (see H.R. 2691), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2188 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2033 [4FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2330 [25FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Diseases and disorders: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (see H.R. 7041), H717 [13JA]

Members of Congress: eliminate automatic salary adjustments (see H.R. 7628), H2234 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Diseases and disorders: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (H.R. 8018), H2622 [19MR]

House Rules: prohibit consideration of any legislation that contains earmarks (H.R. 7041), H718 [13JA]

Members of Congress: eliminate automatic salary adjustments (H.R. 7628), H2235 [20FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2373 [4MR]

Remarks

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

Tributes

McMahon, David, H142 [8JA]

NORMANDIN, LOUIS O., II (LON)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2425 [5MR], E181 [3MR]

NORMENT, ALICE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S756 [3MR]

NORRIS, ADDISON

Poems

‘‘In the Beginning’’, S265, S266 [15JA]

‘‘Song They Left Us’’, S265 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Tribute, S266 [15JA]

NORTH AMERICA’S BUILDING TRADES UNIONS

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, E81 [30JA]

NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION (NATO)

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Appointments

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Foreign policy: affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland (see S. Con. Res. 26), S258 [15JA] (see H. Con. Res. 70), H920 [15JA]

——— limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Factsheets

Military Support by Denmark to U.S. Operations in Afghanistan, S73 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

Rubio, Sec. of State: speech at Munich Security Conference on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H671 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA], S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1421 [20MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

United Kingdom: assessment of foreign policy and defense spending, S955 [10MR]

Texts of

S. 4139, Baltic Security Assessment Act, S1207 [18MR]

S. Con. Res. 26, affirm partnership between U.S. and Denmark and Greenland, S261 [15JA]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

NORTH AUGUSTA, SC

Remarks in House

North Augusta High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

——— tribute to girls’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

NORTH CAROLINA

Bills and resolutions

Guilford County, NC: commemorate anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encourage all U.S. citizens to visit Guilford Courthouse National Military Park (see H. Res. 1111), H2483 [12MR]

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

Proclamations

National FBLA Week: Representative Murphy, E124 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Agriculture: provide economic relief to farmers, H1131 [21JA]

Appropriations: public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

Blythewood, SC: tribute to Westwood High School boys’ basketball team, E212 [12MR]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— tribute to economic development in eastern region, H2346 [3MR], H2538 [17MR]

Elizabeth City State University: anniversary, H2560 [18MR]

Gastonia, NC: tribute to Hunter Huss High School boys’ basketball team, H2488 [16MR]

Goldsboro, NC: tribute to Goldsboro High School girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Kinston, NC: tribute to Kinston High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Lewis, Jacob: Eagle Scout Award recipient, E95 [3FE]

Mount Olive Pickle Company, Inc.: anniversary, H2107 [10FE]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

Navab, Mehri: Girl Scouts National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award recipient, H728 [14JA]

Rocky Mount, NC: tribute to Northern Nash High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Scott, Frank: North Carolina Young Farmer of the Year award recipient, H2205 [12FE]

Tucson, AZ: tribute to Salpointe Catholic High School girls’ soccer team, H2685 [25MR]

Wilson, NC: tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy football team, H908 [15JA]

——— tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S747 [3MR]

Tillis, Senator: appreciation of opportunity to serve, S202 [14JA]

Reports filed

Nomination of James Bishop To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of William Boyle To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Tributes

White, George H., H1993 [4FE]

NORTH DAKOTA

Remarks in House

Curl-Salemme, Britta: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2549 [17MR]

NORTH KOREA see Korea, Democratic People’s Republic of

NORTH POLE see Arctic Regions

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX

Remarks in House

Blackmon, Bruce N.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58 [20JA]

Hazlewood, Robert: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33 [13JA]

Johnson, Mark A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56 [20JA]

St. John the Apostle Catholic School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

NORTH RIM RESTORATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 5729, provisions, H2521 [16MR]

NORTHERN IRELAND see United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS SMALL BUSINESS ACCESS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3496, provisions, H929 [20JA]

NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS, COMMONWEALTH OF

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

Treaties and agreements: anniversary of covenant establishing political union with U.S., H2638 [24MR]

Reports filed

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

NORTHWEST STRAITS MARINE CONSERVATION INITIATIVE ACT

Reports filed

Reauthorize: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

NORTON, ELEANOR HOLMES (a Delegate from the District of Columbia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

——— prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H1977 [3FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H2371 [3MR]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: apply certain protections and oversight to buy now, pay later loans (see H.R. 6891), H719 [13JA]

——— establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2033 [4FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1173 [21JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 872), H2477 [9MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: designate composting as conservation practice and activity and provide grants and loan guarantees for composting facilities and programs (see H.R. 3272), H2236 [20FE]

——— establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish Office of Agritourism (see H.R. 3470), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation (see H.R. 6780), H2236 [20FE]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— increase reimbursement rate of school meals (see H.R. 5753), H1173 [21JA]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— require Natural Resources Conservation Service to review national conservation practice standards, taking into consideration climate benefits (see H.R. 1854), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Commerce: amend eligibility of youth sports facilities for certain grants (see H.R. 2850), H2236 [20FE]

——— establish Capacity Building for Business Districts Pilot Program (see H.R. 3585), H2259 [23FE]

——— transfer regulatory control of certain munitions exports to Dept. of State and develop inter-agency strategy to disrupt trafficking of firearms to Mexico and certain Central American and Caribbean countries (see H.R. 6736), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H895 [14JA]

——— improve dependent coverage under TRICARE Young Adult Program (see H.R. 4768), H2551 [17MR]

——— limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide funds to National Diaper Bank Network for establishment of Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need (see H.R. 7657), H2336 [2MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: allow participation in certain Fulbright programs to qualify for repayment plan for public service employees (see H.R. 4973), H1923 [30JA]

——— authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H925 [16JA]

——— collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H719 [13JA]

——— eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

——— eliminate origination fees on Federal Direct loans (see H.R. 3165), H2188 [11FE]

——— ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H719 [13JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2098 [9FE]

——— prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H2422 [4MR]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H949 [20JA]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H2712 [25MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H2033 [4FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H253 [8JA]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2297 [24FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2236 [20FE]

——— limit use of Federal contractors to perform certain enforcement activities under immigration laws (see H.R. 7161), H1173 [21JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2330 [25FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H253 [8JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H657 [12JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs (see H.R. 1132), H1173 [21JA]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish competitive grant programs for youth summer and year-round employment (see H.R. 2506), H2225 [13FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

——— promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish Complete Streets program to promote safer and more accessible transportation routes (see H.R. 3712), H925 [16JA]

——— make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2371 [3MR]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7428), H2188 [11FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see H.R. 7429), H2188 [11FE]

——— set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish program to furnish to certain individuals items used for secure storage of firearms (see H.R. 1987), H2477 [9MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see H.R. 7029), H2097 [9FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Education: strengthen and expand adult education programs (see H.R. 2789), H2330 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

EPA: authorize national program to reduce threat to human health posed by exposure to indoor air contaminants (see H.R. 5123), H2097 [9FE]

FAA: issue regulations to phase out use of bleed air systems in certain aircraft (see H.R. 4994), H2097 [9FE]

——— limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1352 [22JA]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2225 [13FE]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: deem food containing certain color additives adulterated (see H.R. 5027), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2551 [17MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H1950 [2FE]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see H.R. 7575), H2236 [20FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2336 [2MR]

Hinduism: recognize holiday of Diwali (see H. Res. 824), H2485 [12MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H2259 [23FE]

——— promote family unity by reducing visa backlogs and implementing policies to facilitate immigrant family reunification (see H.R. 2366), H1922 [30JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H895 [14JA]

——— require health plans to provide coverage for prostate cancer screenings without imposition of cost-sharing requirements (see H.R. 1300), H2370 [3MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H2370 [3MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H13 [6JA]

——— require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H13 [6JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see H.R. 7659), H2371 [3MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2120 [10FE]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H2229 [17FE]

——— direct Medicare Payment Advisory Commission to create model to carry out study and report relative to payment for emergency medical services (see H.R. 3443), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

——— revise definition of term clinical social worker services (see H.R. 4185), H2677 [24MR]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see H.R. 4792), H921 [15JA]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H2033 [4FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see H.R. 6893), H2297 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2677 [24MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Presidents of the U.S.: constitutional amendment to prohibit granting of pardons to self, family members, current or former members of administration, or paid campaign employees (see H.J. Res. 13), H949 [20JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 6926), H13 [6JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Research: ensure that non-animal methods for regulatory testing are used in lieu of animal tests whenever scientifically satisfactory non-animal test methods are available and meet regulatory requirements (see H.R. 6660), H895 [14JA]

Roads and highways: reduce injuries and deaths resulting from crashes in school zones as eligible programming under State highway safety programs (see H.R. 6821), H719 [13JA]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H1949 [2FE]

——— improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: allow tax credit for retail sales of safe firearm storage devices (see H.R. 169), H2229 [17FE]

——— create tax credit for nurse preceptors (see H.R. 392), H2221 [12FE]

——— establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see H.R. 7767), H2712 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain volatile, high-volume stock, bond, and derivative transactions (see H.R. 4035), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H1923 [30JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, Tuskegee, AL: designate (see H.R. 6006), H2236 [20FE]

TVA: provide further transparency and accountability in Integrated Resource Plan process (see H.R. 6357), H895 [14JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Ukraine: provide for adjustment of status of nationals of Ukraine (see H.R. 3104), H2032 [4FE]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H616 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Water pollution: increase civil and criminal penalties for oil spills (see H.R. 3071), H656 [12JA]

Women: encourage donation of menstrual products to nonprofit organizations for distribution (see H.R. 6212), H2097 [9FE]

——— end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (see H.R. 7162), H948 [20JA]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (see H.R. 7020), H655 [12JA]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (see H.R. 7881), H2476 [9MR]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (see H.R. 7317), H1948 [2FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), H2676 [24MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), H949 [20JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

District of Columbia: provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), H656 [12JA]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (H.R. 7881), H2477 [9MR]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), H1949 [2FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), H2096 [9FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), H2235 [20FE]

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Remarks

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254• [24MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit commercial filmmaking and photography on U.S. Capitol Grounds (H.R. 7162), E55• [20JA]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217• [16MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2701 [25MR]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2004, H2005, H2006 [4FE]

——— provide for coverage of District of Columbia courts and Public Defender Service employees under District of Columbia Human Rights Act (H.R. 7020), E24• [12JA]

——— provide that grand and petit jurors serving in Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall receive fees and expenses at same rates as jurors appearing in U.S. district courts (H.R. 7881), E198• [9MR]

——— statehood (H.R. 51), H2702 [25MR]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4• [6JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155• [23FE]

Navy: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Golden Thirteen (H.R. 7317), E88• [2FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114• [9FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147• [20FE]

Tributes

Nelson, David, E151• [23FE]

NOVACK, JOSEPH

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

NOVELLY, JARED

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S1008 [11MR]

NOWRASTEH, ALEX

Articles and editorials

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

NPR.ORG (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

NSF PLANT BIOLOGY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

NSOUR, JUMANA

Essays

State of the Union, S760 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

NUCLEAR ENERGY related term(s) Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Nuclear Weapons; Power Resources; Radioactive Substances

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

——— reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Remarks in House

International relations: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION related term(s) Nuclear Energy

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Nomination of Douglas Weaver to NRC: Committee on Environment and Public Works (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

NUCLEAR WEAPONS related term(s) Nuclear Energy; Weapons

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Dept. of State: establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Arms control: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

——— prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

——— urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804–H810 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2375, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2689 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195 [18MR], S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1472 [21MR]

NUNN, ZACHARY (a Representative from Iowa)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2236 [20FE]

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party funding of litigation by foreign persons and prohibit third-party funding of litigation by foreign states and sovereign wealth funds (see H.R. 2675), H2628 [20MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H1352 [22JA]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2552 [17MR]

——— secure southern border, reform asylum system, provide earned path to citizenship, make e-verify mandatory, and establish American Worker Fund using immigrant restitution payments (see H.R. 4393), H2188 [11FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2225 [13FE]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H719 [13JA]

Medicare: protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions relative to Polisario Front (see H.R. 4119), H2297 [24FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

SBA: adjust sole-source contract thresholds for service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns (see H.R. 6648), H2120 [10FE]

Science: establish public-private partnership for near-term quantum application development and acceleration (see H.R. 3220), H253 [8JA]

Taxation: exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Defense Production Act Committee: require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

SEC: provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Defense Production Act Committee: require to maintain database of actions (H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

SEC: provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (H.R. 7187), H1172 [21JA]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (H.R. 7511), H2187 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (H.R. 7511), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2451 [5MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2073 [9FE]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182 [22JA]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, H2073 [9FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1182 [22JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1182 [22JA]

Tributes

Albert, James A., E27• [12JA]

Bohn, Andrew, E173• [3MR]

Davis, Isaiah, E62• [21JA]

Helms, Wesley, E68• [22JA]

Hutson, Whitney, E23• [12JA]

NURSE FACULTY SHORTAGE REDUCTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3707), S290 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 3707, provisions, S292 [27JA]

NURSES see Health Care Professionals

NURSING HOMES see Health Care Facilities

NUSSER, BILL, JR.

Remarks in Senate

Iowa City, IA: tribute to Hands Jewelers (business), S1611 [25MR]

NUSSER, CHARLIE

Remarks in Senate

Iowa City, IA: tribute to Hands Jewelers (business), S1611 [25MR]

OAKLAND, CA

Remarks in House

Grand Lake Theater: anniversary, E181 [3MR]

OAKLEY, RALPH M.

Remarks in Senate

National Association of Broadcasters: Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

OBAMA, BARACK (44th President of the United States)

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

OBAMA, MICHELLE

Bills and resolutions

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

OBERLIN, HAYDEN

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

OBERNOLTE, JAY (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H922 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

——— require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H2628 [20MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: codify Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 8013), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: allow recipients of certain grants to improve highway safety efforts through integration of predictive data analytics, telematics, and other advanced technologies (see H.R. 6874), H136 [7JA]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2477 [9MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve mental health services (see H.R. 6024), H2677 [24MR]

——— improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2421 [4MR]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— revise Veterans Benefits Administration manual to improve quality of adjudication of claims for benefits (see H.R. 3983), H2422 [4MR]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2477 [9MR]

Medicare: revise payments for air ambulance services (see H.R. 4792), H921 [15JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: expand advanced manufacturing production credit to include fusion energy components (see H.R. 5441), H1950 [2FE]

Year of Math: observance (see H. Res. 1091), H2336 [2MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

FCC: promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (H.R. 7334), H1976 [3FE]

FCC: promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (H.R. 7963), H2551 [17MR]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (H.R. 7801), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1930 [2FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2256 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2256 [23FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H232 [8JA]

Ward, Grant, H2084 [9FE]

O’BRIEN, DENISE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E197 [9MR]

O’BRIEN, JEFFREY

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S855 [5MR]

O’BRIEN, JEFFREY R.

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1006 [11MR]

OBSCENITY see Pornography

OCASIO-CORTEZ, ALEXANDRIA (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: prohibit slaughter of equines for human consumption (see H.R. 1661), H135 [7JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2371 [3MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2259 [23FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of algorithmic decision systems to inform individualized prices and wages (see H.R. 4640), H135 [7JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H656 [12JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (H.R. 7917), H2484 [12MR]

Remarks

Dept. of HHS: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH related term(s) Safety

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA] (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of HHS: make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Employment: strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Reports filed

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Texts of

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

OCEAN CONSERVANCY, INC.

Bills and resolutions

International Coastal Cleanup: anniversary (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

OCEANS

Amendments

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR] (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Ecology and environment: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

——— improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

——— reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Motions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

Navy: authorize to enter into contract for construction of submarine cable laying and repair ships (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

——— extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems Through Research Knowledge and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 659, American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, S1546 [23MR]

OCHOA, MARY J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H106 [7JA]

O’DELL, SCOTT

Remarks in House

Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education: New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Federal agencies and departments: require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

Office of Regulatory Relief: establish to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

Trump, President: provide authority and discretion over congressional budgetary resources to achieve balanced budget (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

OFFICE OF NATIONAL DRUG CONTROL POLICY

Remarks in Senate

Bailey, Sara: nomination to be Office of National Drug Control Policy Director, S24 [6JA]

Reports filed

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT related term(s) Federal Employees

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Federal employees: increase limit on voluntary separation incentive payments (see H.R. 7256), H1914 [27JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Federal employees: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

——— improve retirement processing, H1969 [3FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

OFFICE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

OFFICE OF SMALL FARMS ESTABLISHMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3860), S609 [12FE]

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Bills and resolutions

China: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

OFFICE OF THE U.S. TRADE REPRESENTATIVE

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Canada: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

OFORAH, CHUKWUEMEKA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2238 [23FE]

OGEMA, WI

Remarks in House

Thums, Matt: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

OGLES, ANDREW (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1923 [30JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

——— report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

District of Columbia: repeal authority to use automated traffic enforcement systems and to erect signage prohibiting right turns at red traffic signal (see H.R. 5525), H2484 [12MR]

——— repeal locally-passed law that protects individuals from repercussions of providing reproductive or gender-affirming care (see H.R. 6372), H719 [13JA]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2485 [12MR]

Immigration: close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2235 [20FE]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H2259 [23FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Taxation: exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2677 [24MR]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2097 [9FE]

Veterans: provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities (see H.R. 244), H2188 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

Immigration: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (see H.R. 7964), H2550 [17MR]

——— require financial institutions to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (see H.R. 7842), H2471 [5MR]

Special days and holidays: change date designated for Washington’s Birthday and designate Lincoln’s Birthday as legal public holiday (see H.R. 7663), H2296 [24FE]

Taxation: impose tax on income earned from competing in global athletic events on behalf of foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 7707), H2328 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions relative to

House of Representatives: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (H.R. 7512), H2187 [11FE]

Immigration: prohibit admission of aliens from certain countries where U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds of individuals seeking entry (H.R. 7964), H2551 [17MR]

——— require financial institutions to verify lawful immigration status of applicants for deposit accounts through self-attestation form and impose penalties on individuals for false attestations (H.R. 7842), H2473 [5MR]

Special days and holidays: change date designated for Washington’s Birthday and designate Lincoln’s Birthday as legal public holiday (H.R. 7663), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: impose tax on income earned from competing in global athletic events on behalf of foreign entities of concern (H.R. 7707), H2329 [25FE]

OHIO

Bills and resolutions

Angst, Curtis J.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

Simmons, Tyler H.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: anniversary of Remedy Church, H1336 [22JA]

——— tribute to Archbishop Hoban High School girls’ basketball team, H2608 [19MR]

——— tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

Bagnoli, Dominic: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Clermont, OH: tribute to Clermont Chamber of Commerce, H2044 [9FE]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

Edwards, Laila: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2207 [12FE]

Ewers, Dave: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Harper, Mark: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H1127 [21JA]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

Miller, J.T.: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E116 [9FE]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority: anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H1343 [22JA]

Vance, Vice President: evaluation of visit to Toledo, OH, H1343 [22JA]

Whitehouse, OH: tribute to Anthony Wayne High School cheerleading team, H2587 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

OHLMEYER, CHRISTOPHER

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S452 [3FE]

OHLSTEIN, DANIEL

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S119 [8JA]

OIL CITY, PA

Remarks in House

Oil City (PA) Derrick: tribute, H2683 [25MR]

OIL CITY (PA) DERRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2683 [25MR]

OKADA, MARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H619 [12JA], E24 [12JA]

OKALOOSA COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

OKLAHOMA

Bills and resolutions

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Certificates of appointment

Senate: Alan Armstrong, S1568 [24MR]

Oaths of office

Armstrong, Alan: Senate, S1568 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

Resignations

Senate: Senator Mullin, S1559 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 575, tribute to Oklahoma State University men’s cross country team, S51 [6JA]

Tributes

Armstrong, Senator, S1567 [24MR]

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

Bills and resolutions

Sports: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Remarks in Senate

Sports: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 575, tribute to Oklahoma State University men’s cross country team, S51 [6JA]

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

OLDER AMERICANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Senior citizens: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Senior citizens: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

OLDER WORKERS’ BUREAU ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

OLIVO, NELDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E83 [30JA]

OLLIS, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

OLSON, JUSTIN R.

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S458 [3FE], S504–S506 [5FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

OLSZEWSKI, JOHNNY, JR. (a Representative from Maryland)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1916 [27JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2033 [4FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: include, in Transition Assistance Program, presentation that promotes benefits available to veterans from Dept. of Veterans Affairs (see H.R. 1845), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2033 [4FE]

——— temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see H.R. 909), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— submit report on participation in U.S. educational and cultural exchange programs compared to similar Chinese programs (see H.R. 6428), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: establish requirements on collection of electricity consumption data and emissions standards for servers and other computing equipment used for cryptocurrency mining (see H.R. 6179), H253 [8JA]

Firearms: make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H2474 [5MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H894 [14JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (see H.R. 4317), H949 [20JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H949 [20JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2221 [12FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H13 [6JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Radio: oppose new fees, taxes, royalties, or charges on local, over the air, radio stations (see H. Con. Res. 12), H2371 [3MR]

SBA: establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2370 [3MR]

Taiwan: promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Taxation: disregard veteran disability compensation or pension payments in determining income for purposes of low income housing tax credit and qualified residential rental project bonds (see H.R. 5529), H2370 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (H.R. 7117), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (H.R. 7021), H656 [12JA]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H125 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2131 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H125 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2131 [11FE]

OLYMPIA, WA

Remarks in House

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

OLYMPIC GAMES related term(s) Sports

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Sports: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

Sports: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Taxation: remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Proclamations

Tribute to Yohan Blake: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E229 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Barefoot, Dan: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2044 [9FE]

Bilka, Hannah: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2453 [5MR]

Bolton, Brett: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2239 [23FE]

Cunningham, Liam: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Curl-Salemme, Britta: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2549 [17MR]

Edwards, Laila: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2207 [12FE]

Ferriera, Alex: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Gaskill, Stacy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

Glenn, Amber: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Irwin, Deedra: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Kam, Ellie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Liu, Alysa: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2455 [5MR]

McAvoy, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2454 [5MR]

McKee, Kevin: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2489 [16MR]

Mickel, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Miller, J.T.: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E116 [9FE]

Negomir, Kyle: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

Nelson, Brock: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2103 [10FE]

O’Shea, Danny: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Rose, Dan: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Schommer, Paul: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Sports: tribute to men’s and women’s hockey teams, H2239 [23FE]

Swirbul, Hailey: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Taylor, Elana Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2101 [10FE], H2414 [4MR]

Taylor, Elena Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E231 [18MR]

Thums, Matt: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Gibson, Anna: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Idaho: tribute to participants, S728 [2MR]

Johnson, Breezy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Kauf, Jaelin: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Montana: tribute to participants, S678 [25FE]

Sports: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team, S776 [4MR]

Stoppelmoor, Zach: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S475 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S858 [5MR]

Vermont: tribute to participants, S678 [25FE]

Wyoming: tribute to participants, S660, S661 [25FE]

Reports filed

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

S. Res. 623, tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams, S712 [26FE]

OMAHA, NE

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Remarks in House

McCartney, Rob: Nebraska Broadcasters Association Best Election Coverage award recipient, E76 [27JA]

OMAR, ILHAN (a Representative from Minnesota)

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2422 [4MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2422 [4MR]

Business and industry: make price gouging unlawful, expand FTC ability to seek permanent injunctions and equitable relief, and require companies disclose costs and pricing strategies in SEC filings (see H.R. 4528), H2259 [23FE]

——— require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H719 [13JA]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H1976 [3FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2236 [20FE]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2474 [5MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H894 [14JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2097 [9FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H2097 [9FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H2422 [4MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2474 [5MR]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2712 [25MR]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2473 [5MR]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2422 [4MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2477 [9MR]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see H.R. 2103), H2677 [24MR]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2473 [5MR]

Taxation: equalize charitable mileage rate with business travel rate relative to deductibility of costs of operating motor vehicle (see H.R. 1582), H2473 [5MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2474 [5MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2408 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2017 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1338 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1338 [22JA]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2645 [24MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2017 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2408 [4MR]

Tributes

Felien, Ed, H2453 [5MR]

OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL AND SAFE STREETS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Remarks in House

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (S. 237), S1484 [21MR]

OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL AND SAFE STREETS ACTHOU

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

OMNIBUS PARKS AND PUBLIC LANDS MANAGEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

ONDER, ROBERT F., JR. (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1923 [30JA]

Conservation of energy: modify standards for general service lamps (see H.R. 3341), H1949 [2FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

——— prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2422 [4MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H2097 [9FE]

Religion: condemn persecution of Christians in Nigeria (see H. Res. 866), H1950 [2FE]

Trump, President: commend for redesignating Nigeria as country of particular concern due to engagement in, and tolerance of, systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom (see H. Res. 860), H1950 [2FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

EPA: exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (see H.R. 7554), H2219 [12FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (H.R. 7722), H2333 [26FE]

EPA: exclude carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from definition of term ‘‘air pollutant’’ (H.R. 7554), H2220 [12FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1340 [22JA]

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2357 [3MR]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2564 [18MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2255 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1340 [22JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1340 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1340 [22JA]

Tributes

Dempsey, Earnest W., Sr., H2587 [18MR]

ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Appropriations: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit certain funds being used to recruit or hire new immigration enforcement agents or officers at Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (see S. 3933), S706 [26FE]

——— prohibit certain funds from being used to purchase warehouses, contract with owners of warehouses, or repurpose, operate, staff, or maintain any warehouse (see S. 3927), S706 [26FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H1980 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: reduce waste, fraud, and abuse, H1980 [4FE]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

Impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H150 [8JA], H672 [13JA], H727, H803, H804 [14JA], H1991, H2021 [4FE], H2046 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE], H2489 [16MR], H2540, H2543 [17MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H116 [7JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H2539 [17MR]

Taxation: tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Impact, S4 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S102 [8JA], S185, S188 [14JA], S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357, S366 [29JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

Senate: legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA], S186 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1598 [25MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE]

O’NEAL, ROSIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H727 [14JA]

ONLINE PRIVACY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

OPEN BOOKS, OPEN DOORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

OPPORTUNITIES IN ORGANIC ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL (organization)

Remarks in House

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

ORANGE COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Bera family: tribute, H2553 [18MR]

Municipal Water District of Orange County: anniversary, H1338 [22JA]

ORANGE COUNTY, NY

Remarks in House

Dept. of Homeland Security: oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

ORANGEBURG, SC

Remarks in House

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA], E53 [20JA]

OREGON

Bills and resolutions

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L.: Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Dexter, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H229 [8JA]

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

University of Oregon: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

OREGON AND CALIFORNIA RAILROAD AND COOS BAY WAGON ROAD GRANT LANDS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

ORGAN DONORS see Health

ORGANIC FOOD PRODUCTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

ORLANDO, FL

Lists

Central Florida African American inspirational leaders, E134 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

Florida Citrus Sports (organization): anniversary, E123 [10FE]

ORLOWSKI, DIANE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2560 [18MR]

ORO VALLEY, AZ

Remarks in House

Arizona Heroes Memorial: tribute to ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

OROSZ, CHRISTINE

Remarks in House

New Jersey Dept. of Education: Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

O’ROURKE, RONALD

Remarks in House

Tribute, E122 [10FE]

ORRICO, FRANK C.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E218 [16MR]

O’SHEA, DANNY

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2012 [4FE]

OSSOFF, JON (a Senator from Georgia)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S838 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S1545 [23MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: ensure that all dogs entering U.S. do not pose health risk (see S. 1725), S345 [28JA]

——— establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S917 [9MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: provide information on relocation assistance programs when member of Armed Forces receives orders for change of permanent station (see S. 3185), S258 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S1616 [25MR]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S883 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S1616 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veterans’ disability benefits from income for purposes of determining eligibility for supported housing program (see S. 1415), S682 [25FE]

——— reauthorize HOME Investment Partnerships Program (see S. 948), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see S. 3426), S883 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— award grants to nonprofit organizations to assist such organizations in carrying out programs to provide service dogs to eligible veterans (see S. 1441), S959 [10MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S491 [4FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: allow for use of telehealth in substance use disorder treatment (see S. 3048), S50 [6JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S1010 [11MR]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: ensure public sector employees are able to form and join unions and enter into written contract with employers and reaffirm policy to encourage collective bargaining (see S. 1352), S490 [4FE]

FEMA: incentivize States, Indian Tribes, and territories to close disaster recovery projects by authorizing use of excess funds for management costs for other disaster recovery projects (see S. 773), S490 [4FE]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see S. 726), S510 [5FE]

——— require background check for every firearm sale (see S. 3214), S221 [14JA]

Insurance: provide for coverage of medically necessary food and vitamins and individual amino acids for digestive and inherited metabolic disorders under Federal health programs and private health insurance (see S. 3304), S1092 [17MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S916 [9MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S345 [28JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Social Security: permit and facilitate reimbursement of psychological services provided by certain supervised psychology trainees to Medicare, Medicaid, and State Children’s Health Insurance Program beneficiaries (see S. 2356), S610 [12FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S1091 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S880 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1040 [12MR]

O’SULLIVAN, IAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H726 [14JA]

OSWALD, ELIZABETH

Remarks in House

Tribute, E266 [25MR]

OSWALD, TESS

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S232 [15JA]

OTERO COUNTY, CO

Letters

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

OTSEGO COUNTY, MI

Remarks in House

Sklarczyk, Ben and Alison: Nature Conservancy (organization) Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

OTT, JORDAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2344 [3MR]

OTTINGER, RICHARD L. (a former Representative from New York)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H2451 [5MR]

OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF

Letters

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Reports filed

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

OUTPATIENT SURGERY ACCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

OVERSIGHT FOR MEMBERS AND RELATIVES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

OWENS, BURGESS (a Representative from Utah)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2712 [25MR]

Azerbaijan: repeal restriction on assistance (see H.R. 6534), H2677 [24MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct review of deaths of certain veterans who committed suicide (see H.R. 6858), H2422 [4MR]

——— expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see H.R. 4837), H2474 [5MR]

——— include representative of National Association of State Veterans Homes on Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee (see H.R. 785), H2032 [4FE]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2421 [4MR]

Education: ensure that qualified technical schools offering certain career pathway and job training programs have same access to Federal grants as 2–year and 4–year institutions of higher education (see H.R. 8051), H2675 [24MR]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H1173 [21JA]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: improve requirements for making determination of interchangeability of biological product and its reference product (see H.R. 5526), H2033 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H656 [12JA]

Financial institutions: prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring use of or assigning merchant category codes distinguishing firearms retailer from general-merchandise or sporting-goods retailer (see H.R. 1181), H1173 [21JA]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see H.R. 631), H1352 [22JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

Medicare: improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2097 [9FE]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2712 [25MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1977 [3FE]

——— require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Tariff: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H2225 [13FE]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H925 [16JA]

——— provide refundable tax credit for non-directed living kidney donations (see H.R. 2687), H656 [12JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (H.R. 7918), H2484 [12MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2483 [12MR]

GAO: conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (H.R. 7677), H2329 [25FE]

Remarks

Republican Party: national agenda, H1159 [21JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H237 [8JA]

OWENS, DOLORES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H140 [8JA]

OXFORD, AL

Remarks in House

Oxford High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, E227 [17MR]

OZ, SEVAL

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Research and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

OZONE see Ecology and Environment

PABON, JULIO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2178 [11FE]

PACCIONE, ANGELA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E18 [8JA]

PACHIARDI, LORENA

Remarks in House

Puerto Rico: Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

PACIFIC DAILY NEWS

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2638 [24MR]

PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICANS

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

PACKAGING related term(s) Labeling

Amendments

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Remarks in Senate

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Texts of

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

PADILLA, ALEX (a Senator from California)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S614, S615 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S898 [5MR], S932, S933, S934, S941 [9MR], S960 [10MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1142 [17MR], S1620 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S138 [12JA], S174, S175 [13JA], S221 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S709 [26FE] (see S.J. Res. 116), S1444 [20MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S116 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S1011 [11MR]

Dept. of Energy: advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: increase flexibility for local governments in use of Community Development Block Grant Program funds to build affordable housing (see S. 3169), S1010 [11MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S1368 [19MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR]

——— study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S379 [29JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA]

——— reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see S. Res. 577), S115 [8JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S379 [29JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S1010 [11MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see S. 2761), S258 [15JA]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S733 [2MR]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S764 [3MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIST: establish Biopharmaceutical Center of Excellence (see S. 3188), S1010 [11MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S491 [4FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S534 [9FE]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S1581 [24MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1206 (see S. 4127), S1207 [18MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S221 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

——— take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (see S. 4053), S1009 [11MR]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Notices

Intention not to object to nomination of Thomas M. Carden, Jr., to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief: by, S140 [12JA]

Privilege of the floor

Monrroy, Barbara, S262 [15JA]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S27 [6JA], S112 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S112 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26 [6JA]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1032 [12MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S596 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S597 [12FE]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S1032 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S324 [28JA], S596 [12FE], S1032 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28 [6JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

——— take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (S. 4053), S1011 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S597 [12FE], S1078 [17MR], S1325 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S324 [28JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1032 [12MR]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596 [25MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S324 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S324 [28JA]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S698 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S698 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: call for appointment of FEC nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S324 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S324 [28JA]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S597 [12FE], S1078 [17MR], S1325 [19MR]

Tributes

Moyle, Peter B., S644• [24FE]

Oswald, Tess, S232 [15JA]

PAEZ, LUIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1927 [2FE]

PAKISTAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

PALESTINIANS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Middle East: condemn Israeli settlement expansion, violence, and human rights abuses in West Bank and call for accountability and U.S. policy responses to deter more violations and protect viability of two-state solution (see H. Res. 1092), H2336 [2MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (H.R. 7281), E85 [30JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

PALLONE, FRANK, JR. (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2236 [20FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2236 [20FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2098 [9FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H2236 [20FE]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H657 [12JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H1950 [2FE]

——— establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2552 [17MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H922 [15JA]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 1689), H2097 [9FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H253 [8JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H2098 [9FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

FDA: establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

Motor vehicles: ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features (see H.R. 7372), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FDA: establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

Motor vehicles: ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features (H.R. 7372), H2032 [4FE]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H124 [7JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H595, H599, H600, H601, H602, H603 [9JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2281, H2284 [24FE]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127, H131 [7JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2151, H2154 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1191, H1297 [22JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301, H2302, H2304 [25FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H124, H127, H131 [7JA], H1191 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2284 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA]

Tributes

Curtiss, Geoffrey B., E152• [23FE]

Mitchell, David E., E107• [4FE]

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL

Bills and resolutions

Palm Beach International Airport: designate as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

PALMER, GARY J. (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2188 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H1173 [21JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2485 [12MR]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

U.N.: provide for limitations on implementation and enforcement of global carbon tax relative to U.S. (see H.R. 5888), H2370 [3MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, in recognition of actions during D-Day invasion and contributions to success of Allied forces during World War II (see H.R. 4621), H135 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Federal agencies and departments: require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal agencies and departments: require publication of settlement agreements (H.R. 7934), H2530 [16MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2153 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2125 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2125, H2134 [11FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2125 [11FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2125 [11FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2125 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2125, H2134 [11FE]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H237 [8JA]

PALMER, JESSICA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E263 [25MR]

PALMERSHEIM, JAMES

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40 [14JA]

PANARESE, MELANIE

Remarks in House

New Jersey Dept. of Education: Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

PANDEY, ANUSHKA

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

PANETTA, JIMMY (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit slaughter of equines for human consumption (see H.R. 1661), H1922 [30JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H2120 [10FE]

Courts: allow victims to sue Federal immigration enforcement officers for constitutional violations (see H.R. 6493), H656 [12JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1923 [30JA]

Crowther, Welles R.: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5519), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2531 [16MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2188 [11FE]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Federal Food Administration: establish (see H.R. 6567), H949 [20JA]

First responders: support infrastructure investment in small law enforcement agencies and small fire departments (see H.R. 2979), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H1977 [3FE]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H2097 [9FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H136 [7JA]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2225 [13FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H1352 [22JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H13 [6JA]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2711 [25MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2119 [10FE]

NOAA: ensure uninterrupted storage of data sets (see H.R. 6184), H13 [6JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1950 [2FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1949 [2FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2188 [11FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (H.R. 7142), H925 [16JA]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (H.R. 7188), H1172 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (H.R. 7318), H1949 [2FE]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (H.R. 7143), H925 [16JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (H.R. 7373), H2032 [4FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1323 [22JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H224 [8JA]

India: anniversary of Saka Nakodar massacre, H2175 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H224 [8JA]

PAPPAS, CHRIS (a Representative from New Hampshire)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2623 [19MR]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2229 [17FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— modify delivery of technical assistance (see H.R. 575), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

——— carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent alcohol and substance misuse (see H.R. 7019), H655 [12JA]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy: establish Weatherization Readiness Program and improve Weatherization Assistance Program (see H.R. 1355), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1173 [21JA]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H1923 [30JA]

——— require drug manufacturers to include printed inserts containing drug information when they ship their products to pharmacies (see H.R. 5133), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H1923 [30JA]

——— establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to facilitate installation on bridges of suicide prevention nets and barriers (see H.R. 3505), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish program to provide grants to eligible recipients for eligible operating support costs of public transportation and associated capital improvements (see H.R. 3449), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

FAA: issue regulations to phase out use of bleed air systems in certain aircraft (see H.R. 4994), H2484 [12MR]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

FCC: modify penalties for violations of Telephone Consumer Protection Act (see H.R. 6449), H2677 [24MR]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H2485 [12MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of algorithmic decision systems to inform individualized prices and wages (see H.R. 4640), H2474 [5MR]

Government: require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Health care professionals: address behavioral health workforce shortages through support for peer support specialists (see H.R. 2741), H1923 [30JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2623 [19MR]

——— increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2120 [10FE]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H2552 [17MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1916 [27JA]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H135 [7JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2042 [5FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2097 [9FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H719 [13JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2236 [20FE]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2473 [5MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H1922 [30JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see H.R. 7126), H2259 [23FE]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (see H.R. 5446), H1173 [21JA]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H135 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

YMCA: anniversary (see H. Res. 1074), H2258 [23FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

——— reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Medicare: protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H717 [13JA]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (H.R. 7042), H718 [13JA]

——— reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (H.R. 7043), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (H.R. 7163), H949 [20JA]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (H.R. 8019), H2622 [19MR]

Medicare: protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (H.R. 7444), H2096 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (H.R. 7802), H2421 [4MR]

Taxation: establish energy burden credit (H.R. 7044), H718 [13JA]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2484 [12MR]

Remarks

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169• [26FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H150 [8JA]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Tributes

Boggis, JerriAnne, E169• [26FE]

Bynum, Lillie M., E230• [18MR]

Cass, William, E61• [21JA]

Goins, Renee, E184• [4MR]

PAREDES, SAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E223 [17MR]

PARENTAL RIGHTS OVER THE EDUCATION AND CARE OF THEIR (PROTECT) KIDS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

PARKER, ANTONIO

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S440 [2FE]

PARKER, GREG

Remarks in House

Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum: Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

PARKER, LORRIE A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E180 [3MR]

PARKER, SANDRA WATERS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2415 [4MR]

PARKER COUNTY, TX

Remarks in House

Aledo, TX: tribute to opening of Aledo Municipal Complex, E164 [25FE]

Parker County Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce: anniversary, E165 [25FE]

PARKLAND, FL

Bills and resolutions

Crime: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

PARKS, CLAYTON

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

PARKS, MILES

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

PARKS, ROSA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2011 [4FE]

PARKS, WILLIAM (SKATE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2239 [23FE]

PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS related term(s) National Parks and Recreation Areas

Bills and resolutions

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR] (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Arkansas: anniversary of Petit Jean State Park, H2045 [9FE]

Greenville, NY: tribute to Greenburgh Nature Center, H2426 [5MR]

Murrells Inlet, SC: opening of Brookgreen Gardens Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27 [12JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Reports filed

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 659, American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, S1546 [23MR]

PARKS TO PEOPLE ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

PARMER, LYNN

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association: Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

PARVATHAREDDY, AVANEESH

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

PASCHAL, ELOISE RICHARDSON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E135 [12FE]

PASCO COUNTY, FL

Remarks in House

Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center: National Community Development Association Audrey Nelson Community Development Award recipient, E8 [7JA]

Pasco County Misdemeanor Probation Unit: tribute, E176 [3MR]

PASSAGLIA, MICHAEL A.

Remarks in House

California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame: inductee, E166 [25FE]

PASSENGER RAIL CREW PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

PASSPORTS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: prohibit from charging fee for issuance or reissuance of passport card (see H.R. 7782), H2419 [4MR]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Libraries: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Terrorism: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

PATCHETT, BRIAN

Appointments

National Council on Disability, H1935 [2FE]

PATEL, KASHYAP

Articles and editorials

Kash Patel’s Latest Firings Ousted Agents With Expertise in Iran, H2386 [4MR]

PATEL, RAVINDRA

Obituaries

Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Tribute, E213 [12MR]

PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE

Bills and resolutions

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

Remarks in House

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

PATENTS related term(s) Copyrights

Bills and resolutions

Courts: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Remarks in House

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

PATIENT PROTECTION AND AFFORDABLE CARE ACT

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: address fraudulent enrollments in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act exchanges (see H.R. 7860), H2475 [9MR]

Immigration: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Insurance: establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

——— expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

Taxation: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Health: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Insurance: impact of health insurance company profits on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, H2637 [24MR]

Taxation: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H729 [14JA], H1133 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

Health: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Insurance: impact of implementation on health care, coverage, costs, and accessibility, S121 [12JA]

——— reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

Taxation: enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

PATRICK, GARRY J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

PATRICK, ZARIEA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H228 [8JA]

PATRICK LEAHY LAKE CHAMPLAIN BASIN PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS ACT see Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) Enhancements Act

PATRICK LEAHY LAKE CHAMPLAIN BASIN PROGRAM FOUNDATION

Bills and resolutions

Fiscal agent: provide for selection (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

PATRIOTISM

Bills and resolutions

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

Cost Estimates

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, H713 [13JA], H721 [14JA], H2265 [24FE], E218 [16MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

Jacksonville, FL: tribute to unveiling of Jacksonville National Cemetery monument honoring U.S. Army Special Forces (commonly known as ‘‘Green Berets’’), H2537 [17MR]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32 [13JA]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Marana, AZ: anniversary of Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, E209 [12MR]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185 [4MR]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2048–H2050 [9FE]

——— mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Declaration of Independence: semiquincentennial anniversary, S36 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S507 [5FE], S714 [26FE], S1631 [25MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5616, $2.50 for America’s 250th Act, H2048 [9FE]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

PATRONIS, JIMMY (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1923 [30JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2097 [9FE]

Corps of Engineers and EPA: establish payment and performance security requirements for water infrastructure projects (see H.R. 1285), H656 [12JA]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2370 [3MR]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2598 [18MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2370 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2097 [9FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H2473 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H616 [9JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish tax on income from litigation which is received by third-party entities that provided financing for such litigation (see H.R. 3512), H2531 [16MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H1922 [30JA]

Time: amend Calder Act to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (see H.R. 7378), H2552 [17MR]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (see H.R. 2102), H2477 [9MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Wildfires: make immune from liability any manufacturer of critical infrastructure for claims resulting from wildfire incidents (see H.R. 4194), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (see H.R. 7001), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H718 [13JA]

Navy: provide exception to operations relative to flight demonstration or training event of U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron commonly referred to as ‘‘Blue Angels’’ during Government shutdown (H.R. 7001), H616 [9JA]

Taxation: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (H.R. 7393), H2041 [5FE]

Proclamations

Pensacola, FL, Governmental Prayer Breakfast Anniversary: by, E81• [30JA]

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: by, E85• [30JA]

Remarks

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50• [16JA]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94• [3FE]

SBA: require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H934 [20JA]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94• [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94• [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94• [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94• [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94• [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94• [3FE]

PATTERSON, CAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H619 [12JA]

PATTERSON, GARY

Remarks in House

Davey O’Brien Foundation: Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

National Football Foundation: College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Texas Christian University Athetics: Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

PATTERSON, NANCY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E160 [24FE]

PAUL, RAND (a Senator from Kentucky)

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S222 [14JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S918 [9MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S386 [29JA], S411 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: require health care practitioners to exercise proper degree of care in cases of children who survive abortion or attempted abortion (see S. 6), S344 [28JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see S. 3686), S257 [15JA]

Firearms: prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S1048 [12MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S130 [12JA] (see S. 3752), S554 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Business and industry: permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S75 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S794 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S212 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S411 [30JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S75 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S794 [4MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S75 [7JA]

Reports filed

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

Nomination of Markwayne Mullin To Be Sec. of Homeland Security: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

PAUL GARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H928 [20JA]

PAUSING ON ADMISSIONS UNTIL SECURITY ENSURED (PAUSE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

PAVING THE WAY FOR AMERICAN INDUSTRY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

PAWTUCKET, RI

Remarks in House

Crime: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

PAY FEMA PERSONNEL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

PAY LESS AT THE PUMP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Texts of

S. 3863, provisions, S611 [12FE]

PAY OUR HOMELAND DEFENDERS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 8029): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

Enact (H.R. 8029): consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 8029): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, provisions, H2688 [25MR]

PAY PARAPROFESSIONALS AND SUPPORT STAFF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

PAY TSA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

PAYBACK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE]

PAYNE, COY

Bills and resolutions

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (see H.R. 7714), H2328 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (H.R. 7714), H2307 [25FE]

Tribute, H2307 [25FE]

PAYNE, THOMAS

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1604 [25MR]

PBS NEWS (news service)

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, H674 [13JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

PEACE

Bills and resolutions

Bhutan: acknowledge oppression, forced eviction, and suffering experienced by tens of thousands of Bhutanese citizens in late 1980s and early 1990s, and encourage steps toward justice, reconciliation, and lasting peace (see H. Res. 1093), H2336 [2MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

Remarks in House

Peace Corps: anniversary, E244 [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, E160 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 661, Greece independence anniversary, S1618 [25MR]

PEACE CORPS

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E244 [19MR], E255 [24MR]

Congressional Gold Medal: award to Peace Corps volunteers (H.R. 5521), E255 [24MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

PEACE CORPS VOLUNTEERS CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5521), E255 [24MR]

PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH AGAINST RUSSIA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 6856): consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

PEACOCK, BRIAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E103 [4FE]

PEARCE, STEVAN (a former Representative from New Mexico)

Reports filed

Nomination To Be BLM Director: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

PECK, SEAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E4 [6JA]

PEELER, JIM

Remarks in House

Camden County, NJ: Martin Luther King, Jr., Congressional Freedom Award recipient, E66 [22JA]

PELESKY, TINA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H617 [12JA]

PELHAM, NY

Remarks in House

Danny Fund, Inc.: tribute, H604 [9JA]

PELISSERO, THOMAS L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H929 [20JA], E61 [21JA]

PELOSI, NANCY (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2422 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H894 [14JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2235 [20FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2400 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H220 [8JA]

Loyola Marymount University: tribute to Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial anniversary celebration, H2102 [10FE]

Martinez Ocasio, Benito A. (Bad Bunny): tribute to Super Bowl halftime show performace, H2102 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H220 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2400 [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, E127• [11FE]

Tributes

Hoyer, Representative, H139 [8JA]

PELTON, KIMBERLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H909 [15JA]

PELTZ, ERNEST

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1931 [2FE]

PEMBROKE PINES, FL

Proclamations

Tribute to Ronald W. Surin II: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

PENCE GALLERY ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Davis, CA: anniversary of Pence Gallery, E265 [25MR]

PEND OREILLE COUNTY, WA

Remarks in House

Driver family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Lindsey family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

PENDERGRASS, JOHN P.

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

PENNINGTON, BENJAMIN N.

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

Tribute, H2584 [18MR], H2681 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1035 [12MR]

PENNSYLVANIA

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Richard T. Schulze, H227 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Proclamations

Jessup, PA, Anniversary: Representative Bresnahan, E93 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Barefoot, Dan: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2044 [9FE]

Casalena, Mary Jo: National Wild Turkey Federation Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H2636 [24MR]

Clark, Michael: National Association of Agricultural Educators Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Claysburg, PA: tribute to Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

Conner-Miller, Rebecca: Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

Gettysburg National Military Park: tribute to restoration efforts following acts of vandalism, H617 [12JA]

Gilchrist, Kate: Emerging Young Artist award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in honor of Timothy O’Connor, Jr., H2547 [17MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Krystofer Lopez, H2585 [18MR]

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

Jersey Shore, PA: anniversary, H2426 [5MR]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Lake, George: Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31 [13JA]

Lancaster County Beekeepers Society: anniversary, E18 [8JA]

Manheim, PA: anniversary of Root’s Country Market, H110 [7JA]

Mill Hall, PA: tribute to Central Mountain Middle School and Central Mountain High School twirlers, H727 [14JA]

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

National FFA Organization: tribute to Pennsylvania FFA officers, H110 [7JA]

Oil City (PA) Derrick: tribute, H2683 [25MR]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H2205 [12FE]

Pennsylvania Farm Show: tribute, H723 [14JA]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185 [4MR]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

Riccio, Phil: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

17th Congressional District: tribute to Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League high school champions, H801 [14JA]

Shannon, Slater: Civil Air Patrol General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipient, E180 [3MR]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

Smoketown, PA: anniversary of Rohrer Seeds (business), E153 [23FE]

Snider family: National Beef Quality Assurance Award recipient, H2344 [3MR]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H139 [8JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Williamsport, PA: tribute to Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Service recipient of National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award, H1968 [3FE]

York Springs, PA: anniversary of Lehman’s Feed & Home Center, H2636 [24MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Brian D. Miller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Tributes

Schulze, Richard T., H227 [8JA], E69 [22JA]

PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

PENNSYLVANIA SOCCER COACHES ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

PENNSYLVANIA STATE SOCIETY CHILDREN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

Remarks in House

Tribute, E185 [4MR]

PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Charities: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

Sports: tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

PENSACOLA, FL

Proclamations

Pensacola, FL, Governmental Prayer Breakfast Anniversary: Representative Patronis, E81 [30JA]

PENSION BENEFIT GUARANTY CORP.

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Business and industry: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (H.R. 1357), H902 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

PENSIONS related term(s) Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA); Income

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Investments: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

——— require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Congress: advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Investments: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

——— repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see S. 3615), S130 [12JA]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1171 [21JA]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Letters

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Investments: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H903, H904 [15JA]

Investments: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy (H.R. 1357), H902 [15JA]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

SSA: improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744–S747 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Reports filed

Balance the Scales Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Retire Through Ownership Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, H897–H899 [15JA]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

PENSKE, ROGER S.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S624 [23FE]

PEPPER, MARK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2666 [24MR]

PERALTA, MONIQUE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2309 [25FE]

PERATROVICH, ELIZABETH

Bills and resolutions

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 619, National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, S711 [26FE]

PERDUE AGRIBUSINESS, LLC

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

PEREZ, EDDA EMMANUELLI

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan, S675–S677 [25FE]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements, S530–S532 [9FE]

PEREZ, MARIE GLUESENKAMP (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: enter into cooperative agreements with State, local, or Tribal governments to increase purchase of local foods (see H.R. 4782), H2474 [5MR]

——— remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (see H.R. 1011), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see H.R. 8009), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: provide for adjustments to Community Development Block Grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates (see H.R. 6363), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make grants to State and local entities to carry out peer-to-peer mental health programs (see H.R. 438), H1922 [30JA]

Drugs: prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H135 [7JA]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1916 [27JA]

FTC: require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Hydroelectric power: support upgrades at existing hydroelectric dams to increase clean energy production, improve resiliency and reliability of electric grid, and enhance health of rivers and associated wildlife habitats (see H.R. 2160), H135 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H1977 [3FE]

——— exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (see H.R. 7772), H2369 [3MR]

House of Representatives: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (H.R. 7772), H2370 [3MR]

Remarks

Votes: correction, H2583• [18MR]

PERHAM, MN

Remarks in House

Lampton, Ellen: National Service Honor award recipient, H2103 [10FE]

PERINATAL WORKFORCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR]

PERIODICALS see Publications

PERMANENT TAX RELIEF FOR SENIORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

PERMITTING COUNCIL see Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council

PERRY, JAMES

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

PERRY, SCOTT (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2119 [10FE]

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2259 [23FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2236 [20FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2484 [12MR]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2473 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1976 [3FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H2473 [5MR]

——— close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2484 [12MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2097 [9FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Taxation: exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax (see H.R. 7582), H2224 [13FE]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (H.R. 8021), H2622 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (H.R. 8020), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (H.R. 7075), H894 [14JA]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (H.R. 7630), H2235 [20FE]

Taxation: exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax (H.R. 7582), H2225 [13FE]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (H.R. 7843), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2565 [18MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2652 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1297 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H798 [14JA]

Immigration: secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709, H710 [13JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H798 [14JA]

National Open-Source Intelligence Day: observance, H2307 [25FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H707, H708, H709, H710 [13JA]

Votes: position on missed, H2138• [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710 [13JA]

Tributes

Boyer, Robert, E208• [12MR]

PERSIAN GULF CONFLICT related term(s) War

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E159 [24FE]

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND WORK OPPORTUNITY RECONCILIATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

PERU, REPUBLIC OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S249–S251 [15JA]

PESEK, RICHARD

Remarks in House

Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association: Cattleman of the Year award recipient, H105 [7JA]

PESTICIDES related term(s) Agriculture

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Remarks in House

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

PETERS, GARY C. (a Senator from Michigan)

Appointments

U.S. Military Academy Board of Visitors, S654 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see S. 4172), S1580 [24MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S116 [8JA]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign trade: authorize extension of nondiscriminatory treatment (normal trade relations treatment) to products of certain countries (see S. 3103), S419 [30JA]

Health: codify rule requiring hospitals and insurers disclose discounted cash pricing and negotiated rates to consumers (see S. 2355), S258 [15JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S803 [4MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S732 [2MR]

——— make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see S. 1763), S682 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

Dept. of Commerce: establish task force in International Trade Administration to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

Olympic Games: tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S783 [4MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S980 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S323 [28JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S323 [28JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S323 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S323 [28JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1531 [23MR]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190, S191, S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S323 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S323 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S783 [4MR]

University of Michigan: anniversary of University of Michigan Hillel, S756• [3MR]

Votes: position on missed, S375 [29JA]

PETERS, SCOTT H. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2297 [24FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2188 [11FE]

——— require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H895 [14JA] (see H.R. 6469), H921 [15JA]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H949 [20JA]

——— waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see H.R. 7062), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish program to furnish to certain individuals items used for secure storage of firearms (see H.R. 1987), H135 [7JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

——— protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1923 [30JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

GAO: provide for joint hearing of congressional budget committees to receive presentation on audited financial statement of Executive branch (see H.R. 7026), H717 [13JA]

Immigration: enhance nurse and physician workforce by recapturing unused immigrant visas (see H.R. 5283), H2259 [23FE]

Insurance: require health plans to provide coverage for prostate cancer screenings without imposition of cost-sharing requirements (see H.R. 1300), H656 [12JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2485 [12MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2298 [24FE]

Medicaid: allow States to make medical assistance available to inmates during period preceding their release (see H.R. 2586), H1352 [22JA]

——— codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: equalize negotiation period between small-molecule and biologic candidates under drug price negotiation program (see H.R. 1492), H2221 [12FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2259 [23FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H949 [20JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2297 [24FE]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H1916 [27JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7844), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (H.R. 7472), H2119 [10FE]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (H.R. 7845), H2473 [5MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (H.R. 7118), H921 [15JA]

PETERSON, AARON C.

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S475 [4FE]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

PETHAN, JOSIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H801 [14JA]

PETITIONS AND MEMORIALS

Transmittals

Arizona: urge U.S. to withdraw from U.N., H2621 [19MR]

Connecticut: rescind prior applications to Congress to call convention of States to propose amendments to Constitution, S160 [13JA], H1172 [21JA]

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY: end U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection abuses, H2552 [17MR]

Iowa: expand veterans’ eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits, H2551 [17MR]

Lima City, OH, Council: urge passage of Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream (ROAD) to Housing Act, H2334 [26FE]

Massachusetts: rescind prior applications to Congress to call convention of States to propose amendments to Constitution, S161 [13JA]

Miami-Dade County, FL, Board of Commissioners: direct Federal agencies to immediately suspend all applicable Cuba-related authorizations and other approvals involving Cuba, except as statutorily required for food and medicine, H2531 [16MR]

——— support actions to order and effectuate arrest of wanted fugitive Nicolas Maduro, H2531 [16MR]

Michigan: restore and strengthen oversight and accountability mechanisms for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Dept. of Homeland Security, H2551 [17MR]

——— Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2551 [17MR]

Ohio: designate Buckeye Trail as national scenic trail, H2551 [17MR], H2621 [19MR]

——— select Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus, OH, as preferred main operating base for KC–46 Pegasus refueling aircraft, S161 [13JA], H12 [6JA], H1351 [22JA]

San Diego, CA, City Attorney: Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, H2531 [16MR]

South Carolina: call convention of States to propose amendments to Constitution, S730 [2MR], H1172 [21JA], H2551 [17MR], H2597 [18MR]

South Dakota: call convention of States to propose amendment to Constitution establishing congressional term limits, S160 [13JA]

Tennessee: require Dept. of Veterans Affairs to add coronavirus treatments and anthrax vaccinations as pre-qualifying for care under Honoring Our Promise To Address Comprehensive Toxics (Honoring Our PACT) Act, S731 [2MR]

Texas: enhance coordination among Federal, State, and local authorities in deployment of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) technologies for border security, H2031 [4FE]

——— prioritize diplomatic engagement with Panama to maintain security, efficiency, and accessibility of Panama Canal for U.S. commerce, H2031 [4FE]

——— take action to curb spread of New World screwworm into Texas, H2031 [4FE]

——— urge proposal of constitutional amendment to maintain current number of Supreme Court Justices, H12 [6JA]

PETOSKEY, MI

Remarks in House

Petoskey High School: tribute to steel drum band, E270 [25MR]

PETREA, TONY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2591 [18MR]

PETROLEUM related term(s) Power Resources

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Articles and editorials

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of the Interior: extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

——— exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Hazardous substances: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Taxation: extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Letters

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Beaumont, TX: anniversary of Spindletop oil field, H595 [9JA]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA]

Economy: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE], H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H129 [7JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2016 [4FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA], H247 [8JA], H607 [9JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2707 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Economy: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

——— national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

——— temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE], S974 [11MR], S1064 [17MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1019 [12MR], S1356 [19MR], S1421 [20MR]

Reports filed

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

PETRUS, BENNY

Remarks in Senate

Arkansas: tribute to Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame inductees, S643 [24FE]

PETTERSEN, BRITTANY (a Representative from Colorado)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2120 [10FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H2297 [24FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2235 [20FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1950 [2FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: conduct grant competition for development of single- and multi-family homes (see H.R. 7326), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— prohibit disclosure of records of individuals for purposes of immigration enforcement (see H.R. 5340), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish program to provide grants to eligible recipients for eligible operating support costs of public transportation and associated capital improvements (see H.R. 3449), H1352 [22JA]

——— issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2477 [9MR]

——— prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1923 [30JA]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2188 [11FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H656 [12JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Homeless: provide path to end homelessness (see H.R. 4872), H2598 [18MR]

Housing: facilitate development of fair and affordable housing and decrease housing costs (see H.R. 6771), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H2712 [25MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

ITC: study and report to Congress inflationary impact of tariffs imposed by certain Executive orders (see H.R. 4962), H616 [9JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H2033 [4FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide incentives for behavioral health integration (see H.R. 2509), H2473 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2551 [17MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SEC: establish Public Company Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H894 [14JA]

State Justice Institute: establish State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center (see H.R. 4602), H2484 [12MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2236 [20FE]

TSA: provide for funding for all activities for certain period in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 5732), H2370 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Crime: provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Water Project Navigators Program (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (H.R. 7631), H2235 [20FE]

Crime: provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (H.R. 7445), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (H.R. 7447), H2096 [9FE]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (H.R. 7446), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Water Project Navigators Program (H.R. 7408), H2042 [5FE]

Remarks

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E16• [8JA]

Broomfield, CO: anniversary of Cub Scout Pack 545, E19• [9JA]

Dawson, Julie: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Community Champion Award recipient, E183• [4MR]

Equalized Productions, LLC: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award recipient, E183• [4MR]

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189• [4MR]

Gaskill, Stacy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188• [4MR]

Hill, Chris and Deana: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award recipient, E187• [4MR]

Marriott, John: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Policy Leader of the Year Award recipient, E185• [4MR]

Negomir, Kyle: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188• [4MR]

Votes: position on missed, E33• [13JA], E55• [20JA], E122• [10FE]

Williams, Dan: Woodland Park, CO, Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E186• [4MR]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14• [8JA]

Tributes

Bird, Shannon, E13• [8JA]

Hengstler, Joe, E20• [9JA]

Jacovetta, Kevin, E21• [9JA]

Paccione, Angela, E18• [8JA]

Smith, Rebecca Sawyer, E140• [17FE]

PETTIS, THELMA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E165 [25FE]

PFLUGER, AUGUST (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2033 [4FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2097 [9FE]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2474 [5MR]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2485 [12MR]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see H.R. 4093), H719 [13JA]

——— publish physical activity recommendations (see H.R. 6121), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: conduct annual assessments on terrorism threats to U.S. relative to malicious use of unmanned aircraft systems by covered foreign adversaries, including terrorist organizations (see H.R. 6846), H657 [12JA]

——— eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2221 [12FE]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

——— verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2628 [20MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct study on long-term physiological and psychological effects of military aviation veterans who served as aviators in Armed Forces (see H.R. 4805), H2297 [24FE]

——— make certain improvements to lenders regarding sufficiency of veterans’ residual income (see H.R. 3720), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H2259 [23FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2259 [23FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2188 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2097 [9FE]

——— incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H616 [9JA]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2628 [20MR]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H949 [20JA]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H1173 [21JA]

——— close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2187 [11FE]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit entry of aliens who adhere to Sharia law (see H.R. 5722), H2259 [23FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: apply improved prompt payment requirements to Medicare Advantage organizations (see H.R. 5454), H2259 [23FE]

——— create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H2628 [20MR]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for rebate by manufacturers for selected drugs and biological products subject to maximum fair price negotiation (see H.R. 4299), H1949 [2FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see H.R. 138), H2711 [25MR]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— extend work opportunity credit and make employers of Social Security disability insurance beneficiaries eligible for such credit (see H.R. 6524), H2033 [4FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

Telecommunications: study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H1173 [21JA]

Veterans: provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities (see H.R. 244), H2259 [23FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7443), H2095 [9FE]

——— require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see H.R. 6988), H252 [8JA]

FCC: provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (H.R. 7773), H2370 [3MR]

——— realign mission of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (H.R. 7443), H2096 [9FE]

——— require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (H.R. 8022), H2622 [19MR]

——— require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (H.R. 6988), H253 [8JA]

FCC: provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (H.R. 7742), H2333 [26FE]

——— provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (H.R. 7022), H656 [12JA]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), H920 [15JA]

PFOTENHAUER, KURT P.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S868 [5MR]

PHAN VA•AE0N HUÁN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E248 [20MR]

PHARMACEUTICALS related term(s) Drugs

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: improve access to certain medications under TRICARE program (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Drugs: mitigate effects of coronavirus pandemic on incentives for development of orphan drugs (see H.R. 7693), H2327 [25FE]

——— modify requirements relating to prescription of controlled substances via Internet (see H.R. 6994), H615 [9JA]

——— prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit certain acts related to fentanyl, analogues of fentanyl, and counterfeit substances (see H.R. 8005), H2620 [19MR]

——— reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

——— enhance ability of outsourcing facilities to mitigate drug shortages by allowing short-term period to continue supplying market after drug is in shortage (see H.R. 7528), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— set forth limitations on exclusive approval or licensure of drugs designated for rare diseases or conditions (see S. 3716), S344 [28JA]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

GAO: conduct study and submit report on price-related compensation and payment structures in prescription drug supply chain (see S. 3751), S377 [29JA]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2258 [23FE]

Income: prohibit kickbacks to pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 7895), H2481 [12MR]

Insurance: ban anticompetitive terms in facility and insurance contracts that limit access to higher quality, lower cost care (see S. 4027), S915 [9MR]

——— prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Abortion: prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2548 [17MR]

FDA: publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Health care professionals: tribute to pharmacists, H1989 [4FE]

Insurance: improve services provided by pharmacy benefit managers, H2237 [23FE]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

Myers, Wayne: Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

Medicare: implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Texts of

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER (PBM) REFORM ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Girard College: recognize desegregation efforts and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

Philadelphia (PA) Gay News: anniversary, E171 [2MR]

PHILADELPHIA (PA) GAY NEWS

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E171 [2MR]

PHILIPPINES, REPUBLIC OF THE

Remarks in House

Foreign policy: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

New Mexico: tribute to Bataan Memorial March running event, S1429 [20MR]

World War II: anniversary of Bataan Death March, S1429 [20MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Lee Lipton To Be Ambassador to Philippines: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

PHILLIPS, MARCEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2375 [4MR]

PHILLIPS 66 CO.

Remarks in House

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

PHOENIX, AZ

Remarks in House

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center: anniversary, E139 [17FE]

PHYSICIANS see Health Care Professionals

PIERCE, ELLA HILLEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E233 [18MR]

PIERO, CONRAD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H229 [8JA]

PIERVIL, ANNE

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

PINCUS, KAI

Essays

State of the Union, S760 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

PINGREE, CHELLIE (a Representative from Maine)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2033 [4FE]

Animals: prohibit commercial greyhound racing, live lure training, and open field coursing (see H.R. 5017), H925 [16JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H1923 [30JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— improve Conservation Reserve Program by improving access to grazing, providing more enrollment options to producers, and addressing certain implementation issues (see H.R. 5365), H2033 [4FE]

——— increase reimbursement rate of school meals (see H.R. 5753), H656 [12JA]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2334 [26FE]

——— ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H921 [15JA]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Executive Office of the President: establish Interagency Committee on Soil Carbon Research within Office of Science and Technology Policy (see H.R. 641), H2032 [4FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2188 [11FE]

FERC: require standardized performance reporting for entities engaged in electricity transmission to improve transparency, accountability, and grid outcomes (see H.R. 6176), H895 [14JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2032 [4FE]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: improve access to diabetes outpatient self-management training services and require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test virtual diabetes outpatient self-management training services (see H.R. 3826), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination (see H.R. 3501), H135 [7JA]

National Farmers Market Week: designate (see H. Res. 638), H949 [20JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H2336 [2MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see H.R. 2103), H2677 [24MR]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H2677 [24MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Runaway and Homeless Youth Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 3856), H2677 [24MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H2033 [4FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2623 [19MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (see H.R. 7743), H2332 [26FE]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (see H.R. 7708), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for limitation on obligation of funds for certain immigration enforcement purposes until report on use of databases by immigration officers is submitted (H.R. 7743), H2333 [26FE]

——— return identification documents to individuals upon their release from custody (H.R. 7708), H2329 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (H.R. 7267), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H201 [8JA]

Keliher, Patrick: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Captain David H. Hart Award recipient, E144• [20FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68• [22JA]

PINKARD, JOSH

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

PIPELINE INTEGRITY, PROTECTION, AND ENHANCEMENT FOR LEVERAGING INVESTMENTS IN THE NATION’S ENERGY TO ASSURE (PIPELINE) SAFETY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

PIPELINES related term(s) Natural Gas; Petroleum

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

PITTMAN, ANTHONY R., SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E54 [20JA]

PITTMAN-ROBERTSON WILDLIFE RESTORATION ACT AND DINGELL-JOHNSON SPORT FISH RESTORATION ACT DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA EQUALITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

PITTSBURGH, PA

Bills and resolutions

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

PLACENTIA, CA

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E36 [13JA]

PLAINVILLE, KS

Remarks in Senate

Plainville (KS) Times: tribute, S22 [6JA]

PLAINVILLE (KS) TIMES

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S22 [6JA]

PLANKEY, SEAN

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Sean Plankey to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director: Senator Wyden, S443 [2FE]

Remarks in Senate

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: nomination to be Director, S438 [2FE]

PLANT PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish fund for spotted wing drosophila research and mitigation (see S. 3810), S533 [9FE]

PLANT-POWERED SCHOOL MEALS PILOT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

PLASKETT, STACEY E. (a Delegate from the Virgin Islands)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bureau of Justice Assistance: make grants to States, local governments, and gun dealers to conduct gun buyback programs (see H.R. 2948), H253 [8JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H895 [14JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: authorize to enter into trade agreements for reciprocal elimination of duties or other import restrictions relative to medical goods to contribute to national security and public health of U.S. (see H.R. 2213), H1922 [30JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2235 [20FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H639 [12JA]

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2367 [3MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642, H645 [12JA]

——— permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1992 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

Religious Tolerance Week: observance, H670 [13JA]

Virgin Islands: anniversary of Crucian-Rican Tramp and Big Breakfast, H148 [8JA]

Virgin Islands History Month: observance, H2343 [3MR]

PLASTER, JOHN L.

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

PLASTIC PELLET FREE WATERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR]

Texts of

S. 4181, provisions, S1583 [24MR]

PLUTA, HELEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1993 [4FE]

POCAHONTAS COUNTY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Laurens, IA: tribute to Heart N’ Home (business), S644 [24FE]

POCAN, MARK (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H2677 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

CDC: reauthorize and improve National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (see H.R. 2381), H1949 [2FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Constitution—U.S.: honor foundational principle of separation of church and state and oppose extreme right-wing Christian nationalism (see H. Res. 773), H2033 [4FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H949 [20JA]

——— establish grant program to assist with purchase, installation, and maintenance of point-of-entry and point-of-use drinking water quality improvement products (see H.R. 4721), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H135 [7JA]

——— eliminate consideration of income of organ recipients in providing reimbursement of expenses to donating individuals (see H.R. 628), H135 [7JA]

——— expand, and repeal certain changes to, drug price negotiation program, apply drug inflation rebates to commercial market, and establish out-of-pocket limits on drugs under private health insurance (see H.R. 6166), H2033 [4FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— reauthorize Administration on Aging Lifespan Respite Care Program (see H.R. 2560), H2188 [11FE]

——— reauthorize public health and bio-preparedness workforce loan repayment program (see H.R. 4445), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H719 [13JA]

——— limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H719 [13JA]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H2097 [9FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: protect consumers from price-gouging of residential rental and sale prices (see H.R. 3214), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2598 [18MR]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2097 [9FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2485 [12MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— modernize business of selling firearms and address gun trafficking through regulation of Federal firearms licensees (see H.R. 2618), H2711 [25MR]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H656 [12JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H657 [12JA]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Grant, Ulysses S.: anniversary of speech to Society of the Army of the Tennessee (see H. Res. 773), H2033 [4FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: extend immigration benefits to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other gender-based violence (see H.R. 2851), H2711 [25MR]

——— limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H925 [16JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2120 [10FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Kennedy, John F.: anniversary of address to Greater Houston Ministerial Association (see H. Res. 773), H2033 [4FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: clarify coverage of occupational therapy (see H.R. 4037), H2712 [25MR]

——— provide for certain reforms relative to supplemental health insurance policies (see H.R. 610), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H136 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H719 [13JA]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H13 [6JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1950 [2FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: provide for further comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms at National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H.R. 2678), H2336 [2MR]

——— take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSA: eliminate waiting period for disability benefits under Medicare and Social Security Disability Insurance program (see H.R. 930), H1949 [2FE]

Taxation: provide refundable tax credit to individuals who donate certain life-saving organs and who are not reimbursed by any other entity (see H.R. 3698), H135 [7JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2628 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (H.R. 7555), H2220 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (H.R. 7189), H1172 [21JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (H.R. 7803), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, E62• [21JA]

PODHAIZER, CHARLES J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E257 [24MR]

POETRY see Literature

POGUE, STEPHEN

Remarks in House

Mt. Vernon, NY: tribute to Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church, H2679 [25MR]

POINDEXTER, CHARLES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E115 [9FE]

POLAND, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Foreign policy: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA]

Remarks in House

Foreign policy: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (H. Res. 1082), H2454 [5MR]

POLICE see Law Enforcement Officers

POLISH AMERICANS

Remarks in House

Casimir Pulaski Day: observance, H2454 [5MR]

POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEES

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS

Bills and resolutions

Elections: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

Public utilities: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Charities: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Elections: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: call for appointment of FEC nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

POLITICAL ETHICS

Amendments

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, H2572 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Conflicts of interest: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

Crime: prohibit politically motivated prosecutions and investigations (see H.R. 7072), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

——— recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

——— prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

Gonzales, Representative: censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

——— remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit Government attorneys from being influenced by political association, activities, or beliefs of person in determining whether to commence or recommend prosecution (see S. 3874), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7575), H2224 [13FE]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

House of Representatives: direct Office of Congressional Conduct to establish standards of conduct related to mental capacity of Members (see H. Res. 1104), H2420 [4MR]

——— find William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with terms of Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) subpoena (see H. Res. 1015), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public utilities: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Motions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Charities: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House): depositions of William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton relative to Jeffrey Epstein investigation, H2428 [5MR]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648, H650 [12JA]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H1127 [21JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H1958 [3FE]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H594, H607 [9JA], H650 [12JA], H729 [14JA], H912 [15JA], H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR], H2455–H2459 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to allegations of corruption, H2668 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H607 [9JA], H1939 [2FE], H1991 [4FE], H2274 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H1944 [2FE], H2087, H2089 [9FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, H2156 [11FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

Congress: oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

——— operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207, S209 [14JA]

Rice, Susan: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA], S544 [10FE], S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE], S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S57 [6JA], S74–S87 [7JA], S105, S108 [8JA], S122 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to judiciary, S223–S225 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

——— pardon of Juan O. Hernández, S79 [7JA]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

——— ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Suspend Counting of House Calendar Days for Purposes of Certain Resolutions of Inquiry Addressed to Heads of Executive Departments: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1072, preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment, H2391 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments, H2688 [25MR]

S. 4123, End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, S1356 [19MR]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

POLITICAL PARTIES

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Hana Heidebrecht, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA], H2423 [5MR], H2615 [19MR]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Democracy: importance of participation in elections, S452 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Jews: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

Senate: impact of partisanship, S186 [14JA]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S714 [26FE]

POLITICAL SCIENCE

Bills and resolutions

Commission on American Civics Renewal: establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate): establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Dept. of Education: incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

Socialism: denounce, H619 [12JA]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 639, establish annual Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate) academic civics competition for secondary school students, S1015 [11MR]

POLITICO (publication)

Articles and editorials

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, H116 [7JA]

POLK COUNTY, TX

Remarks in House

Polk County Sheriff’s Office: tribute to law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

POLLUTION related term(s) Ecology and Environment

Bills and resolutions

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7684), H2327 [25FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Remarks in House

Clean Air Act: amend relating to review by EPA of proposed legislation (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

EPA: repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE], S639 [24FE]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6422, American Water Stewardship Act, H2662 [24MR]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

POOLE, JULIE A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E231 [18MR]

POOLER, GA

Remarks in House

Miss Sophie’s restaurant: reopening, H2414 [4MR]

POPULATION

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (see H.R. 8062), H2675 [24MR]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

States: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Bureau of the Census: prohibit use of questions on citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in decennial census (H.R. 8062), E254 [24MR]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

PORNOGRAPHY

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

PORT CANAVERAL, FL

Remarks in House

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

PORT CHESTER, NY

Remarks in House

Knights of Columbus (organization): tribute to Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

Port Chester Historical Society: tribute, H142 [8JA]

Scouting America (organization): tribute to Port Chester, NY, Scout Troop 400 and Scout Troop 420, H911 [15JA]

PORT CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H142 [8JA]

PORTAL-TO-PORTAL ACT

Remarks in House

Dept. of Labor: prevent wage theft and assist in recovery of stolen wages, administer grants to prevent wage and hour violations, require timely provision of pay stubs and paychecks, and strengthen retaliation protections, H688 [13JA]

PORTER, CHANTELLE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2264 [24FE]

PORTLAND, OR

Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L.: Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Portland (OR) Skanner: tribute, E128 [11FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1939 [2FE], H2014 [4FE]

PORTLAND (OR) SKANNER

Remarks in House

Tribute, E128 [11FE]

PORTSMOUTH, NH

Remarks in House

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169 [26FE]

POSTAGE AND STAMPS

Bills and resolutions

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Postal Service: anniversary, S158 [13JA]

POSTAL SERVICE

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

Collective bargaining: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building, Sterling, VA: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

Mail: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see S. 3657), S256 [15JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (see H.R. 7714), H2328 [25FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

Poul Hornsleth Post Office, St. Petersburg, FL: designate (see H.R. 7313), H1948 [2FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see S. 3835), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Scotland, CT: designate single, unique ZIP Code (see S. 3668), S257 [15JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (H.R. 7714), H2307 [25FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (H.R. 7517), H2204 [12FE]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

American Postal Workers Union: anniversary of Chicago Local 0001, S158 [13JA]

Anniversary, S158 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

POST-DISASTER REFORESTATION AND RESTORATION ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 528, provisions, H2524 [16MR]

POTTINGER, KEVIN

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

POU, NELLIE (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2032 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2032 [4FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of State: improve implementation of seizure of Russian sovereign assets for benefit of Ukraine (see H.R. 5835), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Transportation: set requirements for certain operator workstations for fixed route buses (see H.R. 6635), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide all veterans with Veterans Bill of Rights (see H.R. 6017), H136 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2033 [4FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Health: clarify that organ donation surgery qualifies as serious health condition under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 4582), H925 [16JA]

——— prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see H.R. 4583), H925 [16JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2598 [18MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: ensure stability in payments to home health agencies (see H.R. 5142), H136 [7JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H719 [13JA]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H2097 [9FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2422 [4MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2477 [9MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: extend work opportunity credit and make employers of Social Security disability insurance beneficiaries eligible for such credit (see H.R. 6524), H2033 [4FE]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2711 [25MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (H.R. 7268), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (H.R. 7448), H2096 [9FE]

——— limit Federal funding used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for purpose of obscuring or removing vehicle license plates (H.R. 7449), H2096 [9FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (H.R. 7986), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

Orosz, Christine: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Panarese, Melanie: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Tributes

Codey, Richard J., H1159 [21JA]

POUGH, ESSIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E68 [22JA]

POUNCY, HILLARD, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1980 [4FE], E101 [4FE]

POVERTY related term(s) Homeless; Hunger

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (see S. 3756), S442 [2FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: increase maximum stipend amounts provided under Upward Bound projects (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— prioritize award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities (see H.R. 7791), H2419 [4MR]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

FCC: promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

——— terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

Federal aid programs: prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

Health: establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

——— make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Housing: address payment of tenant-based assistance in cases where family moves outside jurisdiction of issuing public housing authority (see H.R. 7139), H924 [16JA]

Medicaid: ensure appropriate availability of personal care services (see H.R. 7713), H2328 [25FE]

——— increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

——— remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

——— Amelia Hill, S759 [3MR]

——— Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

——— Kai Pincus, S760 [3MR]

——— Matthew Mallory, S760 [3MR]

——— Quinten Drugach, S758 [3MR]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Agriculture: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Medicaid: funding, H1955 [3FE]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H2543 [17MR]

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240 [19MR]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Taxation: expand earned income and child tax credits (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Bureau of the Census: incorporate distributional analysis of household income used by CBO in measuring poverty (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

Dept. of HHS: designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Reports filed

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

POVERTY STATISTICS ENHANCEMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3756), S696 [26FE]

POWELL, JEROME H. (Federal Reserve Board Chair)

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

POWER FOR THE PEOPLE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

POWER RESOURCES related term(s) Conservation of Energy; Natural Gas; Petroleum; Renewable Energy

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

China: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

——— assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

——— carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

——— conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

——— develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

——— expand Weatherization Assistance Program for activities relative to active duty and reserve military households (see H.R. 7042), H717 [13JA]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

——— provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

——— reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

——— require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

——— extend period of time required to collect fee for each new application for permit to drill (see H.R. 7831), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

FERC: issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Government regulations: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

——— establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

——— require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

International relations: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

——— temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

——— establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

Renewable energy: include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (see H.R. 7080), H893 [14JA]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

Russia: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Science: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

States: include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

——— prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Taiwan: promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Taxation: establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H717 [13JA]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

——— restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Technology: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and services (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Liam Dickerson, S758 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: several organizations, H599 [9JA]

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act: Representative Jordan, Committee on the Judiciary (House), H2501 [16MR]

——— Representative Mast, Committee on Foreign Affairs (House), H2501 [16MR]

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Revolution Wind project impact assessment: Steven J. Sample, Dept. of Defense, H2489 [16MR]

Lists

Wyrulec Co. leadership, S1442 [20MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

National Emergency Relative to Energy: President Trump, S1599 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Beaumont, TX: anniversary of Spindletop oil field, H595 [9JA]

California: assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H595–H604 [9JA]

——— prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

——— require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H128, H130 [7JA]

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

Electric power: strengthen electric grid, H248 [8JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (H.R. 1422), H2500–H2503 [16MR]

Kentucky: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2353–H2356 [3MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE], H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), H1185 [22JA]

——— designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H129 [7JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2104 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA], H2016 [4FE], H2284 [24FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2707 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

Foreign trade: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

National objectives: energy policy, S362 [29JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA]

Petroleum: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

——— gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S590 [12FE], S973, S974 [11MR], S1054 [16MR], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1421 [20MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE]

Wyrulec Co.: anniversary, S1442 [20MR]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H2269 [24FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 755, Critical Mineral Consistency Act, H2353 [3MR]

H.R. 1422, Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, H2500 [16MR]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 4626, Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 5184, Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act, H595 [9JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Con. Res. 30, commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs, S1618 [25MR]

POWERING PRODUCTIVITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

POWESHIEK COUNTY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Dayton Meat Products, Inc.: tribute, S643 [24FE]

POWNER, DAVID

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions, S1442 [20MR]

PRAYERS

Proclamations

Pensacola, FL, Governmental Prayer Breakfast Anniversary: Representative Patronis, E81 [30JA]

Remarks in Senate

Nehemiah Alliance (organization): tribute, S507 [5FE]

PRAZENICA, BERNIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E33 [13JA]

PRECIOUS METALS

Bills and resolutions

CFTC: reduce systemic risk while increasing geographical diversity and competition relative to depositories for storage of precious metals (see H.R. 8007), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Taxation: adjust percentage depletion rate for certain rare earths (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Interior: provide for scientific and technical cooperation in mapping of critical minerals and rare earth elements (H.R. 2969), H2265 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Montana: tribute to Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines, S679 [25FE]

Reports filed

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

PREDICTION MARKETS ARE GAMBLING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

PREDICTION MARKETS SECURITY AND INTEGRITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

PREEMPTION OF REAL PROPERTY DISCRIMINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

PREGNANT STUDENTS’ RIGHTS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 6359): consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 6359): consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Cloture motions

Enact (S. 3627): motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Letters

Provisions: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

Lists

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, provisions, H1329 [22JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

Enact (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

Enact (H.R. 6359), H1325–H1330 [22JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3627), S307 [28JA]

——— motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S283, S285–S287 [27JA]

——— unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6359, provisions, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 6359, provisions, H1325 [22JA]

PrEP ACCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

PRESERVING INTEGRITY IN IMMIGRATION BENEFITS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 6978) (H. Rept. 119–465), H1913 [27JA]

PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES (Donald J. Trump)

Addresses

State of the Union, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Articles and editorials

Americans Are More Dissatisfied With Trump’s Handling of the Economy Than Ever, Poll Shows, H674 [13JA]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, H116 [7JA]

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, H2572 [18MR]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Budget: provide authority and discretion over congressional budgetary resources to achieve balanced budget (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (see H. Con. Res. 74), H2118 [10FE]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

——— recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Elections: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Foreign policy: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

House of Representatives: notify President that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 974), H12 [6JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

Immigration: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Racial relations: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Letters

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S., S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S., S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S., S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Burma, S488 [4FE], H2008 [4FE]

National Emergency Relative to Energy, S1599 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

National Emergency Relative to Iran, S761 [3MR], H2367 [3MR]

National Emergency Relative to Russia, S1612 [25MR], H2697 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities, S1611 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations, S159 [13JA], H691 [13JA]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit, H2697 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Administration: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— evaluation, H594, H607 [9JA], H650 [12JA], H671 [13JA], H729 [14JA], H912 [15JA], H1130, H1133 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR], H2455–H2459 [5MR], H2601–H2604 [19MR], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to allegations of corruption, H2668 [24MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA]

——— evaluation relative to Armed Forces, H617 [12JA], H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation relative to conflicts of interest, H1985 [4FE]

——— evaluation relative to economy, H620, H650 [12JA], H669, H674, H675 [13JA], H803 [14JA], H2104, H2110, H2113 [10FE], H2210 [12FE], H2268 [24FE], H2542 [17MR]

——— evaluation relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

——— evaluation relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA], H2016 [4FE], H2284 [24FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE], H2609 [19MR]

——— evaluation relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation relative to Federal employees, H2210 [12FE]

——— evaluation relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA], H247 [8JA], H607 [9JA], H1939 [2FE], H1991 [4FE], H2274 [24FE], E160 [24FE]

——— evaluation relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation relative to immigration, H230 [8JA], H649 [12JA], H942 [20JA], H1179–H1183, H1337, H1338, H1346 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE], H2016 [4FE], H2208 [12FE], H2263 [24FE], H2454 [5MR]

——— evaluation relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— evaluation relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

——— evaluation relative to racial relations, H1944 [2FE], H2087, H2089 [9FE], H2262 [24FE]

——— evaluation relative to tariffs, H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— evaluation relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Bayer AG: condemn political contributions to Executive and Legislative branches and oppose attempts to limit legal liability stemming from use of Roundup herbicide, H2266 [24FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), H2116 [10FE]

Crime: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

——— impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA], H2607 [19MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114, H128, H130 [7JA], H1133–H1135, H1137 [21JA], H1970–H1973 [3FE], H2109–H2114 [10FE], H2541, H2548 [17MR], H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: evaluation relative to association, H2557 [18MR]

Federal aid programs: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, H648, H650 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H1955, H1956 [3FE], H2444–H2448 [5MR], H2533 [17MR]

Hernández, Juan O.: pardon, H2156 [11FE]

House of Representatives: notify President that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 974), H4 [6JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

Impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

Impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Law enforcement: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H2543 [17MR]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

Railroads: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H1159–H1162 [21JA], H1958 [3FE], H2539 [17MR], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR], E169 [26FE]

State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H727 [14JA], H1131 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2381–H2384, H2386 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Administration: disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

——— evaluation, S107 [8JA], S202 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S544 [10FE], S635–S641 [24FE], S771 [4MR], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— evaluation relative to conflicts of interest, S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

——— evaluation relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

——— evaluation relative to democracy and rule of law, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

——— evaluation relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— evaluation relative to economy, S187, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE], S1175, S1309 [18MR]

——— evaluation relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

——— evaluation relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— evaluation relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S590 [12FE], S973, S974 [11MR], S1054 [16MR], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation relative to foreign policy, S20, S57 [6JA], S68, S74–S87 [7JA], S105, S108 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S1021, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S189, S198 [14JA], S304–S306, S315–S334 [28JA], S449, S453–S455 [3FE], S498–S500 [5FE], S1533 [23MR]

——— evaluation relative to Iran, S692, S694 [26FE], S720–S728 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313, S1321, S1356 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

——— evaluation relative to judiciary, S223–S225 [14JA]

——— evaluation relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

——— evaluation relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Babbitt, Ashli: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

Budget: allocation of funds, S126 [12JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S52–S56 [6JA]

Committee to escort President Trump into House chamber: authority to appoint, S625 [23FE]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), S616 [12FE]

Crime: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561–S564 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228, S234 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771, S778 [4MR], S972 [11MR], S1147 [17MR]

——— science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Elections: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

FEC: call for appointment of nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA], S601, S602 [12FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S359 [29JA], S407–S409 [30JA], S636 [24FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S780, S784 [4MR], S1020–S1022 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Hamas (terrorist organization): release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

Hernández, Juan O.: pardon, S79 [7JA]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Law enforcement: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Rice, Susan: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693, S714 [26FE]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S736–S740 [2MR], S770–S773 [4MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 74, joint session of Congress for Presidential address, H2116 [10FE]

H. Res. 974, notify President that quorum has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 1042, suspend counting of calendar days in House for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs, H2107 [10FE]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE OF THE UNITED STATES SENATE

Designated acting Presidents pro tempore

Banks, Senator, S121 [8JA]

Barrasso, Senator, S273 [20JA], S401 [30JA]

Blackburn, Senator, S621 [19FE]

Britt, Senator, S277, S279 [26JA], S627 [24FE]

Budd, Senator, S623 [23FE], S1053 [16MR]

Capito, Senator, S271 [16JA]

Husted, Senator, S1495 [22MR]

Justice, Senator, S1419 [20MR]

Moran, Senator, S1 [3JA]

Moreno, Senator, S741 [3MR], S943 [10MR], S1461 [21MR]

Mullin, Senator, S227 [15JA]

Ricketts, Senator, S1589 [25MR]

Sheehy, Senator, S301 [28JA], S619 [17FE]

PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTMENTS

Bills and resolutions

Courts: constitutional amendment to limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (see H.J. Res. 145), H1921 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain senior Federal officers or acting officers from carrying out duties of other Federal positions (see H.R. 7483), H2185 [11FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

Civilian

African Development Bank: nominations, S179 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Asian Development Bank: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

CIA: nominations confirmed, S61 [6JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

CPSC: nominations, S180 [13JA], S583 [11FE]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

——— nominations withdrawn, S1052 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of Commerce: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of Defense: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations confirmed, S18 [5JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of Energy: nominations, S583 [11FE], S740 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: nominations, S180 [13JA], S942 [9MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S1560 [23MR]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of HUD: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of Justice: nominations, S18 [5JA], S179–S181 [13JA], S397 [29JA], S583 [11FE], S740 [2MR], S942 [9MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S557 [10FE], S1588 [24MR]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of Labor: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

Dept. of State: nominations, S179–S181 [13JA], S397 [29JA], S583 [11FE], S740 [2MR], S942 [9MR]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

——— nominations withdrawn, S1052 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: nominations, S180 [13JA], S583 [11FE]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Dept. of Transportation: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations confirmed, S717 [26FE]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

EEOC: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Executive Office of the President: nominations confirmed, S61 [6JA]

Eximbank: nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

FEC: nominations, S583 [11FE]

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corp.: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: nominations, S179 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Federal Maritime Commission: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

FERC: nominations, S397 [29JA]

Foreign Service: nominations, S1644 [25MR]

FRS: nominations, S852 [4MR]

FTC: nominations, S180 [13JA]

Inter-American Foundation: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

ITC: nominations, S397 [29JA]

Judiciary: nominations, S18 [5JA], S180 [13JA], S397 [29JA], S740 [2MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S122 [8JA], S473 [3FE], S495 [4FE], S518 [5FE], S1158 [17MR]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

NASA: nominations, S179 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

National Archives and Records Administration: nominations, S740 [2MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: nominations, S495 [4FE]

NRC: nominations, S397 [29JA]

NSF: nominations, S740 [2MR]

NTSB: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations confirmed, S689 [25FE]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Postal Service: nominations, S180 [13JA], S740 [2MR]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Public Health Service: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Surface Transportation Board: nominations, S180 [13JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

TVA: nominations, S180 [13JA], S397 [29JA]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

U.S. African Development Foundation: nominations, S180 [13JA], S397 [29JA]

——— nominations returned, S1 [3JA]

U.S. Agency for Global Media: nominations, S1052 [12MR]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Lists

Nominations placed on the Secretary’s desk, S472 [3FE]

Military

Air Force: nominations, S122 [8JA], S181 [13JA], S268, S269 [15JA], S397 [29JA], S583 [11FE], S942 [9MR], S1418 [19MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S427, S428 [30JA], S852 [4MR]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Army: nominations, S122 [8JA], S181 [13JA], S268, S269 [15JA], S397 [29JA], S495 [4FE], S584 [11FE], S768 [3MR], S852 [4MR], S942 [9MR], S1052 [12MR], S1418 [19MR], S1644 [25MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S61 [6JA], S140 [12JA], S428 [30JA], S852, S853 [4MR], S967 [10MR]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Coast Guard: nominations, S182 [13JA], S398 [29JA], S585 [11FE], S626 [23FE], S1418 [19MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S518 [5FE], S616 [12FE]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Marine Corps: nominations, S122 [8JA], S182 [13JA], S268 [15JA], S495 [4FE], S626 [23FE], S768 [3MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S427, S428 [30JA], S852, S853 [4MR]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Navy: nominations, S182 [13JA], S269 [15JA], S584 [11FE], S942 [9MR], S1418 [19MR]

——— nominations confirmed, S428 [30JA], S853 [4MR]

——— nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Space Force: nominations returned, S2 [3JA]

Motions

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE]

Notices

Intention not to object to nomination of Thomas M. Carden, Jr., to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief: Senator Padilla, S140 [12JA]

Intention to object to nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Senator Wyden, S688 [25FE]

Intention to object to nomination of Sean Plankey to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director: Senator Wyden, S443 [2FE]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas M. Siverts to be Marine Corps Brigadier General: Senator Wyden, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy Commander: Senator Wyden, S1578 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy commander: Senator Wyden, S1584 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Vincent J. Noble to be Marine Corps Colonel: Senator Wyden, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Bailey, Sara: nomination to be Office of National Drug Control Policy Director, S24 [6JA]

Bass, Keith: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Health Affairs, S17 [5JA]

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S434 [2FE], S481 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S506 [5FE], S542 [10FE]

Carden, Thomas M., Jr.: nomination to be National Guard Bureau Vice Chief, S140 [12JA]

Carl, Jeremy: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of State for International Organizations, S523 [9FE], S971 [11MR]

Committee on Armed Services (Senate): nomination lists, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate): nomination lists, S470 [3FE], S1046 [12MR]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S657, S665 [25FE]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S447 [3FE]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S602 [12FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450, S451 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S483, S486 [4FE], S497, S503 [5FE]

Lilly, Kevin: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of the Interior for Fish, Wildlife and Parks, S616 [12FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE], S691, S701 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1526 [23MR], S1565–S1567 [24MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1163 [18MR], S1331, S1332 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1505 [22MR], S1525–S1527, S1529–S1531, S1541 [23MR]

Nominations: considered and confirmed en bloc, S52 [6JA], S424 [30JA], S507 [5FE], S606 [12FE], S796 [4MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S458 [3FE], S504–S506 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S475 [4FE]

Plankey, Sean: nomination to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director, S438 [2FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S675 [25FE], S877 [5MR], S912–S914 [9MR], S949–S951 [10MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent request, S913, S914 [9MR]

Senate: legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA], S186 [14JA]

Simmons, Joshua: nomination to be CIA General Counsel, S19 [6JA]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1053 [16MR], S1059, S1065 [17MR]

Trump, President: call for appointment of FEC nominees to fill vacancies in agency leadership, S232 [15JA]

Warsh, Kevin: nomination to be FRS Board of Governors Chairman, S402 [30JA]

Reports filed

Air Force Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Army Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Coast Guard Nominations: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE], S608 [12FE], S1046 [12MR]

Marine Corps Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Navy Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Nomination of Aaron C. Peterson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Andrew B. Davis To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Andrew Benson To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Anna St. John To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Arvind Raman To Be Under Sec. of Commerce for Standards and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Asel Roberts To Be Ambassador to Slovenia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Brian Barber To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Brian Birdwell To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Sustainment: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

Nomination of Brian C. Lea To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Brian D. Miller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Christopher R. Wolfe To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Colin McDonald To Be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Daniel E. Burrows To Be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Daniel J. Edwards To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Aviation and International Affairs: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Daniel Satterlee To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Darin Smith To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David C. Fowlkes To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of David LaCerte to FERC: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Nomination of David St. Pierre To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Douglas Weaver to NRC: Committee on Environment and Public Works (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Eric Meyer To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Frank Garcia To Be Assistant Sec. of State for African Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of Frank Weiland To Be Assistant Sec. of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Gregory Gilmore To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S705 [26FE]

Nomination of Gregory LoGerfo To Be Dept. of State Coordinator for Counterterrorism: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of James Bishop To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara To Be Ambassador to Vietnam: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of John DeLeeuw to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of John T. Shepherd To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Committee on Intelligence (Senate, Select), S552 [10FE]

Nomination of Justin R. Olson To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Kevin Holmes To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Kyle Haustveit To Be Under Sec. of Energy for Fossil Energy: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Lee Lipton To Be Ambassador to Philippines: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Mark Ditlevson To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas Security Affairs: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

Nomination of Markwayne Mullin To Be Sec. of Homeland Security: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Matthew Anderson To Be NASA Deputy Administrator: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Megan Blair Benton To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Melissa Holyoak To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Michael Graham to NTSB: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Nicholas J. Ganjei To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Phillip Williams, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Priscilla Lopez To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1367 [19MR]

Nomination of Richard Kloster to Surface Transportation Board: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Richard Price To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Robert Cekada To Be ATF Director: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Robert Harvey to Federal Maritime Commission: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Robert Rotter To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Ryan McCormack To Be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Ryan Raybould To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of Seval Oz To Be Assistant Sec. of Transportation for Research and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Nomination of Stevan Pearce To Be BLM Director: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate), S801 [4MR]

Nomination of Steven Haines To Be Assistant Sec. of Commerce for Industry and Analysis: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Steven Lewis To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1366 [19MR]

Nomination of Thomas G. Allan, Jr., To Be Coast Guard Vice Commandant: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S470 [3FE]

Nomination of Thomas Govan, Jr., To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Nomination of Troy Edgar To Be Ambassador to El Salvador: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Wesley Brooks To Be Assistant Sec. of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of William Boyle To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of William Long To Be Ambassador to Ireland: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Zachary Keller To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

PRESIDENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

PRESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by Senator Kaine, S627–S632 [24FE]

——— read by several Representatives, H2309–H2314 [25FE]

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Appointments

Reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S574 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S377 [29JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1350 [22JA]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

Presidential appointments: restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Special days and holidays: change date designated for Washington’s Birthday and designate Lincoln’s Birthday as legal public holiday (see H.R. 7663), H2296 [24FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

House of Representatives: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, H2309–H2314 [25FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (H.R. 7039), H698 [13JA]

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA], H2214 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2324 [25FE], H2459 [5MR]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: ban use of pocket rescissions to cancel funding authorized by Congress, S415 [30JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Senate: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S627 [24FE]

——— reading of George Washington’s farewell address, unanimous-consent agreement, S574 [11FE]

Tariff: provide for notification to, and review by, Congress relative to imposition of duties (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Reports filed

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Reorganizing Government Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

Tributes

Lincoln, Abraham, S587 [12FE]

PRESS FREEDOM AND WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

PRESSLEY, AYANNA (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2298 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2120 [10FE]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2221 [12FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2188 [11FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H2236 [20FE]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

——— require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H2188 [11FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2235 [20FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H1923 [30JA]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Financial institutions: require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (H.R. 7804), H2421 [4MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (H.R. 7583), H2225 [13FE]

Financial institutions: require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (H.R. 7513), H2187 [11FE]

SBA: establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (H.R. 8063), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145 [8JA]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H649 [12JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H145 [8JA]

Randolph, MA: tribute to Randolph High School football team, H145 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H2263 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2455 [5MR]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: by, E99• [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101•, E103•–E107•, E108• [4FE]

Tributes

Wong, Alice, H145 [8JA]

PRESSURE REGULATORY ORGANIZATIONS TO END CHINESE THREATS TO (PROTECT) TAIWAN ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1531, provisions, H2078 [9FE]

PRESTON, KIA

Remarks in House

Ohio: 9th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

PRETTI, ALEX

Articles and editorials

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Remarks in House

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Statements

Tribute to Alex Pretti: Jessica Hauser, S309 [28JA]

PREVENT RELEASE OF TOXICS EMISSIONS, CONTAMINATION, AND TRANSFER (PROTECT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

PREVENTING CHILD TRAFFICKING ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

PREVENTING FUTURE VINTAGE PLASTIC PIPELINE TRAGEDIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

PREVENTING ILLEGAL LABORATORIES AND PROTECTING PUBLIC HEALTH ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

PREVENTING PROSECUTORS FROM PROTECTING PREDATORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

PREVENTING RATE INFLATION IN CONSUMER ENERGY (PRICE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

PREVENTING REAL-TIME EXPLOITATION AND DECEPTIVE INSIDER CONGRESSIONAL TRADING (PREDICT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

PREVENTING RESEARCH OWNERSHIP TRANSFER TO EXTERNAL COMPETITIVE THREATS (PROTECT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

PREVENTING ROGUE EQUIPMENT FOR SYNTHETIC SUBSTANCES (PRESS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

PRICE, IRVIN J. (BUCK)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1176 [22JA]

PRICE, LINDA E.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S574 [11FE]

PRICE, RICHARD

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

PRICE, WILEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2013 [4FE]

PRIDE INDUSTRIES (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2321 [25FE]

PRIESTER, CHARCEY, SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E193 [5MR]

PRIMM, OSCAR, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1940 [2FE], E89 [2FE]

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA

Remarks in House

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56 [20JA]

PRINTING

Remarks in House

DeLand, FL: tribute to MBI Direct Mail + Digital (business), H2639 [24MR]

PRISON LIBRARIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

PRISONS see Correctional Institutions

PRIVATE DETENTION ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3932), S706 [26FE]

PRIZES see Awards, Medals, Prizes

PROCTOR, MICHAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2591 [18MR]

PRODUCE EPSTEIN TREASURY RECORDS ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2746), S748–S750 [3MR]

——— unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

PRODUCE PRESCRIPTION FOR VETERANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA]

PRODUCE PRESCRIPTIONS FOR VETERANS ACT

Texts of

S. 3706, provisions, S292 [27JA]

PRODUCT SAFETY

Bills and resolutions

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (see H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

FDA: amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Motor vehicles: inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

Reports filed

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

PROFESSIONAL BOXING SAFETY ACT

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

Reports filed

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

PROHIBITING TIANEPTINE AND OTHER DANGEROUS PRODUCTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

Texts of

S. 3797, provisions, S512 [5FE]

PROMOTING DENTAL HEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4008), S881 [5MR]

Texts of

S. 4008, provisions, S887 [5MR]

PROMOTING INNOVATION AND OFFERING THE NEEDED ESCAPE FROM EXHAUSTIVE REGULATIONS (PIONEER) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

PROMOTING INNOVATION IN BLOCKCHAIN DEVELOPMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7732), H2332 [26FE]

PROMOTING REGULATORY INDEPENDENCE, MASTERY, AND EXPANSION FOR MEAT PROCESSING IN INDIAN COUNTRY (PRIME MEAT PROCESSING IN INDIAN COUNTRY) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

PROMOTING RESPONSIBLE ONLINE TECHNOLOGY AND ENSURING CONSUMER TRUST (PROTECT) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7045), E94 [3FE]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94 [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT AND MANUFACTURED HOUSING LOAN MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

PROPRIETARY EDUCATION INTERAGENCY OVERSIGHT COORDINATION COMMITTEE

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

PROPRIETARY EDUCATION OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

S. 4056, provisions, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

PROTECT AMERICA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

PROTECT AMERICAN AI ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

PROTECT AND RESPECT ICE (PRICE) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2269), S403 [30JA]

PROTECT INFANT FORMULA FROM CONTAMINATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

PROTECT LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

PROTECTING ACCESS FOR HUNTERS AND ANGLERS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 556): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 556): consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Letters

Provisions: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

Enact (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, provisions, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, provisions, H2576 [18MR]

PROTECTING ACCESS TO AMERICAN PRODUCTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR]

PROTECTING AMERICAN ENERGY SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

PROTECTING AMERICAN STREAMING AND INNOVATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

PROTECTING GLOBAL FISHERIES ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

PROTECTING HOSPITALS FROM DISASTER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

PROTECTING LICENSE-PLATE ACCESS FOR TRANSPARENCY AND ENFORCEMENT (PLATE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7449), H2095 [9FE]

PROTECTING LIFE AND INTEGRITY IN RESEARCH ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

PROTECTING LOCAL ZOOS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7785), H2419 [4MR]

PROTECTING PRIVACY IN PURCHASES ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1181) (H. Rept. 119–522), H2325 [25FE]

PROTECTING PRIVATE JOB CREATORS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

PROTECTING PRUDENT INVESTMENT OF RETIREMENT SAVINGS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 2988), H903, H905 [15JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 2988): consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Letters

Provisions: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 2988), H905 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2988), H897–H907 [15JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2988, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2988, provisions, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2988, provisions, H897–H899 [15JA]

PROTECTING PUPPIES FROM SHARIA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

PROTECTING SMALL BUSINESSES FROM PREDATORY WEBSITE LAWSUITS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

PROTECTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2333), H700 [13JA]

PROTECTING TAXPAYERS FROM RISKY INVESTMENTS IN VENEZUELA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

PROTECTING THE RIGHT TO ORGANIZE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

PROTECTING THIRD PARTY LITIGATION FUNDING (TPLF) FROM ABUSE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7015), H655 [12JA]

PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR STUDENT SUCCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

PROTECTION OF WOMEN AND GIRLS IN SPORTS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

PROTECTION OF WOMEN IN OLYMPIC AND AMATEUR SPORTS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

PROTEST MOVEMENTS see Public Demonstrations

PROVEN FOREST MANAGEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

PROVIDENCE, RI

Remarks in House

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

PROVIDING RADIATION EXPOSED SERVICEMEMBERS UNDISPUTED MEDICAL ELIGIBILITY (PRESUME) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

PROVIDING RESOURCES AND OPERATIONAL TRAINING TO ELIMINATE CRISIS THREATS TO FIREFIGHTERS (PROTECT FIREFIGHTERS) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

PROVIDING USEFUL BUDGETS FOR LOCALITIES TO INVEST IN COPS BY SUBSTITUTING APPROPRIATIONS FROM FEDERAL ENFORCEMENT TO YIELD RESULTS (PUBLIC SAFETY) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

PRUITT, ASHLEY

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

Tribute, H2584 [18MR]

PRUITT, ASHLEY B.

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2606 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS see Public Welfare Programs

PUBLIC BROADCASTING related term(s) News Media

Bills and resolutions

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170 [26FE]

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

Remarks in Senate

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (S. Res. 613), S689 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 613, recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game, S687 [25FE]

PUBLIC BUILDINGS

Amendments

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (see S. Res. 611), S610 [12FE]

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of State: require notification to Congress of certain construction projects using nonstandard designs (see H.R. 7054), H892 [14JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building, Sterling, VA: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (see H.R. 7388), H2040 [5FE]

——— provide for temporary adjustment to prospectus thresholds for certain projects (see S. 3789), S509 [5FE]

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (see H.R. 7714), H2328 [25FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see S. 3657), S256 [15JA]

Poul Hornsleth Post Office, St. Petersburg, FL: designate (see H.R. 7313), H1948 [2FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see S. 3835), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Staff Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard VA Clinic, Marshalltown, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Letters

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Motions

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Aledo, TX: tribute to opening of Aledo Municipal Complex, E164 [25FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731, H736 [14JA]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (H.R. 7388), H2650, H2651 [24MR]

——— report to Congress on state of Public Building Service real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2648, H2649 [24MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (H.R. 6925), H698 [13JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (H.R. 7714), H2307 [25FE]

National Park Service: enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (H.R. 7039), H698 [13JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (H.R. 7517), H2204 [12FE]

SSA: improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to management of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, H1983 [4FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (S. Res. 611), S616 [12FE]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

Smart Space Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7388) (H. Rept. 119–562), H2627 [20MR]

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 5254, Gateway Partnership Act, H2519 [16MR]

H.R. 6480, report to Congress on state of GSA Public Building Service real estate portfolio, H2648 [24MR]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 7388, Smart Space Act, H2650 [24MR]

S. Res. 611, use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade, S614 [12FE]

PUBLIC CHARGE CLARIFICATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

PUBLIC COMPANY ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

PUBLIC DEBT related term(s) Budget—U.S.

Amendments

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H615 [9JA]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

——— express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see S. Res. 654), S1443 [20MR] (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

CBO: redesignate as China Budget Office (see H.R. 7113), H919 [15JA]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Government: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2560–H2568 [18MR]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— deficit, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2542 [17MR], H2611, H2616–H2619 [19MR]

——— reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2542 [17MR]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H711–H713 [13JA], H2565 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2538 [17MR]

H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2560 [18MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Res. 654, express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product, S1444 [20MR]

PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS

Articles and editorials

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

St. Paul, MN: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Remarks in House

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H620 [12JA], H927 [20JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, H1953, H1956, H1957, H1970 [3FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1992, H2016–H2021 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2686 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Bahrain: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S205 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S539 [10FE]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281–S283 [27JA], S302–S310, S314, S317–S321, S323, S324, S326, S328, S329, S331–S334 [28JA], S358, S365, S367–S369 [29JA], S407 [30JA], S479 [4FE], S602 [12FE]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 606, express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, S582 [11FE]

PUBLIC DOCUMENTS

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Crime: establish independent statutory commission within legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over Dept. of Justice operations and handling of Epstein files (see H.R. 7814), H2469 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013, H2016 [4FE], H2105 [10FE], H2266 [24FE], H2428, H2431 [5MR], H2557 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation relative to association with Jeffrey Epstein, H2557 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE], S750 [3MR], S873 [5MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Reports filed

Recommend Finding Former President Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–468), H1914 [27JA]

Recommend Finding Former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in Contempt of Congress for Refusal To Comply With Subpoena: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (H. Rept. 119–469), H1914 [27JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

PUBLIC HEALTH RESPONSE AND EMERGENCY DETECTION THROUGH INTEGRATED WASTEWATER COMMUNITY TESTING (PREDICT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE related term(s) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Health

Bills and resolutions

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

——— reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

——— reauthorize programs relating to oral health promotion and disease prevention (see S. 4008), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish advisory committee on training in community health centers (see H.R. 7289), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

——— reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

——— strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Diseases and disorders: regulate human cadaveric islets for transplantation as organs (see H.R. 8018), H2621 [19MR]

Health: end liability shield for vaccine manufacturers (see S. 3853), S578 [11FE]

——— establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

Insurance: provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

——— revise and extend certain health workforce programs (S. 4110), S1093 [17MR]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

Texts of

S. 4008, Promoting Dental Health Act, S887 [5MR]

PUBLIC INTEGRITY IN FINANCIAL PREDICTION MARKETS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

PUBLIC LANDS

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

Colorado: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

——— provide for payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under Mineral Leasing Act (see H.R. 7872), H2476 [9MR]

——— restore presumption of access on lands managed by Forest Service and BLM (see H.R. 7979), H2596 [18MR]

——— take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (see S. 4053), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Transportation: convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (see H.R. 7440), H2095 [9FE]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

——— carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Douglas County, NV: promote conservation, improve public land, and provide for sensible development (see S. 4200), S1614 [25MR]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

——— require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Lumber industry: amend legislation commonly referred to as ‘‘O&C Act’’ relative to timber production (see H.R. 7603), H2233 [20FE]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

——— codify notice requirements for mineral exploration activities on certain public lands (see H.R. 7458), H2117 [10FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

——— prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

——— several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2353 [3MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2511 [16MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349–H2352 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize to convey, without consideration, certain cemeteries (H.R. 4284), H2510, H2511 [16MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348, H2349 [3MR]

——— authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2357, H2358 [3MR]

——— issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2352, H2353 [3MR]

——— ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

——— issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

FAA: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (H.R. 7039), H698 [13JA]

Utah: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2514–H2516 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (S. 4053), S1011 [11MR]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Reports filed

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land Held in Trust for Federally Recognized Indian Tribes: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5910) (H. Rept. 119–453), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah): Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (H.R. 1043) (S. Rept. 119–109), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 909) (S. Rept. 119–107), S577 [11FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 681, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 3073, Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, H2515 [16MR]

H.R. 3903, Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act, H2349–H2351 [3MR]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

H.R. 4284, Small Cemetery Conveyance Act, H2510 [16MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 5419, Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act, H2352 [3MR]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

H.R. 5910, Dept. of the Interior leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes, H2348 [3MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 645, International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, S1093 [17MR]

PUBLIC SAFETY see Safety

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS see Law Enforcement Officers

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

——— reauthorize Transmission Facilitation Program (see H.R. 7043), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Electric power: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

——— exempt consumer-regulated electric utilities from Federal regulation (see S. 3585), S89 [7JA]

——— issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

——— promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

Government regulations: establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

Lobbyists: establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

——— promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H717 [13JA]

——— extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Lists

Wyrulec Co. leadership, S1442 [20MR]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H128, H130 [7JA]

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

Municipal Water District of Orange County: anniversary, H1338 [22JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

Power resources: strengthen electric grid, H248 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2284 [24FE], H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

New Orleans, LA: improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S590 [12FE], S973 [11MR], S1054 [16MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

Wyrulec Co.: anniversary, S1442 [20MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. Con. Res. 30, commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs, S1618 [25MR]

PUBLIC UTILITY REGULATORY POLICIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

——— establish Federal standard relating to two-year lobbying ban (see H.R. 7214), H1349 [22JA]

PUBLIC WELFARE PROGRAMS related term(s) Federal Aid Programs; Social Security

Amendments

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program: clarify authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

Crime: enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— enhance and expand Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see H.R. 7571), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit purchase of nutritionally deficient foods with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7580), H2224 [13FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve effectiveness and performance of certain Federal financial assistance programs (see S. 3709), S344 [28JA]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S377 [29JA]

——— prohibit withholding of Federal funds under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Child Care Development Fund, and Social Services Block Grant programs without explicit authorization from Congress (see H.R. 7017), H655 [12JA]

——— provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

——— request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2596 [18MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program: clarify authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence: Heartbeat International (organization), H1143 [21JA]

Motions

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program: clarify authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Budget: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

——— establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

——— promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

Families and domestic relations: express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: reduce waste, fraud, and abuse, H1980 [4FE]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

——— protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Medicaid: funding, H1955 [3FE]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

States: allow use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program: clarify authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA]

National objectives: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

S. 269, Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, H634 [12JA]

PUBLIC WORKS

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

——— establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— limit spending from Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council: lower cost estimate threshold relating to eligibility of infrastructure projects for certain permitting processes (see H.R. 8003), H2620 [19MR]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Colorado resident, S241 [15JA]

——— Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

——— Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

Lists

Statements supporting H.R. 131, Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, S240 [15JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H205–H208 [8JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

North Carolina: public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), S238, S241, S245 [15JA]

——— make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, S107 [8JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

PUBLIC WORKS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (see H.R. 7342), H2029 [4FE]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652–H2654 [24MR]

Reports filed

Made in America Jobs Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7342) (H. Rept. 119–567), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 7342, Made in America Jobs Act, H2652 [24MR]

PUBLICATIONS related term(s) Literature; News Media

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Shoreline Publishing, Inc.: tribute, H108 [7JA]

PUEBLO, CO

Remarks in House

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

PUEBLO COUNTY, CO

Letters

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

PUERTO RICAN PEOPLE’S POWER RESTORATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

PUERTO RICO, COMMONWEALTH OF

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Financial Oversight and Management Board: provide for termination under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Lists

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158 [24FE]

Puerto Rico Puerto Nuevo Precinct 282 law enforcement officers, E123 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Congressional App Challenge: tribute to judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Giraldo-Santiago, Natalia: Council for Opportunity in Education National TRIO Achiever Award recipient, E160 [24FE]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

National Nurse Practitioner Week: observance, E177 [3MR]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Puerto Rico Police Bureau: tribute, E123 [10FE]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Virgin Islands: anniversary of Crucian-Rican Tramp and Big Breakfast, H148 [8JA]

PUERTO RICO NUTRITION ASSISTANCE FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

PUERTO RICO OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ECONOMIC STABILITY ACT (PROMESA)

Bills and resolutions

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

PUESCHELL, BRIANNE

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S537 [9FE]

PULASKI, CASIMIR

Remarks in House

Casimir Pulaski Day: observance, H2454 [5MR]

PULASKI, WI

Remarks in House

Irwin, Deedra: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

PUREFOY, NATHANIEL (REX)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E175 [3MR]

PURI, SUNIL

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1039 [12MR]

PURPLE HEART FREEDOM TO WORK ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

PUT AMERICA ON COMMISSION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

PUTIN, VLADIMIR (President, Russia)

Remarks in House

Russia: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

——— condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Ukraine: security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S504 [5FE]

PUTTING AN N TO LEARING ABOUT FRAUD ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3727), S377 [29JA]

PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS SETTLEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see S. 3769), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7269), H1915 [27JA]

PUZA, FREDDY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E31 [13JA]

QATAR, STATE OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S547–S550 [10FE]

QUALIFIED IMMUNITY ABOLITION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

QUANFU, GAO

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

QUARRYVILLE, PA

Remarks in House

Solanco High School: tribute to participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

QUEENS, NY see New York, NY

QUIGLEY, MIKE (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: repeal oil and gas program and preserve Arctic coastal plain (see H.R. 3067), H2236 [20FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2033 [4FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2297 [24FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2330 [25FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2474 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: require Federal law enforcement agencies report on cases of missing or murdered Indians (see H.R. 1010), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H949 [20JA]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Maritime Administration: ensure equitable geographic distribution of projects selected through Port Infrastructure Development Program (see H.R. 6866), H2422 [4MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

Minnesota: withdraw from mineral exploration Federal lands and waters in Rainy River Watershed, including in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Voyageurs National Park, and Superior National Forest (see H.R. 588), H1976 [3FE]

Mississippi River Basin Fishery Commission: establish (see H.R. 1514), H1976 [3FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

Native Americans: provide for advancements in public safety services to Indian communities (see H.R. 4712), H2225 [13FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OSHA: issue occupational safety and health standard to protect workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses (see H.R. 4443), H2297 [24FE]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2334 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2097 [9FE]

——— impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2336 [2MR]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H895 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

YMCA: anniversary (see H. Res. 1074), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28• [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2379 [4MR]

Tributes

Garcia, Rick, E56• [20JA]

Kropidlowski, Chester R., E23• [12JA]

Salazar, Imelda, E129• [11FE]

QUINESSO, JOHNNY, SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E117 [9FE]

QUINLAN, BILL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H611 [9JA]

RABBIS see Religion

RABOURDIN, MARC

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2016 [4FE]

RACIAL DISCRIMINATION see Discrimination

RACIAL RELATIONS

Bills and resolutions

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

FCC: establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

——— support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L.: Terryfamilyfuneralhome.com (Internet site), E210 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H1944 [2FE], H2087, H2089 [9FE]

——— evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

——— impeachment, H2214 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to diversity and inclusion, S714 [26FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Texts of

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

RADEWAGEN, AUMUA AMATA COLEMAN (a Delegate from American Samoa)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2628 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H1912 [23JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Coast Guard: require retention of certain enlisted members who have completed certain amount of service (see H.R. 2200), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: develop standard methodology for identifying country of origin of seafood and support enforcement against illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing (see H.R. 3706), H2330 [25FE]

——— require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: include child development and early learning as community services under Federal Work-Study Program (see H.R. 4318), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of HHS: permit some teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while earning child development associate credentials (see H.R. 336), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct review of deaths of certain veterans who committed suicide (see H.R. 6858), H2531 [16MR]

——— designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see H.R. 2623), H2531 [16MR]

——— direct physician or nurse practitioner employed by Dept., to certify death of veteran not later than 48 hours after learning of such death (see H.R. 4398), H1173 [21JA]

——— establish Blast Overpressure Task Force (see H.R. 6444), H2531 [16MR]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2370 [3MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Pacific Islands: authorize preferential treatment for certain imports (see H.R. 6619), H2712 [25MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

SBA: provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H2474 [5MR]

RADIATION EXPOSURE COMPENSATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

RADIO related term(s) News Media; Public Broadcasting; Telecommunications

Bills and resolutions

National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities: authorize to support activities to broaden public understanding of civics and U.S. Constitution (see S. 4058), S1009 [11MR]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

Remarks in House

WECC–Radio (Folkston, GA): tribute, H2593 [18MR]

WRVA–Radio (Richmond, VA): anniversary, E202 [9MR]

RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

RAGLAND, BETH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1986 [4FE]

RAHMAN, ALIYA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2015 [4FE]

RAIL AND HIGHWAY TRANSMISSION PLANNING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

RAILROADS related term(s) Cargo Transportation

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Crime: prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— establish competitive grant program to provide capital assistance for maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation needs of commuter rail bridges (see S. 3701), S290 [27JA]

——— establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove requirement to consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes under Corridor Identification and Development Program (see S. 3728), S377 [29JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

——— report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

California: prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA]

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority: anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

Trump, President: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

RAILWAY SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

RAJAB, HIND

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

RALPH, KONNOR

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Montana participants, S678 [25FE]

RAMAN, ARVIND

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Under Sec. of Commerce for Standards and Technology: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

RAMIREZ, DELIA C. (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H136 [7JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: prohibit defenses based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression (see H.R. 4197), H2370 [3MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H2236 [20FE]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: adjust status of certain Venezuelan nationals to that of aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence (see H.R. 1348), H1916 [27JA]

——— defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Housing: facilitate development of fair and affordable housing and decrease housing costs (see H.R. 6771), H2598 [18MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

LGBTQI+: repeal certain Executive orders targeting LGBTQI+ individuals (see H.R. 3708), H2531 [16MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: deem certain individuals as parents of employees for purposes of determining entitlement to certain family and medical leave (see H.R. 7948), H2530 [16MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (H.R. 7556), H2220 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H1172 [21JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition, or utilizing of, full-body restraints (H.R. 7709), H2329 [25FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (H.R. 7119), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: deem certain individuals as parents of employees for purposes of determining entitlement to certain family and medical leave (H.R. 7948), H2530 [16MR]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1351 [22JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2019 [4FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (H.R. 7190), H2020 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2146 [11FE]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (H.R. 7231), H1167 [21JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1167 [21JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2019 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, E61• [21JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2146 [11FE]

Tributes

Bates-Chamberlain, Ciera, H2264 [24FE]

Chapman, Frank, H664 [13JA]

De Jesus Alejandre, Juliet, H664 [13JA]

Esquivel, Jessica, H2680 [25MR]

Porter, Chantelle, H2264 [24FE]

Ramirez, Elizabeth, H2680 [25MR]

Rehab, Ahmed, H2268 [24FE]

Santana, Mary, H2681 [25MR]

Sirota, Eric, H802 [14JA]

Torres Hidalgo, Ofelia G., H2264 [24FE]

RAMIREZ, ELIZABETH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2680 [25MR]

RAMIREZ, GABRIEL

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Michael Hislope and Gabriel Ramirez, H2308 [25FE]

RAMOS, SERGIO

Remarks in House

Tribute, E188 [4MR]

RAMOS, TOMAS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2177 [11FE]

RAMOS RAMIREZ, LUIS F.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H108 [7JA], E144 [20FE]

RAMRAKHIANI, ISHAN

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

RANCHERS see Agriculture

RANDALL, EMILY (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

——— rescind Medals of Honor awarded for acts at Wounded Knee Creek in 1890 (see H.R. 3609), H949 [20JA]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H253 [8JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: increase reimbursement rate of school meals (see H.R. 5753), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide to departmental firefighters medical testing and related services to detect and prevent certain cancers (see H.R. 2921), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1173 [21JA]

——— carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to remove transportation barriers to accessing coronavirus vaccines for those from low-income or minority communities, or other communities with transportation barriers to health care access (see H.R. 6839), H253 [8JA]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: prohibit disclosure of records of individuals for purposes of immigration enforcement (see H.R. 5340), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Epstein, Jeffrey: demand immediate release of Federal documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein (see H. Res. 577), H136 [7JA]

FAA: provide funding from Airport and Airway Trust Fund for FAA activities during Government shutdown (see H.R. 5451), H895 [14JA]

Federal employees: prohibit retaliation against any Federal employee who stops, or attempts to stop, unlawful or unconstitutional actions by Elon Musk against Federal agencies (see H.R. 994), H135 [7JA]

FTC: prohibit certain uses of algorithmic decision systems to inform individualized prices and wages (see H.R. 4640), H1950 [2FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H656 [12JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H925 [16JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H136 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Native Americans: allow Tribal nations to prosecute non-Native offenders for drug trafficking and allow Tribal courts to execute warrants for electronic material to better combat drug traffickers and other criminals (see H.R. 3773), H2188 [11FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OMB: issue guidance to agencies requiring special districts to be recognized as local government for purpose of Federal financial assistance determinations (see H.R. 2766), H135 [7JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish and support State-based universal health care systems that provide comprehensive health benefits to State residents (see H.R. 4406), H2259 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Taxation: make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (see H.R. 7710), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see H.R. 7269), H1915 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (H.R. 7710), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (H.R. 7774), H2370 [3MR]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (H.R. 7269), H1916 [27JA]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1327 [22JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H239, H243 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2019 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H239, H243 [8JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2019 [4FE]

RANDALL, JOE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

RANDLES, ZACK

Prayers

House of Representatives, H2479 [12MR]

RANDOLPH, MA

Remarks in House

Randolph High School: tribute to football team, H145 [8JA]

RANDOLPH, NY

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E239 [19MR]

RANKIN, MIKE

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1365 [19MR]

RANSOM, ROGER

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1337 [22JA]

RAO, ANAND

Remarks in House

Tribute, H606 [9JA]

RARE DISEASE DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 620, designate, S711 [26FE]

RARE EARTH MAGNET MARKET REVITALIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

RASKIN, JAMIE (a Representative from Maryland)

Articles and editorials

President Trump’s Pardons—An Embarrassment of Riches, Dan Greenberg, Cato Institute Blog (publication), H2572 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see H.R. 7467), H2334 [26FE]

——— establish U.S. Immigration Courts (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H1950 [2FE]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2188 [11FE]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H925 [16JA]

Medicare: count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H2422 [4MR]

——— establish Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Demonstration Program (see H.R. 5439), H1950 [2FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

——— provide coverage of medical nutrition therapy for individuals with eating disorders (see H.R. 2495), H2598 [18MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2474 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2235 [20FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H1173 [21JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2404 [4MR]

Bankruptcy: modify compensation payable to trustees serving in cases under chapter 7 and extend term of certain temporary offices of bankruptcy judges (S. 3424), H628 [12JA]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2561, H2563, H2564, H2565, H2566 [18MR]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2499 [16MR]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H633, H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H631, H632 [12JA]

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H625 [12JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2192 [12FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H629, H630 [12JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2569, H2570, H2572, H2573, H2574, H2575 [18MR]

——— provide that alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 4638), H2601, H2603, H2604 [19MR]

Republican Party: national agenda, H2565 [18MR]

Rockville, MD: anniversary of B’nai Israel Congregation, E255• [24MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2601, H2603, H2604 [19MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2404 [4MR], H2561 [18MR]

RASMUSSEN, FLINT

Remarks in House

Tribute, E75 [27JA]

RATEPAYER AFFORDABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY IN ENERGY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

RAUBER, JOHN W., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E83 [30JA]

RAY, MIRIAM

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

RAYBOULD, RYAN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

REAGAN, MICHAEL

Articles and editorials

Michael Reagan Was More Than the Gipper’s Son, E19 [9JA]

Remarks in House

Tribute, E19 [9JA]

REAGAN, RONALD (40th President of the United States)

Articles and editorials

Michael Reagan Was More Than the Gipper’s Son, E19 [9JA]

REAL COURTS, RULE OF LAW ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7836), H2470 [5MR]

REAL EDUCATION AND ACCESS FOR HEALTHY YOUTH ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

REAL EMERGENCY ACCESS FOR AGING AND DISABILITY INCLUSION (REAADI) FOR DISASTERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

REAL ESTATE

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: expand credentialed, personalized financial and housing counseling to members serving on active duty or transitioning from service (see H.R. 8056), H2675 [24MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Regulation F); Time-Barred Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 126), S1090 [17MR]

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— support prompt approval of certain loans and loan guarantees (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish first-time home buyers savings match program (see H.R. 7244), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand eligibility of properties for Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program for members of Armed Forces, firefighters, and law enforcement officials (see H.R. 7503), H2186 [11FE]

——— increase certain FHA loan limits and clarify that property improvement loans may be used for construction of accessory dwelling units (see H.R. 7792), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

——— report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

——— require annual report to include identification of significant regulatory barriers to affordable housing (see H.R. 7597), H2228 [17FE]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure first-time homebuyers have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 7753), H2368 [3MR]

——— study feasibility and potential impacts of portable federally backed mortgage loans (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate (see S. 3937), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

——— report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

Disasters: prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

Federal-State relations: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

FEMA: provide for disclosure and sharing of certain policy and claims information under National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 7355), H2030 [4FE]

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2258 [23FE]

GAO: study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7504), H2186 [11FE]

Government regulations: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

GSA: provide for temporary adjustment to prospectus thresholds for certain projects (see S. 3789), S509 [5FE]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

SEC: prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

Taxation: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7402), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

——— allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— create American dream accounts for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H717 [13JA] (see H.R. 7131), H924 [16JA]

——— establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

——— establish first-time homebuyer refundable tax credit (see H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

——— establish housing affordability credit (see H.R. 7216), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish tax-advantaged homeowner savings accounts (see H.R. 7756), H2368 [3MR]

——— exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1171 [21JA]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (see H.R. 7414), H2094 [9FE]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

——— impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

——— modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

Remarks in House

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit assumption of loans under Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: update definition of manufactured home, H2073 [9FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H2083, H2085 [9FE]

GSA: report to Congress on state of Public Building Service real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2648, H2649 [24MR]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 4327), H1157 [21JA]

——— provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

Dept. of HUD: prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing residential real estate, S911 [9MR]

——— update definition of manufactured home, S720 [2MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

——— reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (S. 3904), S653 [24FE]

Reports filed

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

GSA Report to Congress on State of Public Building Service Real Estate Portfolio: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6480) (H. Rept. 119–545), H2529 [16MR]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6480, report to Congress on state of GSA Public Building Service real estate portfolio, H2648 [24MR]

S. 723, Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

REAL PROPERTY see Real Estate

REALCLEARENERGY (publication)

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

REBUILD AMERICA’S SCHOOLS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

RECESSION see Economy

RECLAIM TRADE POWERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

RECLAMATION OF LAND see Land Use

RECLAMATION STATES EMERGENCY DROUGHT RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

RECREATION AREAS see Parks and Recreation Areas

RECREATIONAL DRONE EMPOWERMENT ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6460, provisions, H2659 [24MR]

RECRUITING FAMILIES USING DATA ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 162), S1525 [23MR]

RECYCLED MATERIALS related term(s) Refuse Disposal

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

RECYCLING related term(s) Ecology and Environment

Bills and resolutions

Consumers: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

EPA: prepare report on reuse and refill systems for various consumer products (see H.R. 7370), H2030 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

RED CROSS see American Red Cross

RED CROSS MONTH

Remarks in House

Observance, H2425 [5MR]

RED OAK, IA

Remarks in Senate

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

REDISTRIBUTION OF BILLIONS BY INSTITUTING NEW HIGH-INCOME OBLIGATIONS ON OVERLOOKED DEBT (ROBINHOOD) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6438), H2537 [17MR]

REDUCING ACCIDENTS IN LOCOMOTIVES (RAIL) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

REDUCING AND ELIMINATING DUPLICATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS (RED TAPE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6398), H927 [20JA]

REDUCING MEDICALLY UNNECESSARY DELAYS IN CARE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

REED, CALEB

Remarks in House

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

REED, DAVID

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2416 [4MR]

REED, GWEN (MAMA)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2307 [25FE]

REED, JACK (a Senator from Rhode Island)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S898, S899 [5MR], S936 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1395 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S162 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (see S. 4138), S1205 [18MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S130 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S534 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend highway safety improvement program (see S. 944), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S379 [29JA]

——— disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

Disabled: prohibit discrimination on basis of mental or physical disability in cases of anatomical gifts and organ transplants (see S. 1782), S651 [24FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Farm Service Agency: establish New Producer Economic Security Program within Office of Outreach and Education (see S. 1237), S651 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure: conduct research on diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of descendants of individuals exposed to toxic substances while serving as members of Armed Forces (see S. 2061), S1580 [24MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S116 [8JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Real estate: require Government-sponsored enterprises to include disclaimer on Uniform Residential Loan Application to increase awareness of Dept. of Veterans Affairs direct and guaranteed home loan programs (see S. 138), S552 [10FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S554 [10FE]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see S. 2461), S258 [15JA]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1206 (see S. 4127), S1207 [18MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S1091 [17MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to those who served in U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps (see S. 2195), S763 [3MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Examinations for Risks to Active-Duty Servicemembers and Their Covered Dependents’’ (see S.J. Res. 132), S1205 [18MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: revise and extend certain health workforce programs (see S. 4110), S1090 [17MR]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S993 [11MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S96 [8JA], S216 [14JA]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: revise and extend certain health workforce programs (S. 4110), S1093 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1474, S1475 [21MR]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (S. 3753), S420 [30JA]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S992–S994 [11MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S96 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1474, S1475 [21MR]

Tributes

Hann, Nancy, S574 [11FE]

Neirinckx, Raymond, S253 [15JA]

REED, MATT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2205 [12FE]

REFORMING INTELLIGENCE AND SECURING AMERICA ACT

Bills and resolutions

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

REFUGEES related term(s) Immigration

Bills and resolutions

Burma: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 7014), H655 [12JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— verify personal and biometric information of Afghan evacuees and require such information to receive Federal assistance (see H.R. 7759), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Immigration: terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Public welfare programs: prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Voting: constitutional amendment to ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status, H1939 [2FE], H1992 [4FE]

Immigration: secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HHS: Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding, S411, S412 [30JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: review process for vetting and monitoring of Afghan parolees living in U.S., S192–S194 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

New Immigrant Community Empowerment Inc.: prohibit Community and Training Center funding, S413 [30JA]

Statements

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Representative Pressley, E99 [4FE]

Testimonies

Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals: Several Constituents, E101, E103–E107, E108 [4FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

REFUSE DISPOSAL related term(s) Recycled materials; Sewage Disposal

Bills and resolutions

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

Remarks in House

EPA: proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

REGULATION A+ IMPROVEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

REGULATORY EFFICIENCY, VERIFICATION, ITEMIZATION, AND ENHANCED WORKFLOW (REVIEW) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6544) (H. Rept. 119–527), H2326 [25FE]

REHAB, AHMED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2268 [24FE]

REHABILITATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Education: authorize grants to establish national education protection and advocacy program to enforce certain rights and protections for students with disabilities (see H.R. 8073), H2710 [25MR]

REICHLIN-MELNICK, AARON

Articles and editorials

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

REID, FREDERIC A. (FRITZ)

Remarks in House

California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame: inductee, E163 [25FE]

REID-COLEMAN, JOYCE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H109 [7JA]

REINFORCING NICARAGUA’S ADHERENCE TO CONDITIONS FOR ELECTORAL REFORM (RENACER) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

REITER, BARRY AND BARBARA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2377 [4MR]

RELIABLE FEDERAL INFRASTRUCTURE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4690) (H. Rept. 119–483), H2028 [4FE]

RELIGION related term(s) Churches, Synagogues, and Mosques

Articles and editorials

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, E130 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Bangladesh: anniversary of genocide (see H. Res. 1130), H2627 [20MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 6957), H134 [7JA] (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

——— restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom (see S. 3679), S257 [15JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (see S. Res. 649), S1205 [18MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (see S. Res. 584), S257 [15JA]

St. Paul, MN: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit,’’ Israel Zoberman, E90 [2FE]

Proclamations

Pensacola, FL, Governmental Prayer Breakfast Anniversary: Representative Patronis, E81 [30JA]

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: Representative Patronis, E85 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: anniversary of Remedy Church, H1336 [22JA]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Chriscoe family: tribute, E143 [20FE]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of Grace Baptist Church, H2206 [12FE]

District of Columbia: tribute to International Religious Freedom Summit, H1970 [3FE]

Doleman, Dan, Jr.: Columbus, GA, Holsey Monumental Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church Living Legend Award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians, H619 [12JA]

Eid Al-Fitr: observance, H2559 [18MR]

Elma, NY: groundbreaking of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church new sanctuary, E244 [19MR]

Friends of Club 21 choir: tribute, H1157 [21JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

India: anniversary of Saka Nakodar massacre, H2175 [11FE]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, H2488 [16MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: impact of letter from Birmingham, AL, City Jail on justice and social change, H2089 [9FE]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Mendenhall, MS: anniversary of First Baptist Church Mendenhall, E229 [18MR]

Mt. Vernon, NY: anniversary of Macedonia Baptist Church, H2558 [18MR]

——— tribute to Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church, H2679 [25MR]

Muslim Americans: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

National security: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

——— address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459–H2463 [5MR]

——— recognize threat that spread of radical Islamist ideology poses to U.S., H605 [9JA]

New Rochelle, NY: anniversary of Young Israel of Scarsdale, H2667 [24MR]

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Knights of Columbus (organization) Father John M. Grady Council 503, H2558 [18MR]

Religious Tolerance Week: observance, H670 [13JA]

Rockville, MD: anniversary of B’nai Israel Congregation, E255 [24MR]

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

Salt Lake City, UT: tribute to renovation of Salt Lake Temple, H2265 [24FE]

Santa Ana, CA: anniversary of Second Baptist Church of Santa Ana, H2265 [24FE]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

WECC–Radio (Folkston, GA): tribute, H2593 [18MR]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

Yonkers, NY: tribute St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church parish day celebration, H2535 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Boise, ID: anniversary of Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, S254 [15JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (S. Res. 649), S1202 [18MR]

Jews: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

——— condemn rise of antisemitism, S306 [28JA]

National security: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Nehemiah Alliance (organization): tribute, S507 [5FE]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (S. Res. 584), S263 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

University of Michigan: anniversary of University of Michigan Hillel, S756 [3MR]

Reports filed

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

S. Res. 584, tribute to Richard Smallwood, S260 [15JA]

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

S. Res. 649, commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer, S1207 [18MR]

REMIKIE, SHARETTA

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

REMOTE ACCESS SECURITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

Texts of

H.R. 2683, provisions, H621 [12JA]

REMOVING AND SEQUESTERING CARBON UNLEASHED IN THE ENVIRONMENT AND (RESCUE) OCEANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE]

Ren Ene

Remarks in House

Revolution Wind project: tribute, H2488 [16MR]

RENEWABLE ENERGY related term(s) Power Resources

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— advance next-generation geothermal electricity generation demonstration projects in new regions (see S. 4116), S1090 [17MR]

——— develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

——— temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Power resources: expedite judicial review of energy and mineral projects, create new protections for fully-permitted projects, establish enforceable deadlines, and mandate de-risking programs and compliance reporting (see H.R. 7329), H1975 [3FE]

——— include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (see H.R. 7080), H893 [14JA]

——— protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

Taxation: expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

——— restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Letters

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Revolution Wind project impact assessment: Steven J. Sample, Dept. of Defense, H2489 [16MR]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H128 [7JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), H1185 [22JA]

——— designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H2104 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H667 [13JA], H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

RENEWABLE FUELS MONTH

Amendments

Designate (H. Res. 375): adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions

Designate (H. Res. 375): adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Designate (H. Res. 375), H1185 [22JA]

——— adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Designate: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

RENEWING EFFORTS TO SUSPEND TESTING AND REINFORCE ARMS-CONTROL INITIATIVES NOW (RESTRAIN) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

RENEWING OPPORTUNITY IN THE AMERICAN DREAM (ROAD) TO HOUSING ACT

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Enact (S. 2651), S663 [25FE], S770 [4MR]

RENTAL HOUSING INVESTMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

REORGANIZING GOVERNMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 1295) (H. Rept. 119–464), H1913 [27JA]

REPUBLICAN PARTY

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

Articles and editorials

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

It’s Already a Record-Setting Congress-For All the Wrong Reasons, H2693 [25MR]

Michael Reagan Was More Than the Gipper’s Son, E19 [9JA]

Poll—Trump’s Own Voters Begin Blaming Him for Affordability Crisis, H116 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (see H. Res. 979), H134 [7JA]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (see H. Res. 1135), H2711 [25MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

Gonzales, Representative: remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Education and Workforce (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on the Judiciary (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: legislative process, H2693, H2694 [25MR]

Committee on Ethics (House): majority party appointments (H. Res. 979), H112 [7JA]

Committees of the House: majority party appointments (H. Res. 1135), H2688 [25MR]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA], H2423 [5MR], H2615 [19MR]

Domestic policy: national agenda, H115, H116, H119, H129 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H1958 [3FE], H2539 [17MR], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR], E169 [26FE]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

——— legislative process, H2271 [24FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H803, H804 [14JA]

South Carolina: economic status, H1939 [2FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H607 [9JA], H671 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337 [22JA]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: legislative process, S560 [11FE]

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Democracy: importance of participation in elections, S452 [3FE]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Senate: impact of partisanship, S186 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE], S771 [4MR], S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S188 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1470 [21MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S449 [3FE]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

Resignations

House Republican Caucus: Representative Kiley, H2580 [18MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 979, majority party appointments to Committee on Ethics (House), H112 [7JA]

H. Res. 1135, majority party appointments to committees of the House, H2688 [25MR]

RESCHENTHALER, GUY (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: improve treatment of dyslexia under Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (see H.R. 5769), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program for certain State and local forensic activities (see H.R. 3591), H135 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (see H.R. 7987), H2596 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Government: prohibit Federal agencies from taking adverse action due to provision of business assistance to cannabis-related legitimate businesses (H.R. 7987), H2597 [18MR]

RESEARCH related term(s) Science; Technology

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

American Heart Month: designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (see S. 4172), S1580 [24MR]

——— require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

——— reauthorize Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers (see S. 4072), S1046 [12MR]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

——— require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce: promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

——— establish programs and requirements related to U.S. production of geothermal energy (see H.R. 7568), H2224 [13FE]

——— reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S344 [28JA]

——— update purposes of Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood to reflect research and input of youth with lived experience about importance of long-term relationships to future success (see H.R. 7995), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require institutions of higher education to regularly submit information to Student and Exchange Visitor Information System on non U.S. citizens or permanent residents (see S. 4165), S1579 [24MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

——— include reporting on hate crimes to uniform crime reporting program (see S. 3724), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Diseases and disorders: raise awareness of sarcoma cancer chordoma (see H. Res. 1081), H2328 [25FE]

——— recognize significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and need for robust funding of National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H. Res. 1079), H2328 [25FE]

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S578 [11FE] (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

——— make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

NASA: designate national high-energy astrophysics hubs (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Cancer Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

——— require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

——— improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

——— support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

SBA: extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Technology: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Quinn Sheldon, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

American Heart Month: observance, H1991 [4FE]

Brain Awareness Week: observance, E242 [19MR]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Diseases and disorders: cerebral palsy research funding, H2534 [17MR]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

FDA: publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

——— prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2242–H2244 [23FE]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

National Cancer Prevention Month: observance, E160 [24FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

Taxation: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

American Heart Month: designate (S. Res. 614), S689 [25FE]

Animals: allow for adoption or non-laboratory placement of certain animals used in Federal research (S. 4172), S1581 [24MR]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), S176–S178 [13JA]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), unanimous-consent request, S177 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

Rare Disease Day: designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 2600, Accessing Satellite Capabilities To Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act, H2242 [23FE]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 614, American Heart Month, S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 620, Rare Disease Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

RESEARCH ADVANCING TO MARKET PRODUCTION FOR INNOVATORS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

RESEARCH AND OVERSIGHT OF AI IN COURTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

RESNICK, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E116 [9FE]

RESOLUTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

Enact (H.J. Res. 143): consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

RESOLUTION COPPER MINING (company)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

RESPECT FOR LOCAL COMMUNITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

RESPECT NATO ALLIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

RESPECT STATE HOUSING LAWS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

RESPONSIBLE FIREARMS MARKETING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

RESS, KATHY

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

RESTAURANTS see Food Industry

RESTON, VA

Remarks in House

South Lakes High School: tribute to girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, E242 [19MR]

RESTORE TRUST IN CONGRESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

RESTORE TRUST IN GOVERNMENT ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

RESTORING CONFIDENCE IN THE WORLD ANTI-DOPING AGENCY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

RESTORING ECONOMIC LIFELINES FOR INDEPENDENT ENTERPRISES AND FAMILY BUSINESSES (RELIEF) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

RESTORING EXECUTIVE BRANCH AUTHORITIES TO OVERSEE OFFICES OF THE U.S. ATTORNEYS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

RESTORING THE SECONDARY TRADING MARKET ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

RETIRE THROUGH OWNERSHIP ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

REUSCH, TOM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E202 [9MR]

REUSE, ROBBIE

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S537 [9FE]

REVOLUTION WIND, LLC

Letters

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

REYES LARIOS, MARICARMEN

Remarks in House

Sonoma County, CA: Woman of the Year award recipient, E270 [25MR]

REYNOLDS, CRAIG

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S574 [11FE]

RHEE, BENJAMIN S.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E26 [12JA]

RHODE ISLAND

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, S1475 [21MR]

Remarks in House

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

Renewable energy: tribute to Revolution Wind project, H2488 [16MR]

RHODES, LUTHER L. (DUSTY)

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1323 [19MR]

RHONE, RHONDEL B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E87 [2FE]

RICCIO, PHIL

Remarks in House

National Federation of State High School Associations: Outstanding Service Award recipient, H2487 [16MR]

RICE, JAMES

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S308 [28JA]

RICE, SUSAN

Remarks in Senate

Netflix, Inc.: characterization of remarks regarding President Trump, S776 [4MR]

RICH, MARY S.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H610 [9JA]

RICHARDSON, JAYSON

Appointments

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

RICHARDSON, LARISSA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2263 [24FE]

RICHARDSON, TX

Remarks in House

Berkner High School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216 [16MR]

J.J. Pearce High School: tribute to participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210 [12MR]

RICHER, STEPHEN

Articles and editorials

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

RICHMOND, DAVID

Bills and resolutions

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

RICHMOND, VA

Remarks in House

WRVA–Radio (Richmond, VA): anniversary, E202 [9MR]

RICHTER, CHARLES

Remarks in House

Tribute, E259 [24MR]

RICKETTS, PETE (a Senator from Nebraska)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S896 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1453 [20MR]

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S1589 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see S. 3007), S763 [3MR]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of Labor: expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see S. 410), S1091 [17MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S1615 [25MR]

Financial institutions: permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S1615 [25MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Firefighters: award Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resilency, sacrifice, and service to protect forests, grasslands, and communities in U.S. (see S. 142), S1368 [19MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S534 [9FE]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures, make certain disclosures, and establish criminal penalties for solicitation or production of sexual content (see S. 3062), S883 [5MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see S. 3616), S258 [15JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Social Security: review and simplify processes, forms, and communications for family caregivers to assist individuals in establishing eligibility, enrolling in, and maintaining benefits under certain Federal aid programs (see S. 1227), S1010 [11MR]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

——— improve cooperation with U.S. relative to travel and tourism (see S. 733), S651 [24FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S344 [28JA] (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

GAO: identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (see S. 3969), S762 [3MR]

——— study and recommend definition for workforce housing (see S. 3968), S762 [3MR]

Housing: exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

SEC: specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Taxation: provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S1589 [25MR]

Remarks

Appropriations: legislative process, S455 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S546 [10FE], S1022 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S546 [10FE]

Dept. of HUD: publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S455 [3FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1022 [12MR]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S663 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S775 [4MR]

Tributes

Tietjens, Noah L., S775 [4MR]

RIDDER, JILL

Remarks in Senate

Milken Family Foundation: Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

RIGBY, ID

Remarks in Senate

Survival Garden Seeds (business): tribute, S339 [28JA]

RILEY, JOSH (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2677 [24MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H253 [8JA]

——— provide penalties for individuals who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees (see H.R. 3178), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

——— permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H1173 [21JA]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7658), H2336 [2MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see H.R. 7533), H2485 [12MR]

——— restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide for inclusion of names of crew members of U.S.S. Frank E. Evans killed on June 3, 1969, on Vietnam Veterans Memorial (see H.R. 5945), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H2370 [3MR]

——— require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish program to insure certain second liens secured against property for purpose of financing accessory dwelling unit construction (see H.R. 4568), H2422 [4MR]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2485 [12MR]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish grant program to support out-of-school-time youth workforce readiness programs providing employability skills, work-based learning, and workforce opportunities for eligible youth (see H.R. 2910), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish grant program to provide funding for memorials honoring veterans, law enforcement officers, and firefighters (see H.R. 4268), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish program to provide grants to eligible recipients for eligible operating support costs of public transportation and associated capital improvements (see H.R. 3449), H1352 [22JA]

——— issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H2370 [3MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2236 [20FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2598 [18MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Insurance: provide for certain reforms relative to medical loss ratios and fraudulent enrollment in qualified health plans (see H.R. 7861), H2475 [9MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1977 [3FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H1950 [2FE]

Medicare: improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H2032 [4FE]

——— temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H1912 [23JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H2477 [9MR]

National Biotechnology Initiative: authorize (see H.R. 2756), H2097 [9FE]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2485 [12MR]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2474 [5MR]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H253 [8JA]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2120 [10FE]

Tobacco products: establish Federal multi-agency task force to combat illegal importation, distribution, and sale of e-cigarettes (see H.R. 6845), H2551 [17MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H947 [20JA]

NSF: provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (H.R. 6969), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (H.R. 7149), H948 [20JA]

NSF: provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H130 [7JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H130 [7JA]

RILEY, KEVIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2207 [12FE]

RINEWSTODAY.COM (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

RIPLEY, JOHN W.

Bills and resolutions

Medal of Honor: award (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Medal of Honor: award (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

Texts of

H.R. 7211, award Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley, H1967 [3FE]

RISCH, JAMES E. (a Senator from Idaho)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S838, S846 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1545 [23MR]

Camp Lejeune Justice Act: technical corrections (see S. 907), S959 [10MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Crime: enhance efforts to combat trafficking of children (see S. 3054), S553 [10FE]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund (see S. 2378), S116 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veterans’ disability benefits from income for purposes of determining eligibility for supported housing program (see S. 1415), S682 [25FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see S. 3314), S1047 [12MR]

FAA: publish list of medications compiled for purposes of medical certification of airmen and air traffic control specialists (see S. 3258), S553 [10FE]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see S. 1651), S1545 [23MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S1545 [23MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE]

Housing: reform rural housing programs (see S. 1260), S803 [4MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Medicaid: ensure accurate payments to pharmacies, prevent use of abusive spread pricing, and assure pharmacy access and choice for Medicare beneficiaries (see S. 3345), S17 [5JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S960 [10MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S442 [2FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: provide enhanced provisions for advanced nuclear energy projects receiving loan guarantees (see S. 3814), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S793 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1576 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1192 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S97 [8JA], S217 [14JA]

Boise, ID: anniversary of Boise Airport, S799• [4MR]

——— anniversary of Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, S254• [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1172 [18MR]

Noble-T Arbor, LLC: tribute, S703• [26FE]

Point of order, S218 [14JA]

Rigby, ID: tribute to Survival Garden Seeds (business), S339• [28JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S793 [4MR], S1192 [18MR], S1576 [24MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S97 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1172 [18MR]

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S375 [29JA], S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Nomination of Asel Roberts To Be Ambassador to Slovenia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Eric Meyer To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Frank Garcia To Be Assistant Sec. of State for African Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of Frank Weiland To Be Assistant Sec. of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Gregory LoGerfo To Be Dept. of State Coordinator for Counterterrorism: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara To Be Ambassador to Vietnam: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

Nomination of Lee Lipton To Be Ambassador to Philippines: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Robert W. Sweeney To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Troy Edgar To Be Ambassador to El Salvador: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Nomination of Wesley Brooks To Be Assistant Sec. of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1009 [11MR]

Nomination of William Long To Be Ambassador to Ireland: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

Tributes

Troy, Caroline Nilsson, S113• [8JA]

Waitley, Rick, S88• [7JA]

RITCHEY, GLENN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H941 [20JA]

RITORTO, JUSTIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E3 [6JA]

RIVAS, LUZ M. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit commercial greyhound racing, live lure training, and open field coursing (see H.R. 5017), H1923 [30JA]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2370 [3MR]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H616 [9JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2477 [9MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H616 [9JA]

FDA: require tracking codes on labels of tobacco products (see H.R. 6844), H2033 [4FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1916 [27JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: remove registry cutoff date, make eligibility cutoff rolling, and provide pathway to citizenship for immigrants residing in U.S. at least seven years prior to application filing (see H.R. 4696), H894 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2530 [16MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2236 [20FE]

Public Health Service Act: include Middle Easterners and North Africans in statutory definition of ‘‘racial and ethnic minority group’’ and conduct comprehensive health study of such groups (see H.R. 6767), H1916 [27JA]

Taxation: allow employers credit for wages paid to employees who participate in qualified apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 1662), H1916 [27JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tobacco products: establish Federal multi-agency task force to combat illegal importation, distribution, and sale of e-cigarettes (see H.R. 6845), H2033 [4FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2531 [16MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Depts. of Homeland Security and HUD: nullify memorandum of understanding relative to housing projects (see H.R. 7374), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Depts. of Homeland Security and HUD: nullify memorandum of understanding relative to housing projects (H.R. 7374), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (H.R. 7584), H2225 [13FE]

Remarks

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H239, H243, H244 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1970, H1972, H1973 [3FE], H2589, H2590, H2591 [18MR]

Los Angeles, CA: Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program funding, H2103 [10FE]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H239, H243, H244 [8JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2589, H2590, H2591 [18MR]

Taxation: establish credit for adult child caregivers, H1970 [3FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2589, H2590, H2591 [18MR]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106 [7JA]

Tributes

Botsford, Stephen F., H1969 [3FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H239 [8JA]

Ochoa, Mary J., H106 [7JA]

RIVER FALLS, WI

Remarks in House

Cunningham, Liam: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

RIVERS

Bills and resolutions

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

——— reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

——— convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks in House

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Florida: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Texts of

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

ROADS AND HIGHWAYS

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

——— condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

——— eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

——— limit spending from Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

——— require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

——— revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (see H.R. 7772), H2369 [3MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Motor vehicles: improve incident reporting relative to certain autonomous vehicles (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

——— require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

White River National Forest: prohibit road construction project (see S. 4180), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8061), H2675 [24MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Azuza, CA: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2101 [10FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA]

South Carolina: release of State budget, E69 [22JA]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority: anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Reports filed

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

ROANOKE, TX

Remarks in House

Williams, Joseph R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

ROBERTI, STEVEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2380 [4MR]

ROBERTS, ARSBURN R. (OZ)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E245 [19MR]

ROBERTS, ASEL

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Ambassador to Slovenia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

ROBERTS, DONNA STAGEMAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E84 [30JA]

ROCHESTER, MN

Remarks in House

Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce: anniversary, H2268 [24FE]

ROCHESTER, NY

Remarks in House

James Monroe High School: tribute to football team, H698 [13JA]

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY

Remarks in House

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

ROCKLEDGE, FL

Remarks in House

Bolton, Brett: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2239 [23FE]

ROCKVILLE, MD

Remarks in House

B’nai Israel Congregation: anniversary, E255 [24MR]

ROCKY MOUNT, NC

Remarks in House

Northern Nash High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

ROD, MARC

Articles and editorials

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, E130 [11FE]

RODGERS, COLE

Remarks in House

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

RODRIGUES, CYNTHIA A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E47 [16JA]

RODRIGUEZ, CRISTINA M.

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

RODRIGUEZ, ESTELA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H722 [14JA]

RODRIGUEZ, KELLIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E253 [24MR]

ROGERS, HAROLD (a Representative from Kentucky)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H656 [12JA]

Armed Forces: reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2422 [4MR]

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2120 [10FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H136 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H136 [7JA]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2474 [5MR]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H200 [8JA]

ROGERS, MIKE (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Agriculture: expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for freedom of association protections on college campuses (see H.R. 2555), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: update dollar amount thresholds for certain currency transaction and suspicious activity reports (see H.R. 1799), H135 [7JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H2033 [4FE]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see H.R. 3885), H656 [12JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

Medicare: improve payment method and increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services (see H.R. 2902), H135 [7JA]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H656 [12JA]

——— temporarily provide for long-term care pharmacy supply fees in connection with dispensing of certain drugs (see H.R. 5031), H1912 [23JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H2033 [4FE]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H719 [13JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1950 [2FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Government regulations: require congressional approval of major Executive orders and major rules (see H.R. 6971), H134 [7JA]

Taxation: exclude from gross income earnings from certain overseas deployments of Armed Forces members (see H.R. 6970), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Government regulations: require congressional approval of major Executive orders and major rules (H.R. 6971), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: exclude from gross income earnings from certain overseas deployments of Armed Forces members (H.R. 6970), H135 [7JA]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2401 [4MR]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (S. 4138), H2606 [19MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2254 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2255 [23FE]

Oxford, AL: tribute to Oxford High School boys’ basketball team, E227• [17MR]

Talladega, AL: anniversary of Talladega Insurance Agency, E151• [23FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2401 [4MR]

Tributes

Boyajian, Annie Wilcox, E133• [12FE]

ROLL, JOHN M.

Bills and resolutions

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

ROLLCALL VOTES see Votes in House; Votes in Senate

ROMAN, MARK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2021 [4FE]

ROMNEY, MITT (a former Senator from Utah)

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

ROOT, JOE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

ROOT, SARAH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2173 [11FE]

ROSE, DAN

Remarks in House

Paralympic Games: tribute to participation, H1992 [4FE]

ROSE, DERRICK M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1176, H1338 [22JA]

ROSE, JOHN W. (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

——— increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Contracts: preserve open competition and neutrality toward labor relations of Federal contractors on Federal and federally funded construction projects (see H.R. 2126), H894 [14JA]

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see H.R. 7902), H2598 [18MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: require imposition of visa sanctions relative to each foreign person President determines has performed or otherwise facilitated chemical or surgical mutilations of U.S. minors (see H.R. 6876), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize commemorative work in District of Columbia and environs to honor U.S. citizens and legal residents killed as victims of crimes committed by individuals unlawfully present in U.S. (see H.R. 6643), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: print $250 Federal Reserve notes featuring portrait of Donald J. Trump (see H.R. 1761), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Blast Overpressure Task Force (see H.R. 6444), H2297 [24FE]

——— require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see H.R. 7902), H2598 [18MR]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2298 [24FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H656 [12JA]

Medicaid: modify Medicaid Federal medical assistance percentage for District of Columbia (see H.R. 5815), H719 [13JA]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H1977 [3FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2474 [5MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1922 [30JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taiwan: resume normal diplomatic relations, negotiate bilateral free trade agreement, and support membership in international organizations (see H. Con. Res. 8), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H656 [12JA]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of the Treasury: report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

——— require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (see H.R. 7775), H2369 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of the Treasury: report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (H.R. 7993), H2622 [19MR]

——— require Director of Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to testify annually before Committee on Financial Services (House) and Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate) (H.R. 7775), H2370 [3MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H4 [6JA]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2073 [9FE]

——— update definition of manufactured home, H2073 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2145 [11FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2004 [4FE]

Senate: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1988 [4FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2145 [11FE]

White County, TN: Tennessee Association of Fairs Champion of Champions award recipient, H2609 [19MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H235 [8JA]

ROSEN, JACKY (a Senator from Nevada)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S919 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1142, S1143, S1144 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1251, S1279 [18MR], S1395 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S353, S354 [28JA]

Appointments

U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, S1016 [11MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S1545 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA]

——— enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S1368 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see S. 768), S651 [24FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S511 [5FE]

——— establish program to furnish to certain individuals items used for secure storage of firearms (see S. 926), S553 [10FE]

——— expand and modify Highly Rural Transportation Grant Program (see S. 784), S1205 [18MR]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1368 [19MR]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE]

Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure: conduct research on diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of descendants of individuals exposed to toxic substances while serving as members of Armed Forces (see S. 2061), S345 [28JA]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S650 [24FE]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S708 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

SBA: exclude from limit on leverage certain amounts invested in smaller enterprises located in rural or low-income areas and small businesses in critical technology areas (see S. 1917), S490 [4FE] (see S. 3341), S554 [10FE]

SEC: permit registered investment companies to omit certain fees from calculation of acquired fund fees and expenses reporting (see S. 1808), S419 [30JA]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S1091 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA]

——— require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit Cabinet members from using taxpayer funds to run self-promoting ad campaigns and from hiring certain political consulting, marketing, and advertising firms (see S. 4128), S1205 [18MR]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

SBA: allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

Tariff: require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1532 [23MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1027, S1028 [12MR]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S1027, S1028 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1027, S1028 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1326 [19MR]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1027 [12MR], S1532 [23MR]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1531, S1532 [23MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1532 [23MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1326 [19MR]

ROSENBERG, TX

Remarks in House

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

ROSENWALD, JULIUS

Bills and resolutions

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Texts of

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

ROSIGNOL, WANDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E271 [25MR]

ROSS, DEBORAH K. (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Armed Forces: provide limited authority to use to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence (see H.R. 4076), H1916 [27JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: collaborate with State and local health departments to provide information and education to public on asthma (see H.R. 6052), H2259 [23FE]

——— reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2097 [9FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2298 [24FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2297 [24FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Copyrights: secure rights of artists of works of visual art to receive resale royalties for sales of high-end art at auction houses (see H.R. 4017), H135 [7JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Defense: establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H656 [12JA]

——— establish pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations to carry out activities related to book access for children (see H.R. 7327), H2485 [12MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2330 [25FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2033 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2120 [10FE]

——— carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2225 [13FE]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2098 [9FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (see H.R. 1902), H2711 [25MR]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2042 [5FE]

——— establish grant program for access to, and training on administration of, epinephrine products for law enforcement officers (see H.R. 4019), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H1977 [3FE]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H719 [13JA]

Families and domestic relations: criminalize stalking using unauthorized geotracking device (see H.R. 1751), H1922 [30JA]

——— prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1950 [2FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: establish nonvisual accessibility standards for certain devices with digital interfaces (see H.R. 5605), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2188 [11FE]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2676 [24MR]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2677 [24MR]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1923 [30JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1976 [3FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

GSA: ensure construction and acquisition of public buildings adheres to guiding principles for Federal architecture (see H.R. 1584), H2229 [17FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H894 [14JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H2473 [5MR]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H1916 [27JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2221 [12FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2477 [9MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: allow States to make medical assistance available to inmates during period preceding their release (see H.R. 2586), H2551 [17MR]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H894 [14JA]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: provide coverage of prescription digital therapeutics for treatment of mental health and substance use disorders (see H.R. 3288), H2370 [3MR]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Mulholland, Joan Trumpauer: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 3622), H2120 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: extend funding for Historic Preservation Fund (see H.R. 3418), H2551 [17MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2259 [23FE]

——— exclude from gross income gain from sale of qualified real property interests acquired under Dept. of Defense Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) program (see H.R. 1083), H1949 [2FE]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2551 [17MR]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see H.R. 2398), H2119 [10FE]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2473 [5MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (H.R. 7375), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (H.R. 7711), H2330 [25FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2453 [5MR]

Black History Month: observance, H2207 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration raids, H727 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), H2013 [4FE]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2560 [18MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2453 [5MR]

Women: address Black maternal health disparities, H2560 [18MR]

——— ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Tributes

Baker, Ella, H2207 [12FE]

Hunt, James B., Jr., H230 [8JA]

Lewis, Ellen, H2560 [18MR]

ROSS, EMMA

Poems

‘‘Each Dawn I Cross Beneath the Domed White Light’’, S265 [15JA]

‘‘I Came From Quiet Roads and Open Air’’, S265, S267 [15JA]

‘‘I Dreamed of Shaping Laws Before I Came’’, S265 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Senate: tribute to Senate Pages poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Tribute, S267 [15JA]

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL

Remarks in House

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

Diseases and disorders: tribute to efforts to eradicate polio, H1129 [21JA]

Winter Garden, FL: anniversary of Rotary Club of Winter Garden, E66 [22JA]

Yonkers, NY: tribute to Rotary Club of Yonkers-East Yonkers, H2172 [11FE]

ROTORCRAFT OPERATIONS TRANSPARENCY AND OVERSIGHT REFORM (ROTOR) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 2503), H2248–H2257 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2503), S665 [25FE]

Texts of

S. 2503, provisions, H2248–H2253 [23FE]

ROTTER, ROBERT

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

ROUND ROCK, TX

Remarks in House

Round Rock High School: tribute to Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49 [16JA]

ROUNDS, MIKE (a Senator from South Dakota)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S938 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1010 [11MR]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— expand presumptions of exposure by members to toxic substances to include certain exposures related to Nevada Test and Training Range (see S. 2220), S882 [5MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S804 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: clarify inclusion of medically necessary automobile adaptations in definition of ‘‘medical services’’ (see S. 1726), S803 [4MR]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

FAA: limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see S. 2175), S916 [9MR]

——— lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S1092 [17MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA]

Firefighters: award Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resilency, sacrifice, and service to protect forests, grasslands, and communities in U.S. (see S. 142), S291 [27JA]

Forest Service: prohibit administration, implementation, or enforcement of rule entitled ‘‘Law Enforcement; Criminal Prohibitions’’ (see S. 3520), S379 [29JA]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see S. 864), S882 [5MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S803 [4MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NSF: establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see S. Res. 236), S472 [3FE]

SEC: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

——— require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see S. 3442), S346 [28JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S258 [15JA] (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA]

SEC: address exemption of, and reporting by, certain private fund advisers (see S. 3880), S609 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593 [12FE], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Remarks

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (S. 4138), S1202 [18MR]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S1021 [12MR]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1467 [21MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S73 [7JA]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (S. Res. 649), S1202 [18MR]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, S1021 [12MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Senate: legislative program, S1306 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1467 [21MR]

ROUSANIDIS, JOHN P.

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

ROUZER, DAVID (a Representative from North Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of treatment of certain disabilities (see H.R. 1400), H656 [12JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H237 [8JA]

ROY, CHIP (a Representative from Texas)

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795 [14JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, Boston (MA) Herald, H2132 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see H.R. 7780), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

——— prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H1173 [21JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (see H.R. 8064), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Justice: provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (H.R. 8064), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (H.R. 7776), H2370 [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Courts: reduce District of Columbia District and Appeals Court funding and strike salary and expense funding for staffs of Judges James E. Boasberg and Deborah L. Boardman, H795, H796, H797 [14JA]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121, H2122 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121, H2122, H2123, H2124, H2131, H2132, H2133, H2134, H2135 [11FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H796, H797 [14JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121, H2122 [11FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121, H2122 [11FE]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2462 [5MR]

——— secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709, H710 [13JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121, H2122 [11FE]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459, H2460, H2461 [5MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H705, H707, H708, H709, H710 [13JA]

Votes: position on missed, H2277• [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122, H2123, H2124, H2131, H2132, H2133, H2134, H2135 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2462 [5MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

ROYAL, LADARA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E141 [17FE]

RUBIO, MARCO see Secretary of State (Marco Rubio)

RUCKER, WES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2686 [25MR]

RUDD, JOSHUA M.

Cloture motions

Dept. of Defense: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Senator Wyden, S688 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Defense: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S675 [25FE], S877 [5MR]

NSA: nomination to be Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S912–S914 [9MR], S949–S951 [10MR]

——— nomination to be Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

——— nomination to be Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent request, S913, S914 [9MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: Committee on Intelligence (Senate, Select), S552 [10FE]

RUDD, KEVIN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S456 [3FE]

RUIZ, RAUL (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bureau of Reclamation: approve settlement of water rights claims of Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians (see H.R. 5935), H949 [20JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H1923 [30JA]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2485 [12MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2551 [17MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2477 [9MR]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1923 [30JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: require tracking codes on labels of tobacco products (see H.R. 6844), H895 [14JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H1173 [21JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1916 [27JA]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2097 [9FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H1922 [30JA]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see H.R. 4792), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: provide coverage of services furnished by freestanding emergency centers (see H.R. 3134), H2225 [13FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2531 [16MR]

Postal Service: modify role and duties of U.S. Postal Service police officers (see H.R. 2095), H1949 [2FE]

Taxation: allow workers above-the-line deduction for union dues and expenses and miscellaneous itemized deduction for unreimbursed expenses incurred in trade or business of being employee (see H.R. 2671), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide investment credit for converting non-residential buildings to affordable housing (see H.R. 2410), H2259 [23FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

Firearms: prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

National Desert Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 138), H252 [8JA]

Taxation: modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (H.R. 7994), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H1976 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

Firearms: prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (H.R. 7965), H2551 [17MR]

National Desert Day: designate (H.J. Res. 138), H253 [8JA]

Taxation: modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (H.R. 7473), H2119 [10FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2018 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2018 [4FE]

RULLI, MICHAEL A. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2677 [24MR]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H1352 [22JA]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2033 [4FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Defense: promote use of Classic Learning Test (CLT) at military service academies and federally-run schools (see H.R. 5968), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of State: require imposition of visa sanctions relative to each foreign person President determines has performed or otherwise facilitated chemical or surgical mutilations of U.S. minors (see H.R. 6876), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2236 [20FE]

EPA: exclude portable fuel container from definition of consumer or commercial product (see H.R. 7000), H615 [9JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2120 [10FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Foreign policy: authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood of Greenland (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see H.R. 1284), H1949 [2FE]

GAO: conduct study on disbursement process for certain small business loans (see H.R. 6600), H2259 [23FE]

Immigration: prohibit aliens from receiving Federal public benefits (see H.R. 6854), H616 [9JA]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H656 [12JA]

——— improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see H.R. 6214), H656 [12JA]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H136 [7JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2236 [20FE]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2259 [23FE]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H894 [14JA]

——— establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— expand advanced manufacturing production credit to include distribution transformers (see H.R. 4128), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide refundable tax credit for non-directed living kidney donations (see H.R. 2687), H656 [12JA]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1950 [2FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Wildfires: make immune from liability any manufacturer of critical infrastructure for claims resulting from wildfire incidents (see H.R. 4194), H1912 [23JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (H.R. 7725), H2333 [26FE]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (H.R. 7846), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H130 [7JA]

Miller, J.T.: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E116• [9FE]

Tributes

Douglas, Robert, E253• [24MR]

RURAL AREAS related term(s) Agriculture; Urban Areas

Amendments

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

——— harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

——— improve access to rural development discretionary grant programs by establishing technical assistance set-aside to support low-capacity rural communities (see H.R. 7579), H2224 [13FE]

——— make temporary zero-percent interest loans under Community Facilities Direct Loan Program to construct or renovate certain rural hospitals (see S. 4141), S1367 [19MR]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide financial assistance to forest product harvesting and hauling businesses impacted by significant market disruption (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study on designation of general surgery shortage areas (see H.R. 7198), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish rural health center innovation awards program and rural health department enhancement program (see S. 4204), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: provide overtime compensation exceptions to employers of emergency medical technicians and paramedics in rural areas (see S. 3963), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7739), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: establish program to fill critical rural workforce shortages through education assistance and loan repayment in exchange for service in designated rural areas (see H.R. 7201), H1349 [22JA]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see S. 3989), S802 [4MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: exempt provision of certain assistance for construction or modification of residential housing on infill sites from National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H918 [15JA]

Technology: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Colorado resident, S241 [15JA]

——— Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

——— Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

Lists

Statements supporting H.R. 131, Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, S240 [15JA]

Wyrulec Co. leadership, S1442 [20MR]

Remarks in House

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H205–H208 [8JA]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit assumption of loans under Doug Bereuter Section 502 Single Family Housing Loan Guarantee Program (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs, H1940 [2FE]

——— reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2423, H2427 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

Driver family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Economy: importance of job creation, H696 [13JA]

——— national objectives priority assignments, H2083 [9FE]

Financial institutions: require appropriate Federal banking agencies to establish phase-in period for de novo financial institutions to comply with Federal capital standards and provide relief for de novo rural community banks, H2090 [9FE]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

Gloucester, VA: tribute to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital inclusion in Chartis Center for Rural Health Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals list, E207 [12MR]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, H2073 [9FE]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Lindsey family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

Pennsylvania Farm Show: tribute, H723 [14JA]

Rural Domestic Energy Council: establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

Wise County, VA: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49 [16JA]

Remarks in Senate

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), S238, S241, S245 [15JA]

——— make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, S107 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under emergency conservation program (S. 629), S1565 [24MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

Housing: reform rural housing programs, S1021 [12MR]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S979 [11MR]

Wyrulec Co.: anniversary, S1442 [20MR]

Reports filed

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, Rural Domestic Energy Council, H1177 [22JA]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

S. 629, Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, S1565 [24MR]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3965, EDA Short Form Application Act, S764 [3MR]

S. Res. 630, honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families, S960 [10MR]

RURAL DEPOSITORIES REVITALIZATION STUDY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6536) (H. Rept. 119–473), H1947 [2FE]

RURAL DOMESTIC ENERGY COUNCIL

Remarks in House

Establish, H1178, H1182 [22JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 375, establish, H1185 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, adopt H. Res. 375, establish, H1177 [22JA]

RURAL HEALTH CARE FACILITIES REVITALIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

RURAL HOMEOWNERSHIP CONTINUITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5728), H144 [8JA]

RURAL HOSPITAL CYBERSECURITY ENHANCEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

RURAL HOUSING REGULATORY RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3970), S762 [3MR]

RURAL VETERANS’ IMPROVED ACCESS TO BENEFITS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

RURAL WATER SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

RUSSIA

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Colleges and universities: prohibit certain foreign governments from acquiring intellectual property rights of research conducted by U.S. universities, faculty, staff, or students (see H.R. 7510), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: impose sanctions on foreign persons dealing in Russian crude oil or petroleum products (see H.R. 7506), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

Georgia (country): prohibit U.S. recognition of claims of sovereignty of South Ossetia or Abkhazia (see H.R. 7630), H2234 [20FE]

Power resources: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H919 [15JA]

Terrorism: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Ukraine: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

——— recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to Russia: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2697 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: develop whole-of-government strategy to disrupt growing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and mitigate risks posed to U.S. (H.R. 5912), H2400 [4MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804–H810 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H1991 [4FE]

Ukraine: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Barr, William P.: characterization of summary letteras Attorney General on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

Power resources: temporary waiver of oil sanctions on Russia and Iran in order to stabilize global markets, S1564 [24MR]

Taxation: deny any foreign tax credit or deduction relative to taxes paid or accrued to Russia (S. 327), S953 [10MR]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S68 [7JA], S1021, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

——— security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

Hindering Oppressive Nations From Obtaining Revenue (HONOR) Act, S953 [10MR]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

RUSTIN, BAYARD

Bills and resolutions

Postal Service: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Postal Service: issue commemorative forever stamp (H.R. 7441), E114 [9FE]

RUTH, CHARLES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2013 [4FE]

RUTHERFORD, JOHN H. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see H. Res. 1134), H2676 [24MR]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Corporate Transparency Act: repeal (see H.R. 425), H2477 [9MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2120 [10FE]

Crime: authorize awards for arrest or conviction of individuals that deliberately target law enforcement officials with acts of violence or intimidation (see H.R. 7114), H919 [15JA]

——— combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H949 [20JA]

——— provide penalties for individuals who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees (see H.R. 3178), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: limit liability of physicians providing certain charity care (see H.R. 6167), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2120 [10FE]

——— amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H135 [7JA]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H1352 [22JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2712 [25MR]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H719 [13JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H719 [13JA]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H719 [13JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H719 [13JA]

——— provide deduction for certain charity care provided by physicians (see H.R. 6167), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide for Residential Emergency Asset-Accumulation Deferred Taxation Yield (READY) accounts (see H.R. 440), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide investment credit for converting non-residential buildings to affordable housing (see H.R. 2410), H2259 [23FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2371 [3MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Weather: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (see H.R. 7452), H2531 [16MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1314 [22JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1314 [22JA]

Justice, Penny: Dept. of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award recipient, E32• [13JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1314 [22JA]

Votes: position on missed, E23•, E25•, E28• [12JA]

Resignations

Committee on Ethics (House), H4 [6JA]

Tributes

Citrano, James P., H666 [13JA]

RX ACCESS, CHOICE, COST EQUITY, AND SUPPLY STABILITY (RX ACCESS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4106), S1090 [17MR]

RYAN, PATRICK (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2259 [23FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: require contractors to provide reasonable access to repair materials, including parts, tools, and information (see H.R. 5155), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2297 [24FE]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H2221 [12FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2370 [3MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H1352 [22JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H1923 [30JA]

SSA: establish trust fund to provide for paid family and medical leave benefits for certain individuals (see H.R. 5390), H2623 [19MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1321 [22JA]

RYE, NY

Remarks in House

MyRye.com (Internet site): anniversary, H723 [14JA]

Rye (NY) Record: tribute, H2586 [18MR]

RYE (NY) RECORD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2586 [18MR]

SABLE OFFSHORE CORP.

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: order to restart oil production at Sable Offshore pipeline in California, H2548 [17MR]

SACRAMENTO, CA

Remarks in House

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services (organzation): anniversary, E240 [19MR]

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District: anniversary, H2205 [12FE]

Uribe, Anthony: Sacramento, CA, Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year award recipient, H1336 [22JA]

SACRAMENTO FOOD BANK & FAMILY SERVICES (ORGANZATION)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E240 [19MR]

SADLEMYER, GARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E75 [27JA]

SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL

Remarks in House

Kemp, Brian: Safari Club International Governor of the Year award recipient, H2586 [18MR]

SAFE ACCESS TO CASH ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3798), S880 [5MR]

SAFE CLOUD STORAGE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT

Bills and resolutions

EPA: reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

SAFE FLIGHTS FOR PASSENGERS AND FLIGHT CREWS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

SAFE INTERSECTIONS FOR BUSES AND PEDESTRIANS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

SAFE PASSAGE TO THE WORLD CUP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

SAFE SHELTERS FOR SURVIVORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

SAFE SKIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

SAFEGUARD AMERICAN VOTER ELIGIBILITY (SAVE AMERICA) ACT

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Enact (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

Cloture motions

Enact (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Letters

Provisions: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Motions

Enact (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Enact (S. 1383), H2138–H2149 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR]

Voting: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, E138 [13FE]

Remarks in Senate

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

Enact (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

Enact (S. 1383): House amendment, S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— House amendment, motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Enact (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

Voting: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1083–S1088 [17MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of S. 1383, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057. consideration of S. 1383, provisions, H2121 [11FE]

S. 1383, provisions, H2138–H2141 [11FE]

SAFEGUARD AMERICAN VOTER ELIGIBILITY (SAVE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

SAFEGUARDING CONSUMERS FROM ADVERTISING MISCONDUCT (SCAM) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

SAFEGUARDING TAXPAYER DOLLARS IN CHILD CARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

SAFEGUARDING WOMEN FROM CHEMICAL ABORTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR]

SAFELY ENSURING LIVES FUTURE DEPLOYMENT AND RESEARCH IN VEHICLE EVOLUTION (SELF DRIVE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

SAFETY

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10, S13, S17 [5JA]

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, H1144 [21JA]

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7188), H1171 [21JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Bureau of Justice Statistics: establish database to collect, aggregate, analyze, and publish comprehensive data on Federal corporate criminal enforcement actions (see S. 4104), S1056 [16MR]

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see S. 3664), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

Capital punishment: authorize for certain sexual abuse offenses against children (see H.R. 7702), H2327 [25FE]

Children and youth: prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (see H.R. 7293), H1921 [30JA]

——— protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

Civil rights: protect civil rights of individuals against unlawful vigilante checkpoints and identity demands (see H.R. 7572), H2224 [13FE]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

——— strengthen protections for child sex trafficking victims testifying against human traffickers (see H.R. 7225), H1350 [22JA]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

——— remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

——— prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

DEA: schedule synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as schedule I controlled substance (see H.R. 8000), H2620 [19MR]

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— establish grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program (see S. 4101), S1056 [16MR] (see H.R. 7938), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA] (see H.R. 6944), H11 [6JA]

——— provide producers with option to confirm absence of prohibited substances through testing (see H.R. 7406), H2041 [5FE]

Dept. of Commerce: ban sale of nitrous oxide consumer products (see H.R. 7945), H2530 [16MR]

——— reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

——— test and certify each automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) out transponder system on Dept. of Defense aircraft operated in U.S. airspace (see H.R. 8072), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: develop standards for fire suppression systems in dormitories and other residential facilities for students on campuses of institutions of higher education that receive Federal education funding (see H.R. 7168), H1171 [21JA]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (see H.R. 7285), H1921 [30JA]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

——— establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

——— reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— revise definition of emergency response provider to include utility line technicians (see H.R. 7996), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2030 [4FE]

——— require annual reports on key details of troubled public housing, including compliance with law, physical and financial state of such housing, and recommendations to restore these facilities (see H.R. 7108), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of HUD and GAO: conduct study on public housing inspections and number of inspectors needed to ensure that all inspections are completed annually (see H.R. 7700), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

——— make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide direct hire authority to appoint qualified candidates to DEA positions in locations deemed necessary to support DEA mission (see H.R. 7413), H2094 [9FE]

——— provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

——— upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Transportation: combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

——— direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

——— revise Federal motor vehicle safety standards to establish maximum allowable brightness standard for low beam headlamps on motor vehicles (see H.R. 7772), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

——— authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

——— ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

——— establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

——— issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (see H.R. 7240), H1914 [27JA]

——— submit action plan to Congress for advancing deployment of Airborne Collision Avoidance System-X (see H.R. 7239), H1914 [27JA]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish board to review certain designations that substance used in food is generally recognized as safe relative to intended use of such substance (see H.R. 7291), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish new prohibited acts relative to dietary supplements (see S. 3797), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7407), H2041 [5FE]

——— establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— expand certain authorities relative to recall of controlled substances to apply to all drugs (see H.R. 7980), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

——— require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements (see S. 3677), S257 [15JA]

——— specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

——— specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see S. 3794), S509 [5FE]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

——— report to Congress on rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures (see H.R. 7011), H655 [12JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

——— issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

GAO: identify how many residential dwelling units, and how many dwelling units in public housing, are located within certain distance of superfund site (see H.R. 7595), H2228 [17FE]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Herbicides: prohibit use of Federal funds to implement Executive order entitled ‘‘Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides’’ (see H.R. 7601), H2233 [20FE]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (see S. 3765), S470 [3FE]

Immigration: improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Information technology: require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

——— require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

——— provide that Federal law enforcement officers may only use deadly force when necessary to prevent imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury (see H.R. 7439), H2095 [9FE]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

Motor vehicles: ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features (see H.R. 7372), H2030 [4FE]

——— improve incident reporting relative to certain autonomous vehicles (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

——— inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

National Cleaning Week: designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

——— require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

——— require each new motor vehicle to be equipped with manual door release allowing timely exit regardless of failure of any electrical system (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

——— require that all new covered motorcoaches have minimally obstructed forward-facing view from driver’s seat (see H.R. 7263), H1915 [27JA]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Senior citizens: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Toxic Substances Control Act: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Women: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Cost Estimates

Medal of Sacrifice Act (H.R. 3497): CBO, H1927 [2FE]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (H.R. 5747), H1946 [2FE], H1985, H1987 [4FE], H2321 [25FE]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Crime: make coercion of children to commit harm criminal offense (H.R. 6732), H632–H634 [12JA]

——— prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: make grants to local governments for training of local law enforcement officers on public health threats arising from violations of building codes (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1953, H1956, H1965 [3FE]

——— oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plan to establish facility in Chester, NY, H1130 [21JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take into custody certain aliens who have been charged with crime that resulted in death or serious injury of another person, H2173 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

——— prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Dickson City, PA: tribute to first responders for response to fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City, H2085 [9FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

——— make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2248–H2257 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

Hernando County, FL: tribute to Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit and Downtown Detail, E254 [24MR]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1925–H1927 [2FE]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, H2488 [16MR]

Kentucky: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

Los Angeles, CA: Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE) program funding, H2103 [10FE]

Muslim Americans: condemn rise of Islamophobia, H1979 [4FE]

NASA: utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H142, H227 [8JA], H1158 [21JA]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month: observance, H666 [13JA]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: tribute to employees, H2014 [4FE]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

North Carolina: public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, H1337, H1338 [22JA], H1954, H1956 [3FE]

——— impeachment (H. Res. 939), H913–H915 [15JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

U.S. Fire Administration: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide for sexual health education of young people, including promotion of healthy relationships and prevention of unintended pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and dating violence (S. 1910), S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), S665 [25FE]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Immigration: enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (S. 3584), S149 [13JA]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, S306 [28JA]

Kansas City, KS: tribute to Kansas City Police Dept., Narcotics Unit and Task Force officers, S88 [7JA]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

Missouri on a Mission (organization): tribute, S468 [3FE]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, S141 [13JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S10–S16 [5JA]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

New Orleans, LA: condemn hostile actions targeting law enforcement officers during recent Mardi Gras parade, S565 [11FE]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA], S198 [14JA], S304–S306 [28JA], S449 [3FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

Reports filed

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Medal of Sacrifice Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 3497) (H. Rept. 119–466), H1914 [27JA]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2250) (H. Rept. 119–431), H251 [8JA]

Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation’s Energy To Assure (PIPELINE) Safety Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2975) (S. Rept. 119–102), S577 [11FE]

Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 272), S343 [28JA]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Summaries

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 390, Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act, H2241 [23FE]

H.R. 3497, Medal of Sacrifice Act, H1925 [2FE]

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6460, Recreational Drone Empowerment Act, H2659 [24MR]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6732, Coercion and Sexual Abuse Free Environment (CSAFE) Act, H632 [12JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 1626, National Landslide Preparedness Act reauthorization, S13–S16 [5JA]

S. 2503, Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act, H2248–H2253 [23FE]

S. 3677, Dietary Supplement Listing Act, S259 [15JA]

S. 3797, Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Products Act, S512 [5FE]

S. 4104, Corporate Crime Database Act, S1057 [16MR]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 586, National Stalking Awareness Month, S293 [27JA]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 630, honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families, S960 [10MR]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

SAFETY IN SHARED SKIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8072), H2710 [25MR]

SAFETY TRAINING FOR OFFICERS ON PUBLIC (STOP) HEALTH THREATS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3099), H1985 [4FE]

SAHUARITA, AZ

Remarks in House

Sahuarita High School: tribute to boys’ wrestling team, H2378 [4MR]

SAIGON BROADCASTING TELEVISION NETWORK

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E170 [26FE]

ST. LOUIS, MO

Bills and resolutions

Chuck Stone Post Office: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

SAKA NAKODAR DAY

Remarks in House

Observance, E260 [24MR]

SALAZAR, ALAN

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S239 [15JA]

SALAZAR, IMELDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E129 [11FE]

SALAZAR, MARIA ELVIRA (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Ali, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 485), H719 [13JA]

Animals: provide for humane treatment of dogs (see H.R. 2253), H2711 [25MR]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H1172 [21JA]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Energy: require to certify that export of natural gas to covered nation is in public interest (see H.R. 7061), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H1923 [30JA]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: prohibit oil and natural gas exploration, development, and production in certain areas off coast of Florida (see H.R. 2673), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand eligibility for presumption of service connection for diseases associated with herbicide exposure for certain veterans who served in Guam (see H.R. 2149), H719 [13JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2550 [17MR]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H136 [7JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2259 [23FE]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: create Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment rule and create exception for discounted transportation for patients to receive radiation therapy services (see H.R. 2120), H1949 [2FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination (see H.R. 3501), H135 [7JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2370 [3MR]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H2330 [25FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H1912 [23JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2259 [23FE]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H1949 [2FE]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see H.R. 1744), H2235 [20FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (see H.R. 7777), H2369 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Defense Production Act: ensure supply of certain medical articles essential to national defense (H.R. 7777), H2370 [3MR]

SALAZAR, RAY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1130 [21JA], H1182 [22JA]

SALEM, VA

Remarks in House

Glenvar High School: tribute to boys’ cross country team, H2099 [10FE]

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

SALINAS, ANDREA (a Representative from Oregon)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Arctic Ocean: prohibit drilling (see H.R. 2848), H2531 [16MR]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H2370 [3MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2221 [12FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H2033 [4FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2371 [3MR]

——— amend Rural Innovation Stronger Economy Grant Program (see H.R. 291), H1976 [3FE]

——— expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program (see H.R. 290), H2032 [4FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: award grants for educational programs on history of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander peoples in America, development of discriminatory laws targeting them, and their contributions to U.S. (see H.R. 3551), H2032 [4FE]

——— eliminate tuition at public colleges and universities, increase Pell Grant amounts, establish inclusive student success grants, and invest in low-income students and minority-serving institutions (see H.R. 3543), H1923 [30JA]

——— ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (see H.R. 3267), H2032 [4FE]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy: coordinate technical assistance program to work with State and local governments, and private industry, to reduce methane emissions and protect public safety (see H.R. 752), H2330 [25FE]

——— reestablish office relating to fusion (see H.R. 6709), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for providing services to individuals experiencing gambling addiction (see H.R. 7875), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: permanently prohibit offshore drilling on Outer Continental Shelf in Atlantic Ocean and Straits of Florida (see H.R. 2881), H2551 [17MR]

——— permanently prohibit oil and gas leasing activities on Outer Continental Shelf in Pacific Ocean (see H.R. 2849), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2032 [4FE]

Education: repeal cost-sharing requirements for certain science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs (see H.R. 6366), H719 [13JA]

Electric power: develop weather tools for electricity system planning and operational modeling and expand research on extreme weather event scenarios for energy utility companies and regulators (see H.R. 4338), H2236 [20FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: issue regulations to phase out use of bleed air systems in certain aircraft (see H.R. 4994), H2370 [3MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for national research program to examine nature, causes, consequences, and prevention of violence and unintended injury and death relative to gun ownership, use, and trafficking (see H.R. 5622), H2551 [17MR]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H657 [12JA]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Immigration: reform H–2A program for nonimmigrant agricultural workers to earn legal status and provide employer flexibility, and establish mandatory E-verify program for employment eligibility (see H.R. 3227), H2711 [25MR]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H719 [13JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H253 [8JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H656 [12JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2097 [9FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1916 [27JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1352 [22JA]

Oceans: establish Ocean Innovation Clusters to strengthen U.S. coastal communities and ocean economy through technological research and development, job training, and cross-sector partnerships (see H.R. 3048), H2333 [26FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2677 [24MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 321), H2336 [2MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H1352 [22JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (H.R. 7514), H2187 [11FE]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (H.R. 7474), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (H.R. 7297), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: attempt by elected officials to access U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, H909 [15JA]

——— condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations resulting in detention of children, H2206 [12FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2158 [11FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H909 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2158 [11FE]

SALMON, ANDREW

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

SALMONSEN, DAVID J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E263 [25MR]

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

Remarks in House

Salt Lake Temple: tribute to renovation, H2265 [24FE]

Reports filed

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

SAMITT, JADA

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

SAMOA, INDEPENDENT STATE OF

Reports filed

Nomination of Jared Novelly To Be Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

SAMPLE, STEVEN J.

Letters

Revolution Wind project impact assessment, H2489 [16MR]

SAN ANTONIO, TX

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

SAN DIEGO (CA) UNION-TRIBUNE

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, H1144 [21JA]

SAN DIMAS, CA

Remarks in House

Paradise Gym (business): tribute to fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA

Remarks in House

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo: anniversary, E111 [5FE]

SAN MARINO, CA

Proclamations

San Marino, CA, City Club Anniversary: Representative Chu, E113 [9FE]

SAN MATEO, CA

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Transportation: convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (see H.R. 7440), H2095 [9FE]

Remarks in House

College of San Mateo: tribute to football team, H1993 [4FE]

SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA

Remarks in Senate

Golden Gate National Recreation Area: adjust boundaries to include Scarper Ridge property (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 1142, Scarper Ridge Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Adjustment Act, S1605 [25MR]

SAN NICOLAS, IRENIO B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E260 [24MR]

SANAE, TAKAICHI (Prime Minister, Japan)

Bills and resolutions

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

SÁNCHEZ, LINDA T. (a Representative from California)

Appointments

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: increase enforcement of Animal Welfare Act violations (see H.R. 349), H2370 [3MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Credit unions: exclude extensions of credit made to veterans from definition of member business loan (see H.R. 507), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1950 [2FE]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2473 [5MR]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2236 [20FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H949 [20JA]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2421 [4MR]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1352 [22JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H253 [8JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— provide rules for automatic contribution retirement plans and arrangements (see H.R. 6722), H253 [8JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2628 [20MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Taxation: provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (H.R. 7805), H2421 [4MR]

Medicare: ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (H.R. 7966), H2551 [17MR]

National School Counseling Week: designate (H.J. Res. 148), H1949 [2FE]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (H.R. 7557), H2220 [12FE]

Taxation: provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (H.R. 8023), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H222 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H2114 [10FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2114 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H222 [8JA]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2157 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2157 [11FE]

SANCTIONING HARBORERS AND DODGERS OF WESTERN (SHADOW FLEET) SANCTIONS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

SANCTIONING RUSSIA ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

SANDERS, BERNARD (a Senator from Vermont)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1213, S1214 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S139 [12JA], S175 [13JA], S221 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S392 [29JA], S414, S422 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Business and industry: promote transparency and accountability in covered digital labor platform work (see S. 2488), S553 [10FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish direct care registered nurse-to-patient staffing ratio requirements in hospitals (see S. 1709), S16 [5JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see S. 3892), S1092 [17MR]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1048 [12MR]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S535 [9FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Unemployment: provide that individuals engaged in labor disputes may receive unemployment benefits (see S. 2731), S534 [9FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR]

Essays

State of the Union: Ada Allen, S757• [3MR]

——— Alice Buhendwa, S758• [3MR]

——— Amelia Hill, S759• [3MR]

——— Andrew Walsh, S761• [3MR]

——— Hana Heidebrecht, S759• [3MR]

——— Jumana Nsour, S760• [3MR]

——— Kai Pincus, S760• [3MR]

——— Liam Dickerson, S758• [3MR]

——— Matthew Mallory, S760• [3MR]

——— Max Clegg, S757• [3MR]

——— Piper Buczkowski, S758• [3MR]

——— Quinn Sheldon, S760• [3MR]

——— Quinten Drugach, S758• [3MR]

——— Saralynn Anderson, S756 [3MR]

——— Sophie Hehir, S759• [3MR]

Remarks

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, S673 [25FE], S1317 [19MR], S1584–S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S329 [28JA], S411 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1316 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S415 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S329 [28JA]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S331 [28JA]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S329 [28JA], S411 [30JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S329 [28JA]

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758• [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757• [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756• [3MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1316 [19MR]

SANDERS, HORACE, JR., AND KATRINA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H108 [7JA]

SANDERS, MOLLY

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S52 [6JA]

SANDERS, SCOTT

Remarks in House

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

SANDERSON, JAKE

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Montana participants, S678 [25FE]

SANDERS-WISE, BRENDA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E15 [8JA]

SANDUSKY, OH

Remarks in House

Perkins High School: tribute to robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

SANFILIPPO, ACCURSIO (GUS)

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

SANTA ANA, CA

Remarks in House

Santa Ana High School: tribute to girls’ wrestling team, H2300 [25FE]

Second Baptist Church of Santa Ana: anniversary, H2265 [24FE]

Segerstrom High School: tribute to girls’ soccer team, H2553 [18MR]

SANTA CLARA, CA

Remarks in House

Martinez Ocasio, Benito A. (Bad Bunny): tribute to Super Bowl halftime show performace, H2102 [10FE]

SANTA CLARITA, CA

Remarks in House

Santa Clarita Lady Flyers: honor members of Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team who died in car crash and express condolences to families, H2190 [12FE]

SANTANA, MARY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2681 [25MR]

SANTONI, FÉLIX A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E149 [20FE]

SAPERSTEIN, MARC

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

SARCHETT, RYDER

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

SARR, FATOU-SEYDI

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2269 [24FE]

SASSE, BEN (a former Senator from Nebraska)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H665 [13JA]

SATTERLEE, DANIEL

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

SAUDI ARABIA, KINGDOM OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE]

SAVANNAH, GA

Remarks in House

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Gallery 209 (art gallery): anniversary, H664 [13JA]

Savannah Christmas Market: inclusion in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

Seiler, Swann: United Way Woman of the Year award recipient, H664 [13JA]

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

SAVANNAH COUNTY, GA

Remarks in House

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

SAVE FOR SUCCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

SAVE LOCAL BUSINESS ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 4366): consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 4366): consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Letters

Provisions: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4366): consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, provisions, H670 [13JA]

SAVE MEDICARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

SAVE OUR SEQUOIAS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Letters

Provisions: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2709), H2503–H2509, H2514 [16MR], H2615 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4103), S1056 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H.R. 2709, provisions, H2503–H2507 [16MR]

SAVE OUR SHRIMPERS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 2071) (H. Rept. 119–571), H2709 [25MR]

SAVE THE DUNES (organization)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2668 [24MR], E178 [3MR]

SAVING HOMEOWNERS FROM OVERREGULATION WITH EXCEPTIONAL RINSING (SHOWER) ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 4593): consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 4593): consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, provisions, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 4593, provisions, H127 [7JA]

SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATIONS see Financial Institutions

SAVINGS AND EARLY EXPOSURE TO DIVERSIFIED SECURITIES (SEEDS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

SAVINGS BONDS see Securities

SAVINO, ARIANA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2606 [19MR]

SAVINO, ARIANA G.

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2606 [19MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

Tribute, H2536 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

SAXMAN, AK

Remarks in Senate

Native Americans: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

SAY NO TO INDOCTRINATION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

SAY NO TO WARRANTLESS SEARCHES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7939), H2529 [16MR]

SCALISE, JESSICA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E238 [19MR]

SCALISE, STEVE (a Representative from Louisiana)

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2145 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2145 [11FE]

SCANLON, MARY GAY (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H949 [20JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies (see H.R. 7419), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— restrict from arresting or detaining individuals in connection with appearances before immigration courts of Executive Office for Immigration Review (see H.R. 6521), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2033 [4FE]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2370 [3MR]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2334 [26FE]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H1923 [30JA]

——— improve implementation of seizure of Russian sovereign assets for benefit of Ukraine (see H.R. 5835), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of the Interior: restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA (see H.R. 7763), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2676 [24MR]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2474 [5MR]

——— provide that civilian service as temporary employee after certain date may be creditable service under Federal Employees Retirement System (see H.R. 1522), H2677 [24MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2120 [10FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2421 [4MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2477 [9MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H136 [7JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H1977 [3FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H2259 [23FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H949 [20JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H925 [16JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: modify procedures for closure or consolidation of any post office or processing and distribution center (see H.R. 2103), H2677 [24MR]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H2677 [24MR]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2330 [25FE]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2259 [23FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (H.R. 7920), H2484 [12MR]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

FBI: restrict funding for headquarters until GSA submits architectural and engineering plan for review, H731 [14JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H729, H731, H732 [14JA]

Heroism: establish medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in line of duty (H.R. 3497), H1926, H1927 [2FE]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (H.R. 1269), H1926 [2FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H730, H731 [14JA]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1928 [2FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H730, H731 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration, H729 [14JA]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2023 [4FE]

Tributes

Liebengood, Howard, H1927 [2FE]

Moylan, Stephen, E58• [20JA]

Sicknick, Brian, H1927 [2FE]

SCARPER RIDGE GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1142), S1605 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 1142, provisions, S1605 [25MR]

SCARSDALE, NY

Remarks in House

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

Scarsdale Forum Inc.: tribute, H1129 [21JA]

Scarsdale10583 (Internet site): anniversary, H1981 [4FE]

SCARSDALE FORUM INC.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1129 [21JA]

SCARSDALE10583 (Internet site)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1981 [4FE]

SCHAKOWSKY, JANICE D. (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2371 [3MR]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2370 [3MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: reauthorize grants to address dental workforce needs (see H.R. 2001), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2098 [9FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to provide notice in case of transfer of immigration detainee to new facility (see H.R. 5073), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H719 [13JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2370 [3MR]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2235 [20FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H2330 [25FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2330 [25FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H1923 [30JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2259 [23FE]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H1977 [3FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1922 [30JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1916 [27JA]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2477 [9MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2477 [9MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Ukraine: provide for adjustment of status of nationals of Ukraine (see H.R. 3104), H2333 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H1950 [2FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to those who served in U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps (see H.R. 4901), H894 [14JA]

YMCA: anniversary (see H. Res. 1074), H2474 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (H.R. 7023), H656 [12JA]

Remarks

Skokie, IL: anniversary of Hub’s Restaurant (business), E171• [2MR]

Tributes

Angell, Kathryn, E129• [11FE]

Noorani, Sadruddin, E103• [4FE]

SCHALLICH, JACK

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

SCHANNE, ELIZABETH

Remarks in House

Tribute, E76 [27JA]

SCHATZ, BRIAN (a Senator from Hawaii)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S615 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S837, S848, S849, S850 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for event to celebrate birthday of King Kamehameha I (see S. Con. Res. 29), S1545 [23MR]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S611 [12FE]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S535 [9FE]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see S. 3851), S883 [5MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S81 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S724 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S984, S985 [11MR], S1320 [19MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1327 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1326, S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— require immigration enforcement officers to show visible identification, prohibit from wearing masks, and adopt stricter use-of-force policies, S1326 [19MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S984, S985 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S321 [28JA], S984, S985 [11MR], S1326, S1328 [19MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S977 [11MR]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S562 [11FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S412 [30JA], S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S321 [28JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

Hegseth, Sec. of Defense: assessment of tenure, S976 [11MR]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, S412 [30JA]

Senate: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1508 [22MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S321 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S562 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S81 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S321 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S724 [2MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1319 [19MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S81 [7JA]

SCHECHINGER, TINA AND JEREMY

Remarks in Senate

Harlan, IA: tribute to Sunset Scoops (business), S798 [4MR]

SCHEMMEL, ALEC

Articles and editorials

Biden Clemency for Convicted Fraudsters Met With Outrage—‘Slap in the Face’, H2571 [18MR]

SCHIFF, ADAM B. (a Senator from California)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S845 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1277, S1279 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S165 [13JA], S221 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S354 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE] (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see S. 3187), S258 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S763 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S130 [12JA]

——— eliminate tuition at public colleges and universities, increase Pell Grant amounts, establish inclusive student success grants, and invest in low-income students and minority-serving institutions (see S. 1832), S682 [25FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S1011 [11MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see S. 494), S731 [2MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S652 [24FE]

——— provide grants to communities for evidence-based gun violence intervention and prevention programs (see S. 2203), S17 [5JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Labor: issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1444 [20MR]

Dept. of the Interior: take certain land in California into trust for benefit of Pechanga Band of Indians (see S. 4053), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of Transportation: authorize urbanized area formula grants for service improvement and safety and security enhancement (see S. 3455), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S1092 [17MR]

——— carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

——— improve provision of health care (see S. 3466), S652 [24FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S1010 [11MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Federal Highway Administration: reauthorize and improve wildlife crossings program (see S. 3556), S1545 [23MR]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4075), S1046 [12MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see S. 3695), S290 [27JA]

Freedom of religion: recognize religious freedom as fundamental right, support international religious freedom as cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy, and express concern over threats to and attacks on religious freedom (see S. Res. 52), S883 [5MR]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S763 [3MR]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

GSA: provide for temporary adjustment to prospectus thresholds for certain projects (see S. 3789), S733 [2MR]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see S. 864), S882 [5MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see S. Res. 525), S346 [28JA]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S733 [2MR]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S708 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1048 [12MR]

Labeling: establish requirements for quality and discard dates voluntarily declared on food labels (see S. 2541), S1092 [17MR]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: apply improved prompt payment requirements to Medicare Advantage organizations (see S. 2879), S1206 [18MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S683 [25FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR]

Securities: postpone date of payment or satisfaction upon redemption of certain securities in cases of financial exploitation of specified adults (see S. 2840), S345 [28JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1581 [24MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see S. 4021), S881 [5MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1092 [17MR]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see S. 997), S1443 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 117), S882 [5MR]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Application of Regulation Z’s Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-In-Interest’’ (see S.J. Res. 146), S1615 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: recover certain payments made to President Trump (see S. 4094), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see S. Res. 577), S115 [8JA]

——— prohibit solicitation by institutional investors after major disaster (see S. 3961), S731 [2MR]

EPA: conduct study, and publish guidance on, calculating and reporting scope 3 emissions (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S725 [2MR], S792 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1572 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1186 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S97 [8JA], S215 [14JA]

California: anniversary of Los Angeles area wildfires, S1032 [12MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S28 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1032 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S326 [28JA], S1032 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1146 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S326 [28JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S1147 [17MR]

EPA: repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S639 [24FE]

FEMA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), S1032 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4075), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S326 [28JA]

Stockton, CA: anniversary of Stockton Symphony, S550• [10FE], S645• [24FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S326 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S638, S639 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S326 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S725 [2MR], S792 [4MR], S1146 [17MR], S1186 [18MR], S1572 [24MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S97 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1146 [17MR]

Tributes

Marzan, Robert M., S1572 [24MR]

SCHLAFF, ROBI

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1982 [4FE]

SCHLOSS, EVA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E21 [9JA]

Statements

Tribute to Eva Schloss: Doyle Stevick, E21 [9JA]

SCHMIDT, DEREK (a Representative from Kansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

ATF: establish statutory deadlines to process firearm license and permit applications (see H.R. 5672), H949 [20JA]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend certain regulations to clarify that livestock auction owners may have interest in small meat packing businesses (see H.R. 1648), H2330 [25FE]

——— improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Commerce: establish Capacity Building for Business Districts Pilot Program (see H.R. 3585), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: modify commercial motor vehicle operator testing requirements to mandate English language proficiency (see H.R. 6233), H2033 [4FE]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

Farm Credit Administration: affirm as sole and independent regulator of Farm Credit System (see H.R. 1063), H2333 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (see H.R. 2075), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2120 [10FE]

——— repeal ten existing regulations before issuing new regulation (see H.R. 710), H2530 [16MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2531 [16MR]

Foreign countries: condemn persecution of Christians in Muslim-majority countries and encourage President to prioritize protection of persecuted Christians in U.S. foreign policy (see H. Res. 594), H1950 [2FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see H.R. 6719), H616 [9JA]

GAO: conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (see H.R. 6267), H2120 [10FE]

House Rules: require certain number of cosponsors for resolutions to be offered as questions of privilege in House (see H. Res. 1034), H1976 [3FE]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H2551 [17MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2712 [25MR]

——— require health insurance providers to cover oral cancer drugs on terms no less favorable than for cancer medications administered by health care provider (see H.R. 4101), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting payment changes (see H.R. 879), H2333 [26FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Route 66 National Historic Trail: designate (see H.R. 5470), H2677 [24MR]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2188 [11FE]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2531 [16MR]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2188 [11FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— increase limitation on qualified first-time homebuyers distributions (see H.R. 3526), H2188 [11FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

——— reinstate special rate calculation of clean fuel production credit relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see H.R. 6518), H2188 [11FE]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H2120 [10FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H2474 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (H.R. 7664), H2297 [24FE]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (H.R. 8065), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H625, H626 [12JA]

Iola, KS: Iola High School 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

SCHMIT, LORAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E78 [27JA]

SCHMITT, ERIC (a Senator from Missouri)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S903 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1125 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S349 [28JA], S412 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S162 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see S. 4089), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S708 [26FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S471 [3FE]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S490 [4FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S803 [4MR]

Missouri: honor lives of fallen Missouri police officers and express condolences to their families (see S. Res. 630), S958 [10MR]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S442 [2FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S490 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: reauthorize Agricultural and Food Policy Research Centers (see S. 4072), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Education: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA]

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (S. Res. 611), S616 [12FE]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Congress: joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), S616 [12FE]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329 [19MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S1573 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: increase criminal penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding officer or employee of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (S. 2269), S403 [30JA]

——— making appropriations, S984 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S604 [12FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1030, S1031 [12MR], S1181 [18MR], S1329 [19MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403, S406, S407 [30JA]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S984 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S315, S316 [28JA], S402 [30JA], S604 [12FE], S984 [11MR], S1030, S1031 [12MR], S1181 [18MR], S1329 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1072 [17MR], S1181 [18MR], S1329 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S412 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S315 [28JA], S402, S406, S407 [30JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1030 [12MR]

Immigration: enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

Lilly, Kevin: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of the Interior for Fish, Wildlife and Parks, S616 [12FE]

Missouri on a Mission (organization): tribute, S468• [3FE]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, S412 [30JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

Presidential appointments: nominations considered and confirmed en bloc, S606 [12FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (S. Res. 610), S616 [12FE]

Senate: authority of officials during adjournment, S616 [12FE]

——— legislative program, S495 [4FE], S616 [12FE], S1074 [17MR]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S315, S316 [28JA], S493–S495 [4FE], S604 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S315, S316 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1072 [17MR], S1181 [18MR], S1329 [19MR]

Tributes

Chatman, Deanna, S1364• [19MR]

Curtis, Darci, S1364• [19MR]

Gorman, Sheridan, S1573 [24MR]

Hargis, Alverta G. Harvey, S1364• [19MR]

Hood, Christopher, S468• [3FE]

Jordan, Kurt, S1364• [19MR]

Kennedy, Aniston, S1365• [19MR]

Marshall, Robert T., S467• [3FE]

Martin, Ted, S468• [3FE]

McMillan, Jada, S1365• [19MR]

Rankin, Mike, S1365 [19MR]

Turner, Harriet, S468• [3FE]

SCHNECK, PHYLLIS

Bills and resolutions

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

SCHNEIDER, BRADLEY SCOTT (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: provide penalties for individuals who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees (see H.R. 3178), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2097 [9FE]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H1922 [30JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see H.R. 5469), H2097 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2188 [11FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H2221 [12FE]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (see H.R. 846), H656 [12JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2188 [11FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H949 [20JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H718 [13JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2628 [20MR]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2677 [24MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Medicare: clarify congressional intent and preserve patient access to home infusion therapy (see H.R. 2172), H2119 [10FE]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2259 [23FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H921 [15JA]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see H. Res. 564), H2236 [20FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2188 [11FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

IRS: require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (H.R. 7585), H2225 [13FE]

IRS: require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (H.R. 6956), H135 [7JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H593 [9JA]

Remarks

Australia: express condolences to victims of mass shooting at Bondi Beach, H593 [9JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H224 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H224 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1142 [21JA]

Tributes

al-Ahmed, Ahmed, H593 [9JA], E42• [14JA]

Ulman, Yehoram, H593 [9JA], E42• [14JA]

SCHNEIDER, CARL AND NANCY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2044 [9FE]

SCHOENFELD, JILIAN

Remarks in House

Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit: tribute to participation, H105 [7JA]

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR OPPORTUNITY AND RESULTS (SOAR) ACT

Bills and resolutions

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

SCHOLTEN, HILLARY J. (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Carter, Jimmy: tribute (see H. Res. 30), H2371 [3MR]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2221 [12FE]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H2333 [26FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— support elementary and secondary schools and condemn any actions that would defund public education or weaken or dismantle Dept. (see H. Res. 94), H2334 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish pilot program for provision of competitive grants to improve availability of accessible microtransit services to individuals with disabilities or mobility impairments (see H.R. 5922), H2259 [23FE]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2623 [19MR]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H2531 [16MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide victims of gun violence access to same civil remedies available to those injured through other means and ensure gun industry is not shielded from liability when negligent (see H.R. 3740), H2551 [17MR]

FTC: conduct study on certain concession pricing practices (see H.R. 6859), H657 [12JA]

Immigration: base numerical limitations for H–2B nonimmigrants on economic need (see H.R. 7682), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see H.R. 2729), H2421 [4MR]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see H.R. 2992), H1949 [2FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1977 [3FE]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1916 [27JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: rescind increased appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement and reverse reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (see H.R. 7975), H2712 [25MR]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2551 [17MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public Schools Week: designate (see H. Res. 159), H2371 [3MR]

SBA: enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2120 [10FE]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Taxation: modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Violence Against Women Act: define intimate partner to include someone with whom there is or was dating relationship (see H.R. 4166), H2531 [16MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: report on certain contracts and awards to small business concerns (see H.R. 7076), H893 [14JA]

Employment: require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

EPA: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

FAA: update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (H.R. 7002), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (H.R. 7665), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: report on certain contracts and awards to small business concerns (H.R. 7076), H894 [14JA]

Employment: require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (H.R. 7077), H894 [14JA]

EPA: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (H.R. 7376), H2032 [4FE]

FAA: update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2174 [11FE]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

Votes: position on missed, H940• [20JA], H2083• [9FE], H2666• [24MR], E31• [13JA]

SCHOMMER, PAUL

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H1993 [4FE]

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

SCHOOLS related term(s) Education

Amendments

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Articles and editorials

Witnesses Say Agents Arrest Minneapolis School Staff, Tear Gas Students; DHS Claims No Tear Gas Was Used, H2694 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Commission on American Civics Renewal: establish (see S. 4057), S1009 [11MR]

Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate): establish annual academic civics competition for secondary school students (see S. Res. 639), S1010 [11MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see S. 3669), S257 [15JA]

——— exclude certain military housing allowances from calculation of household income for eligibility under National School Lunch Program (see H.R. 7259), H1914 [27JA]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— provide additional reimbursement to schools with breakfast after the bell program (see H.R. 7999), H2620 [19MR]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— carry out grant program to support signing and retention bonuses for teachers in rural schools (see H.R. 7202), H1349 [22JA]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— establish grant program to provide schools with opioid overdose reversal drugs and direct schools receiving Federal funds to report to certain Federal information systems any distribution of such drug (see H.R. 7994), H2620 [19MR]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— incentivize hands-on, nonpartisan civic learning and permanently authorize American History and Civics Academies (see S. 4054), S1009 [11MR]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

——— prohibit funding to public elementary and secondary schools that provide counseling, therapy, or guidance relative to gender identity to students (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H918 [15JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7092), H918 [15JA]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of HUD: report to Congress relative to exempting any downpayment requirement for mortgage insurance offered by FHA for first-time homebuyers who are first responders or school teachers (see H.R. 7755), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (see S. 3747), S377 [29JA]

——— support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

Information technology: require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR] (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE] (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

SBA: encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (see H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Ada Allen, S757 [3MR]

Lists

Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipients for Puerto Rico, E158 [24FE]

Proclamations

Tribute to Niceville, FL, Holy Family Catholic Academy: Representative Patronis, E85 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Archbishop Hoban High School girls’ basketball team, H2608 [19MR]

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Bedford, TX: tribute to Bedford Heights School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219 [16MR]

Blythewood, SC: tribute to Blythewood High School girls’ basketball team, E208 [12MR]

——— tribute to Westwood High School boys’ basketball team, E212 [12MR]

Boca Raton, FL: tribute to Rotary Club of Boca Raton Teacher of the Year award recipients, E247 [20MR]

Carrollton, TX: tribute to Good Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Children and youth: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

Claysburg, PA: tribute to Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School FIRST LEGO League Team, H2344 [3MR]

Clearfield County, PA: opening of student-run cafe at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, H928 [20JA]

Columbia, SC: tribute to Ridge View High School boys’ basketball team, E209 [12MR]

Coppell, TX: tribute to Coppell High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207 [12MR]

Dallas, TX: tribute to H. Grady Spruce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Harry C. Withers Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Moss Haven Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220 [16MR]

——— tribute to RISD Academy participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218 [16MR]

——— tribute to South Oak Cliff High School football team, H230 [8JA], E116 [9FE]

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224 [17MR]

Day-Scanlon, Kimberly: Okaloosa County, FL, Teacher of the Year award recipient, E50 [16JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

Dept. of Education: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

——— disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

——— exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

——— Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H698–H705 [13JA]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: condemn U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting parents and students near schools, H105 [7JA]

DeSoto, TX: tribute to DeSoto High School football team, H230 [8JA], E113 [9FE]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364–H2366 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Euless, TX: tribute to Arbor Creek Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215 [16MR]

Farmers Branch, TX: tribute to Early College School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Fort Worth, TX: tribute to All Saints’ Episcopal School football team, E165 [25FE]

——— tribute to Trinity Valley School girls’ soccer team, E163 [25FE]

Gastonia, NC: tribute to Hunter Huss High School boys’ basketball team, H2488 [16MR]

Glencoe, MN: Glencoe-Silver Lake FFA chapter recipient of National FFA Organization Model of Excellence Award, H2262 [24FE]

Goldsboro, NC: tribute to Goldsboro High School girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Grapevine, TX: tribute Grapevine Faith Christian School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Hanford, CA: tribute to Sierra Pacific High School girls’ basketball team, H2560 [18MR]

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Huntingdon, PA: Huntingdon Area School District designation as Pennsylvania School Boards Association Great Pennsylvania School, H617 [12JA]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

Iola, KS: Iola High School 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

Keller, TX: tribute to Central High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Kinston, NC: tribute to Kinston High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

La Puente, CA: Rorimer Elementary School recipient of California Association for Bilingual Education Seal of Excellence award, H1983 [4FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31 [13JA]

Magnolia, TX: tribute to Magnolia Junior High School boys’ basketball team, H2045 [9FE]

Melbourne, FL: tribute to Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy boys’ soccer team, H2588 [18MR]

Mendoza, Lucas J.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

Mill Hall, PA: tribute to Central Mountain Middle School and Central Mountain High School twirlers, H727 [14JA]

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133 [12FE]

Morenci, AZ: tribute to Morenci High School boys’ wrestling team, H2377 [4MR]

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

New Rochelle Bar Association: tribute to Lawyers in the Classroom program, H2377 [4MR]

Newark, NJ: tribute to Arts High School girls’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

——— tribute to Malcolm X Shabazz High School boys’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

North Augusta, SC: tribute to North Augusta High School boys’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

——— tribute to North Augusta High School girls’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

North Richland Hills, TX: tribute to St. John the Apostle Catholic School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Orosz, Christine: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Oxford, AL: tribute to Oxford High School boys’ basketball team, E227 [17MR]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Panarese, Melanie: New Jersey Dept. of Education Exemplary Educator Recognition Program award recipient, H109 [7JA]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Pennsylvania: tribute to 17th Congressional District Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League high school champions, H801 [14JA]

Petoskey, MI: tribute to Petoskey High School steel drum band, E270 [25MR]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139 [17FE]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

Randolph, MA: tribute to Randolph High School football team, H145 [8JA]

Reston, VA: tribute to South Lakes High School girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, E242 [19MR]

Richardson, TX: tribute to Berkner High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216 [16MR]

——— tribute to J.J. Pearce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210 [12MR]

Rochester, NY: tribute to James Monroe High School football team, H698 [13JA]

Rocky Mount, NC: tribute to Northern Nash High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Round Rock, TX: tribute to Round Rock High School Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49 [16JA]

Sahuarita, AZ: tribute to Sahuarita High School boys’ wrestling team, H2378 [4MR]

Salem, VA: tribute to Glenvar High School boys’ cross country team, H2099 [10FE]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Santa Ana, CA: tribute to Santa Ana High School girls’ wrestling team, H2300 [25FE]

——— tribute to Segerstrom High School girls’ soccer team, H2553 [18MR]

Sgroi Morillo, Anna Cristina: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

South Carolina: release of State budget, E69 [22JA]

Starling School & Day Care Center, Inc.: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Stockton, CA: tribute to St. Mary’s High School football team, E75 [27JA]

Tampa, FL: anniversary of Ballast Point Elementary School, E114 [9FE]

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

Tiger, GA: tribute to Rabun County High School boys’ basketball team, H2607 [19MR]

Tucson, AZ: tribute to Catalina Foothills High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

——— tribute to Mica Mountain High School football team, H140 [8JA]

——— tribute to Salpointe Catholic High School girls’ soccer team, H2685 [25MR]

——— tribute to Tanque Verde High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

Unanue, Nicolás A.: Dept. of Education Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

University of California: anniversary of Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), E263 [25MR]

Vail, AZ: tribute to Cienega High School marching band, H726 [14JA]

Vero Beach, FL: tribute to Vero Beach High School career and technical education programs, H2640 [24MR]

Walla Walla, WA: tribute to Walla Walla High School 1984 girls’ basketball team, H1981 [4FE]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Waverly, OH: tribute to Waverly High School marching band, H2044 [9FE]

Whitehouse, OH: tribute to Anthony Wayne High School cheerleading team, H2587 [18MR]

Wilson, NC: tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy football team, H908 [15JA]

——— tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Winchester, VA: tribute to James Wood High School girls’ volleyball team, H2099 [10FE]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Youth Art Month: observance, E179 [3MR]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (S. Res. 621), S716 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: observance, S366, S367 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S357 [29JA]

Ridder, Jill: Milken Family Foundation Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

——— tribute to State of the Union essay contest winners, S756 [3MR]

Reports filed

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Home School Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3747), S1009 [11MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Texts of

H.R. 6392, Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act, H2364 [3MR]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 587, National School Choice Week, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

S. Res. 596, National School Counseling Week, S492 [4FE]

S. Res. 607, commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders, S612 [12FE]

S. Res. 618, recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 621, National Public Schools Week, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 624, National Social and Emotional Learning Week, S734 [2MR]

S. Res. 628, Music in Our Schools Month, S888 [5MR]

S. Res. 639, establish annual Committee on Rules and Administration (Senate) academic civics competition for secondary school students, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

SCHREEDER, MARSHALL

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S643 [24FE]

SCHRENK, DAVID J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E115 [9FE]

SCHRIER, KIM (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2236 [20FE]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: conduct research relating to measurement, monitoring, reporting, and verification of soil carbon sequestration (see H.R. 4865), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see H.R. 1538), H1173 [21JA]

——— establish program to make direct payments to certain specialty crop growers or wine producers who experience certain losses due to increased tariff burdens (see H.R. 6496), H895 [14JA]

——— establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation (see H.R. 6780), H2229 [17FE]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H2120 [10FE]

——— make commodities available for Emergency Food Assistance Program (see H.R. 3784), H2422 [4MR]

——— permit Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to be used to purchase additional types of items and increase amount of such benefits (see H.R. 2512), H925 [16JA]

——— reauthorize Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Program (see H.R. 4400), H2477 [9MR]

——— support small and very small meat and poultry processing establishments (see H.R. 3076), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for congenital cytomegalovirus screening of newborns (see H.R. 5435), H136 [7JA]

——— reauthorize and improve Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7868), H2475 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1950 [2FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: provide grants to local governments relative to pre-reviewed designs for mixed-income housing (see H.R. 5907), H2477 [9MR]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring (see H.R. 583), H2484 [12MR]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2477 [9MR]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1916 [27JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2370 [3MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: provide community-based training opportunities for medical students in rural areas and medically underserved communities (see H.R. 3885), H2370 [3MR]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2370 [3MR]

——— reform H–2A program for nonimmigrant agricultural workers to earn legal status and provide employer flexibility, and establish mandatory E-verify program for employment eligibility (see H.R. 3227), H949 [20JA]

Information technology: require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jews: condemn antisemitism in all forms, including proliferation and amplification of antisemitic content on artificial intelligence (AI) platforms (see H. Res. 963), H136 [7JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H2336 [2MR]

——— cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

OMB: issue guidance to agencies requiring special districts to be recognized as local government for purpose of Federal financial assistance determinations (see H.R. 2766), H2259 [23FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Taxation: expand advanced manufacturing production credit to include distribution transformers (see H.R. 4128), H1949 [2FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: collaborate with various entities and establish grant program to support nurseries and seed orchards (see H.R. 7712), H2328 [25FE]

Insurance: expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (see H.R. 7164), H948 [20JA]

Motor vehicles: inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: collaborate with various entities and establish grant program to support nurseries and seed orchards (H.R. 7712), H2330 [25FE]

Insurance: expand cost sharing reductions relative to qualified health plans offered through exchanges (H.R. 7164), H949 [20JA]

Motor vehicles: inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (H.R. 7377), H2032 [4FE]

Remarks

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

Tributes

Savino, Ariana, H2606 [19MR]

SCHULTZ, LISA WINK

Prayers

House of Representatives, H2231 [20FE], H2331 [26FE]

Senate, S1053 [16MR]

SCHULTZ, THEODORE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H725 [14JA]

SCHULZE, RICHARD T. (a former Representative from Pennsylvania)

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Richard T. Schulze, H227 [8JA]

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H227 [8JA], E69 [22JA]

SCHUMACHER, JOE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2100 [10FE], E148 [20FE]

SCHUMER, CHARLES E. (a Senator from New York)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S896 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1096 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132 [12JA] (see H.R. 6938), S163 [13JA]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize West Valley demonstration project (see S. 3666), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: grant lawful permanent resident status to aliens from certain countries who meet specific eligibility requirements (see S. 2106), S378 [29JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S534 [9FE]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see S. 134), S959 [10MR]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1011 [11MR]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

New York (State): authorize, ratify, and confirm Agreement of Settlement and Compromise To Resolve the Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim (see S. 3475), S959 [10MR]

NIST: require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S1091 [17MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see S. 3815), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (see S. 4124), S1090 [17MR]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE]

LGBTQI+: designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument (see S. 3911), S681 [25FE]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Letters

Dept. of Justice release of documents and records relative to Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein survivors, S502 [5FE]

Lists

Additional cosponsors of S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S857 [5MR]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S721 [2MR], S771, S795 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S99 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S215 [14JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (S. 4126), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S31 [6JA]

Carl, Jeremy: nomination to be Assistant Sec. of State for International Organizations, S523 [9FE], S971 [11MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S187, S194 [14JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (S. 3815), S554 [10FE]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S228 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (S. 4007), S856 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528 [23MR], S1563 [24MR]

——— establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, S401 [30JA], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE]

——— making appropriations, S971, S980 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S498 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S523 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S589, S593 [12FE], S1018, S1019, S1026 [12MR], S1314 [19MR], S1420 [20MR], S1504 [22MR], S1527 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590 [25MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S980 [11MR], S1018, S1019 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S281 [27JA], S302 [28JA], S358 [29JA], S401 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S449 [3FE], S476 [4FE], S498 [5FE], S523 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S589, S593 [12FE], S971, S980 [11MR], S1018, S1019 [12MR], S1563 [24MR], S1590 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S742 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: attempted indictment of Members of Congress for recording video message urging servicemembers to resist unlawful orders, S561 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA]

——— prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act (S. 4124), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S21 [6JA], S409 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S523 [9FE], S692 [26FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S910 [9MR], S971 [11MR], S1053 [16MR], S1063, S1066 [17MR], S1162 [18MR], S1314, S1348 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1462, S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1527 [23MR], S1563, S1568 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281 [27JA], S302 [28JA], S358 [29JA], S401 [30JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S228 [15JA], S742 [3MR], S771 [4MR]

EPA: repeal of endangerment finding decision regulating greenhouse gases under Clean Air Act, S540 [10FE]

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

FEMA: funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S122 [12JA], S187 [14JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S869 [5MR]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1598 [25MR]

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S281 [27JA], S302 [28JA], S358 [29JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1163 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S187, S194 [14JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970 [11MR], S1162 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR]

Queens, NY: express condolences to victims and those affected by collision at LaGuardia Airport, S1527 [23MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S501 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

——— impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (S. 4125), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S476 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration, S637 [24FE], S771 [4MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to democracy and rule of law, S561 [11FE], S589 [12FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S187 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1054 [16MR], S1064 [17MR], S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S20 [6JA], S122 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S498 [5FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S692 [26FE], S720 [2MR], S742 [3MR], S770, S795 [4MR], S910 [9MR], S943 [10MR], S970 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063 [17MR], S1162, S1194 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1577 [24MR]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S658 [25FE], S693 [26FE]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1527 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177 [18MR], S1314 [19MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S638 [24FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20 [6JA], S66 [7JA], S99 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S910 [9MR], S971 [11MR], S1053 [16MR], S1063, S1066 [17MR], S1162 [18MR], S1314 [19MR], S1421 [20MR], S1462, S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1527 [23MR], S1563, S1568 [24MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S523 [9FE]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1563 [24MR], S1590 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 3815, create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse, S555 [10FE]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3911, designate Pride flag as eligible for display in National Park System and express that Pride flag should be on display at Stonewall National Monument, S683 [25FE]

S. 4007, Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, S883–S887 [5MR]

S. 4124, prohibit funds from being used to make personal payment to President in connection with claim subject to Federal Tort Claims Act, S1093 [17MR]

Tributes

Davius, Sorffly, S910 [9MR]

Holguin, Eden, S659 [25FE]

Kostel, Claudia, S857 [5MR]

SCHWEIKERT, DAVID (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Adoption: criminalize unlawful adoption practices (see H.R. 6170), H1352 [22JA]

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2712 [25MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: develop and nationally disseminate accurate, relevant, and accessible resources to promote understanding about sensitivities regarding adoption in health care industry (see H.R. 2892), H1352 [22JA]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H1352 [22JA]

Fayrene Hume Post Office Building, Ash Fork, AZ: designate (see H.R. 4919), H656 [12JA]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2677 [24MR]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2330 [25FE]

——— provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H2042 [5FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2598 [18MR]

Taxation: establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2622 [19MR]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

IRS: establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

Medicaid: ensure appropriate availability of personal care services (see H.R. 7713), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bureau of Reclamation: provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (H.R. 7078), H894 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (H.R. 7558), H2220 [12FE]

IRS: establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (H.R. 7972), H2597 [18MR]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (H.R. 7971), H2597 [18MR]

Medicaid: ensure appropriate availability of personal care services (H.R. 7713), H2330 [25FE]

Letters

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2199 [12FE]

——— Representative Hageman, H2198 [12FE]

——— several Representatives, H2198 [12FE]

Remarks

Budget: deficit, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

——— reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2197, H2201 [12FE]

Health: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Medicare: reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H244 [8JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE]

SCIENCE related term(s) Engineering; Mathematics; Research; Technology

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority: reauthorize (see S. 3637), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7142), H924 [16JA]

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: add biological pest control to list of high-priority research and extension areas (see H.R. 7665), H2296 [24FE]

——— establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7474), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— include additional priorities as research and extension initiatives (see H.R. 7734), H2332 [26FE]

——— modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

——— promulgate regulations to improve nucleic acid synthesis security (see S. 3741), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

——— reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize eligible privately owned and operated forensic DNA testing laboratories to directly upload qualifying DNA profiles to National DNA Index System (see H.R. 7916), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and Defense: establish joint research and development activities (see H.R. 7547), H2218 [12FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

EPA: phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

FCC: expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

IRS: establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

NASA: commission science-based strategy for Federal Government to detect and monitor methane emissions (see H.R. 7416), H2094 [9FE]

——— designate national high-energy astrophysics hubs (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

——— reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

——— require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: establish research program comprising global ocean monitoring and observing (see H.R. 7896), H2481 [12MR]

——— improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

——— provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

——— reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Power resources: support development, demonstration, and commercial application of biotechnology products to increase energy resiliency (see H.R. 7936), H2529 [16MR]

Research: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Weather: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (see H.R. 7452), H2095 [9FE]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Brain Awareness Week: observance, E242 [19MR]

CDC: disapprove revised immunization guidelines for children, H669 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction and prioritize funds to promote use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to science of reading (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for scientific and technical cooperation in mapping of critical minerals and rare earth elements (H.R. 2969), H2265 [24FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

FDA: publish final rule relative to nonclinical testing methods (S. 355), H941 [20JA]

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245–H2247 [23FE]

——— prohibit research involving human fetal tissue obtained pursuant to induced abortion and prohibit solicitation or knowing acquisition, receipt, or acceptance of donation of such tissue (H.R. 2075), H1340 [22JA]

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179 [3MR]

Kennedy, Sec. of HHS: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2242–H2244 [23FE]

——— reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

National Cancer Prevention Month: observance, E160 [24FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

Taxation: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), S176–S178 [13JA]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), unanimous-consent request, S177 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 2600, Accessing Satellite Capabilities To Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act, H2242 [23FE]

H.R. 6329, Information Quality Assurance Act, H2245 [23FE]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

SCIENCE OF READING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7890), H2481 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7890), H2616 [19MR]

SCOTLAND see United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

SCOTLAND, CT

Bills and resolutions

Postal Service: designate single, unique ZIP Code for Scotland, CT (see S. 3668), S257 [15JA]

SCOTT, AUSTIN (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

AID: transfer all functions, duties, assets, etc., relating to implementing and administering Food for Peace Act to Dept. of Agriculture (see H.R. 1207), H1352 [22JA]

Armed Forces: improve financial literacy training (see H.R. 6717), H2370 [3MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2422 [4MR]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: reauthorize and improve relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland (see H.R. 7761), H2368 [3MR]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2598 [18MR]

——— authorize limited operation of commercial motor vehicles for eligible drivers under age 21 in interstate commerce (see H.R. 6642), H2259 [23FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H1976 [3FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H136 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H136 [7JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H2477 [9MR]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish expedited guaranteed lender pilot program (see H.R. 7475), H2118 [10FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: deny deduction for outsourcing payments (see H.R. 7559), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: establish expedited guaranteed lender pilot program (H.R. 7475), H2119 [10FE]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (H.R. 7120), H921 [15JA]

Taxation: deny deduction for outsourcing payments (H.R. 7559), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131, H1132, H1133, H1137 [21JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131, H1132, H1137 [21JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1133, H1135 [21JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131, H1132, H1137 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H1136 [21JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H652 [12JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H238 [8JA]

SCOTT, DAVID (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2330 [25FE]

Crime: prohibit destruction of broadband Internet access service (see H.R. 2784), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program support for women, infants, and children impacted by substance use disorder (see H.R. 3743), H925 [16JA]

——— permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H2236 [20FE]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H253 [8JA]

——— prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H2676 [24MR]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2676 [24MR]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H2330 [25FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2097 [9FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SSA: establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2473 [5MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

SCOTT, FRANK

Remarks in House

North Carolina: Young Farmer of the Year award recipient, H2205 [12FE]

SCOTT, MILDRED

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2684 [25MR]

SCOTT, RICK (a Senator from Florida)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S941 [9MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S384 [29JA], S413 [30JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S7, S17 [5JA]

National Landslide Preparedness Act: reauthorize (S. 1626), S13, S17 [5JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S802 [4MR]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (see S. 4138), S1205 [18MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Brand USA, Inc.: make available certain amounts from Travel Promotion Fund for Corp. for Travel Promotion (see S. 3220), S1092 [17MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S292 [27JA]

Dept. of State: improve implementation of seizure of Russian sovereign assets for benefit of Ukraine (see S. 2918), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1545 [23MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: rescind unused coronavirus funding and reduce deficit (see S. 3166), S162 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

Firearms: provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S883 [5MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S883 [5MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see S. 3602), S115 [8JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S652 [24FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see S. Res. 547), S960 [10MR]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S652 [24FE]

Monuments and memorials: establish on National Mall memorial to commemorate sacrifice and service of women who worked on home front during World War II (see S. 1088), S1545 [23MR]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see S. 405), S578 [11FE]

OMB: submit annual report to Congress on projects that are over budget and behind schedule (see S. 766), S578 [11FE]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S378 [29JA]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

SSA: make changes to Social Security terminology used in rules, regulation, guidance, or other materials relative to retirement age and benefits (see S. 1504), S553 [10FE]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see S. 3605), S1206 [18MR]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see S. 1773), S378 [29JA]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Venezuela: support efforts of servicemembers and law enforcement under Operation Absolute Resolve to arrest Nicolas Maduro and to assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S221 [14JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for certain employees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in event of Government shutdown (see S. 3681), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see S. 3857), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA]

——— provide period for Congress to review laws before they take effect, permit Congress to disapprove specific provisions, and clarify expedited procedures for resolutions of disapproval (see S. 4150), S1367 [19MR]

FDA: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

Federal aid programs: strengthen oversight, accountability, and recovery of Federal funds administered through State block grants and other pass-through mechanisms (see S. 4024), S881 [5MR]

Information technology: commend Ratepayer Protection Pledge by tech firms to fund energy infrastructure for data centers, promote electricity affordability, and protect U.S. ratepayers from increased costs (see S. Con. Res. 30), S1615 [25MR]

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

Parkland, FL: commemorate shooting victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, express condolences to families and friends, honor survivors, and commend first responders (see S. Res. 607), S610 [12FE]

Social Security: repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

Taxation: create American dream accounts for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

Trump, President: provide authority and discretion over congressional budgetary resources to achieve balanced budget (see S. 3951), S706 [26FE]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Motions

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1483 [21MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1480 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1482, S1483 [21MR], S1512–S1514 [22MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S1070 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S413 [30JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S570 [11FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

New Immigrant Community Empowerment Inc.: prohibit Community and Training Center funding, S413 [30JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1480 [21MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S572 [11FE], S1070 [17MR]

SCOTT, ROBERT C. ‘‘BOBBY’’ (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Commission To Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans: establish (see H.R. 40), H2530 [16MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: affirm agreement and nullify certain Executive orders that relate to collective bargaining (see H.R. 6015), H2120 [10FE]

——— modify authorities relative to collective bargaining of Veterans Health Administration employees (see H.R. 3261), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide covered employees right to be represented during examinations that may result in disciplinary actions (see H.R. 6014), H2120 [10FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2188 [11FE]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (H.R. 7340), H2031 [4FE]

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Remarks

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2564 [18MR]

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366 [3MR]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325, H1327, H1328, H1329 [22JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: promote child care and early learning, H683 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H682, H683 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H686, H688, H689, H690 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2364 [3MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2365 [3MR]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H678, H679, H680 [13JA]

——— exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

——— strengthen workers’ right to organize and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions and deter employers from violating workers’ rights to form unions (H.R. 20), H673 [13JA]

GAO: require report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans, H904 [15JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H899, H903, H904 [15JA]

——— specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), consideration (H. Res. 988), H673 [13JA]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2644, H2647 [24MR]

Tributes

Billingsley, Andrew, E240• [19MR]

Tomlin, Mike, E35• [13JA]

SCOTT, STEVEN G.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E89 [2FE]

SCOTT, TIM (a Senator from South Carolina)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S774, S805, S806 [4MR]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S554 [10FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S292 [27JA]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see S. 1404), S1091 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S916 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

District of Columbia: reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S733 [2MR]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (see S. Res. 584), S257 [15JA]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see S. 952), S344 [28JA]

Taxation: provide special rules for taxation of certain residents of Taiwan with income from sources within U.S. (see S. 199), S552 [10FE]

TSA: establish pilot project to evaluate effectiveness of technologies to combat cargo theft (see S. 3376), S50 [6JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S611 [12FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

Medicare: permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S1023 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

Tributes

Allison, Doug, S468• [3FE]

Washington, Elijah, S607• [12FE]

SCOTT-WEEKLY, INGRID

Remarks in House

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

SCOUTING AMERICA DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

SCOUTING AMERICA (organization)

Remarks in House

Meredith, Miley: Eagle Scout Award recipient, H145 [8JA]

National Scouting America Day: observance, H1983 [4FE]

Port Chester, NY: tribute to Scout Troop 400 and Scout Troop 420, H911 [15JA]

SEA TURTLE RESCUE ASSISTANCE AND REHABILITATION ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

Texts of

S. 843, provisions, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

SEARLE, HUGO

Remarks in House

Tribute, E264 [25MR]

SEARS, JAY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H723 [14JA]

SEATTLE, WA

Bills and resolutions

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see S. Res. 610), S610 [12FE] (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, E124 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, S524 [9FE]

——— tribute (S. Res. 610), S591, S616 [12FE]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 578, tribute to University of Washington men’s soccer team, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 610, tribute to Seattle Seahawks (football team), S613 [12FE]

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (football team)

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see S. Res. 610), S610 [12FE] (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, E124 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S524 [9FE]

Tribute (S. Res. 610), S591, S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 610, tribute, S613 [12FE]

SEBAGO, ME

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S253 [15JA]

SECRET SERVICE

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish reserve fund for Secret Service (see H.R. 8058), H2675 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

SECRET SERVICE-LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

SECRETARY OF DEFENSE (Peter Hegseth)

Remarks in Senate

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Tenure: assessment, S976 [11MR]

SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.)

Remarks in House

Health: call for resignation, H911 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Domestic policy: science and research funding, S246 [15JA]

Health: assessment of nutrition recommendations, S954 [10MR]

SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY (Kristi Noem)

Bills and resolutions

Impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Impeachment, H666 [13JA], H1940 [2FE], H1970 [3FE], H2208 [12FE]

Impeachment (H. Res. 996), H2104 [10FE], H2214 [12FE]

Tenure: assessment, H1939 [2FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2455–H2459 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Tenure: assessment, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

SECRETARY OF STATE (Marco Rubio)

Remarks in House

Munich Security Conference: speech on U.S. national security objectives relative to diplomacy, American sovereignty, and strength of Western civilization, H2417 [4MR]

SECURE REVENUE CLEARANCE CHANNEL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

SECURE TRACKS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR]

SECURING ACCESSIBLE FUNCTIONAL EMERGENCY (SAFE) EXIT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6947), H11 [6JA]

SECURING ACTUAL FEMALE EVENTS IN OLYMPIC SPORTS (SAFE OLYMPIC SPORTS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

SECURING AMERICAN FREIGHT, ENFORCEMENT, AND RELIABILITY IN (SAFER) TRANSPORT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

SECURING AMERICA’S CRITICAL MINERALS SUPPLY ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 3617): consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 3617): consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

Enact (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, provisions, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, provisions, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 3617, provisions, H2150 [11FE]

SECURING COMMUNITY UPGRADES FOR A RESILIENT (SECURE) GRID ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR]

SECURING ENHANCED PROGRAMS, SYSTEMS, AND INITIATIVES FOR SEPSIS (SEPSIS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

SECURING ESSENTIAL AND CRITICAL U.S. RESOURCES AND ELEMENTS (SECURE) MINERALS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

SECURING FACILITIES FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

SECURING INFRASTRUCTURE FROM ADVERSARIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

SECURING PARTNER SUPPLY CHAINS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7675), H2326 [25FE]

SECURITIES related term(s) Investments

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

CFTC: prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

Cryptocurrency: require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see S. 3640), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

Financial institutions: prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7887), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Government regulations: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is relative to securities of issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

SEC: address exemption of, and reporting by, certain private fund advisers (see S. 3880), S609 [12FE]

——— establish Public Company Advisory Committee (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

——— establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

——— lower aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity necessary for issuer to qualify as well-known seasoned issuer (see S. 3749), S377 [29JA]

——— provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

——— raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

——— require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

Taxation: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Max Clegg, S757 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Members of Congress: require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Taxation: tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2455–H2459 [5MR]

Remarks in Senate

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (S. 3753), S420 [30JA]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, S714 [26FE]

Reports filed

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Public Company Advisory Committee Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Retire Through Ownership Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

SECURITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

SEC: raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

Small business: amend laws relative to small company capital formation (see S. 4170), S1580 [24MR]

Reports filed

Regulation A+ Improvement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Business and industry: specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Government regulations: provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

——— raise offering amount threshold for when issuers using crowdfunding exemption are required to file financial statements reviewed by public accountant who is independent of issuer (see S. 3662), S256 [15JA]

Investments: amend authority of closed-end companies to invest in private funds (see S. 3671), S257 [15JA]

——— prohibit certain large private funds and registered investment companies from purchasing single family homes (see H.R. 7221), H1350 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain large-scale companies from purchasing single family residences (see H.R. 7186), H1171 [21JA]

Mining and mineral resources: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Public Company Advisory Committee: establish (see H.R. 6967), H134 [7JA]

Securities: address exemption of, and reporting by, certain private fund advisers (see S. 3880), S609 [12FE]

——— lower aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity necessary for issuer to qualify as well-known seasoned issuer (see S. 3749), S377 [29JA]

——— require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

Senior Investor Taskforce: establish (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Small business: amend laws relative to small company capital formation (see S. 4170), S1580 [24MR]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Technology: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Protecting Private Job Creators Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 3959) (H. Rept. 119–523), H2325 [25FE]

Public Company Advisory Committee Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6967) (H. Rept. 119–557), H2620 [19MR]

Regulation A+ Improvement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

Small Entrepreneurs’ Empowerment and Development (SEED) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 4056, Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act, S1011–S1015 [11MR]

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board: require SEC confirmation of new members and members to be at least 5 years removed from association with municipal securities business and set compensation caps (see S. 3935), S706 [26FE]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide exemption from definition of broker for certain registered representative-owned personal services entity (see H.R. 7187), H1171 [21JA]

——— repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

——— require issuers with multi-class stock structure to make certain disclosures in any proxy or consent solicitation material (see S. 3831), S577 [11FE]

——— specify certain registration statement contents for emerging growth companies and permit issuers to file draft registration statements for confidential review (see S. 4034), S958 [10MR]

Reports filed

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Small Business Relief Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

SECURITY AND FREEDOM ENHANCEMENT (SAFE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

SEE THE BOARD ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

SEELOW, EARL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E144 [20FE]

SEGAL AMERICORPS EDUCATION AWARD TAX RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

SEILER, SWANN

Remarks in House

United Way: Woman of the Year award recipient, H664 [13JA]

SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

SELF, KEITH (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H1949 [2FE]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see H.R. 8017), H2621 [19MR]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— provide for sentencing of three strikes offenders (see H.R. 8064), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of State: develop strategy to identify and mitigate relationships that pose risk to U.S. foreign policy interests between certain European institutions and certain covered entities of concern (see H.R. 7616), H2485 [12MR]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2097 [9FE]

Europe: express that European laws and regulations unfairly and unreasonably burden American speech and innovation (see H. Res. 967), H253 [8JA]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

——— require that all disbursements of Federal taxpayer dollars be viewable on USASpending.gov within three days (see H.R. 7974), H2596 [18MR]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2477 [9MR]

Immigration: close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2187 [11FE]

——— prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2297 [24FE]

Law enforcement: implement certain Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reforms and prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining certain commercially available information (see H.R. 7816), H2485 [12MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2477 [9MR]

States: restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with Federal Government (see H.R. 5108), H2297 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs (see H.R. 7950), H2530 [16MR]

——— recoup amounts of awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees under certain conditions (see H.R. 7319), H1948 [2FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (H.R. 7632), H2235 [20FE]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs (H.R. 7950), H2530 [16MR]

——— recoup amounts of awards, bonuses, and relocation expenses paid to former employees under certain conditions (H.R. 7319), H1949 [2FE]

Letters

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2403 [4MR]

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H2460 [5MR]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2518 [16MR]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459, H2460, H2461 [5MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2403 [4MR]

SELIN, M. CHRISTINA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H941 [20JA]

SELMA, AL

Remarks in House

Voting Rights Act: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

SELTZER, STU

Remarks in House

Tribute, H150 [8JA]

SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL CONGRESSIONAL TIME CAPSULE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Texts of

S. 3705, provisions, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

SENATE related term(s) Committees of the Senate; Legislative Branch of the Government; Members of Congress; Votes in Senate

Amendments

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), H1122 [20JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1410 [19MR]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Noah L. Tietjens, S775 [4MR]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S574 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (see S. Res. 611), S610 [12FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

——— advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (see H. Res. 982), H252 [8JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (see H. Res. 991), H718 [13JA]

——— advance sensible priorities (H.R. 6636), consideration (see H. Res. 1029), H1949 [2FE]

——— govern on behalf of American people (see H.R. 7007), H654 [12JA]

——— govern on behalf of American people (H.R. 7007), consideration (see H. Res. 986), H655 [12JA]

——— joint session for Presidential address (see H. Con. Res. 74), H2118 [10FE]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Epstein Files Transparency Act: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

House of Representatives: notify Senate that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 975), H12 [6JA]

Indian Health Service: elevate position of Director to Assistant Secretary of HHS for Indian Health and require Senate confirmation (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

Intelligence services: ensure Members of Congress access to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review (see S. 3696), S290 [27JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to require Members to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.J. Res. 146), H1921 [30JA]

——— eliminate automatic salary adjustments (see H.R. 7628), H2234 [20FE]

——— implement proposed constitutional amendment requiring Members of Congress to demonstrate competence in American civics (see H.R. 7431), H2094 [9FE]

——— prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (see S. 4123), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 8049), H2675 [24MR]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S256 [15JA]

——— prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: restore executive power to appoint U.S. attorneys (see H.R. 8065), H2675 [24MR]

Public debt: require that any debt ceiling increase or suspension be balanced by equal spending cuts (see S. 4173), S1580 [24MR]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

——— require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Certificates of appointment

Armstrong, Alan, S1568 [24MR]

Designated acting Presidents pro tempore

Banks, Senator, S121 [8JA]

Barrasso, Senator, S273 [20JA], S401 [30JA]

Blackburn, Senator, S621 [19FE]

Britt, Senator, S277, S279 [26JA], S627 [24FE]

Budd, Senator, S623 [23FE], S1053 [16MR]

Capito, Senator, S271 [16JA]

Husted, Senator, S1495 [22MR]

Justice, Senator, S1419 [20MR]

Moran, Senator, S1 [3JA]

Moreno, Senator, S741 [3MR], S943 [10MR], S1461 [21MR]

Mullin, Senator, S227 [15JA]

Ricketts, Senator, S1589 [25MR]

Sheehy, Senator, S301 [28JA], S619 [17FE]

Discharge petitions signed

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents’’ (S.J. Res. 99), S1579 [24MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 139), S1366 [19MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1366 [19MR]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Lists

Bills enacted into Public Law, 118th Cong., 2d sess., D23–D43 [7JA]

Nominations placed on the Secretary’s desk, S472 [3FE]

Senate Pages, S249 [15JA]

Notices

Senate Quarterly Mass Mail, S298 [27JA]

Oaths of office

Armstrong, Alan, S1568 [24MR]

Pledge

Pledge of Allegiance, S3 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S121 [12JA], S141 [13JA], S185 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S277 [26JA], S281 [27JA], S301 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S401 [30JA], S431 [2FE], S447 [3FE], S475 [4FE], S497 [5FE], S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S559 [11FE], S587 [12FE], S623 [23FE], S627 [24FE], S657 [25FE], S691 [26FE], S719 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR], S907 [9MR], S943 [10MR], S969 [11MR], S1017 [12MR], S1053 [16MR], S1059 [17MR], S1159 [18MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1525 [23MR], S1561 [24MR], S1589 [25MR]

Poems

‘‘Each Dawn I Cross Beneath the Domed White Light,’’ Emma Ross, S265 [15JA]

‘‘I Came From Quiet Roads and Open Air,’’ Emma Ross, S265, S267 [15JA]

‘‘I Dreamed of Shaping Laws Before I Came,’’ Emma Ross, S265 [15JA]

‘‘In the Beginning,’’ Addison Norris, S265, S266 [15JA]

‘‘It’s a New Day, Here in the Capitol,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264, S266 [15JA]

‘‘Moments of Silence,’’ Lucas Hogan, S266 [15JA]

‘‘O Senate,’’ Jace Miles, S264 [15JA]

‘‘On the Rostrum’s Step I Take My Place,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264 [15JA]

‘‘One Hundred Senators,’’ Senator Booker, S267 [15JA]

‘‘Page’s Pledge (and Other Senate Confessions),’’ Maureen Bai, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Patterns Cover the Senate Floor,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Polarization at an All-Time High,’’ Lilliana Grinberg, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Shoes of the Senate,’’ Stephen Jiang, S264 [15JA]

‘‘Song They Left Us,’’ Addison Norris, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Sun Rises on the Capitol Dome,’’ Hunter Coy, S265 [15JA]

‘‘Throughout the Vast Halls of the Senate,’’ Cecilia Bleyer, S266 [15JA]

Prayers

Black, Barry C., S3 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S63 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S121 [12JA], S141 [13JA], S185 [14JA], S227 [15JA], S277 [26JA], S281 [27JA], S301 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S401 [30JA], S431 [2FE], S447 [3FE], S475 [4FE], S497 [5FE], S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S559 [11FE], S587 [12FE], S623 [23FE], S627 [24FE], S657 [25FE], S691 [26FE], S719 [2MR], S741 [3MR], S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR], S907 [9MR], S943 [10MR], S969 [11MR], S1017 [12MR], S1059 [17MR], S1159 [18MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1525 [23MR], S1561 [24MR], S1589 [25MR]

Prayers by visitors

Schultz, Lisa Wink, S1053 [16MR]

Privilege of the floor

Ambrozewicz, Maria, S262 [15JA]

Baskette, Wes, S262 [15JA]

Braun, Zev, S557 [10FE]

Davenport, Grace, S262 [15JA]

Ellis, Xenia, S262 [15JA]

Hecox, Finnegan, S262 [15JA]

Huffman, Kiley, S262 [15JA]

Jackson, Susanna, S537 [9FE]

Jimenez, Nathalia, S616 [12FE]

Kaul, Shireen, S262 [15JA]

Marchetti, Zach, S262 [15JA]

Martin, John, S616 [12FE]

Moffett, Caroline, S1410 [19MR]

Monrroy, Barbara, S262 [15JA]

Morrissey, Candice, S557 [10FE]

Moser, Robin Watson, S262 [15JA]

Nieves, Inez, S262 [15JA]

Novack, Joseph, S262 [15JA]

Ohlstein, Daniel, S119 [8JA]

Pandey, Anushka, S262 [15JA]

Pueschell, Brianne, S537 [9FE]

Reuse, Robbie, S537 [9FE]

Sanders, Molly, S52 [6JA]

Schallich, Jack, S262 [15JA]

Sheehan, Violet, S262 [15JA]

Todaro-Wiegner, Alexis, S1410 [19MR]

Trechok, Mary, S262 [15JA]

Wendt, Justine, S262 [15JA]

Wu, Henry, S516 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: legislative process, H1178, H1179 [22JA], H1954, H1956–H1958 [3FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H145, H146, H213–H227, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H4 [6JA], H111, H124–H126 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H122 [7JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), request Senate to return to House of Representatives (H. Res. 991), H697 [13JA]

——— anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— announcement of Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange Program, E99 [4FE]

——— concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

——— joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), H2116 [10FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2046–H2048 [9FE]

House of Representatives: notify Senate that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 975), H4 [6JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Members of Congress: repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, H1183 [22JA], H1988 [4FE]

——— require Members, spouses, and dependent children to place certain assets into blind trusts (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Adjournment: authority of officials, S616 [12FE]

Appropriations: legislative process, S4 [5JA], S67 [7JA], S95 [8JA], S228 [15JA], S317 [28JA], S407 [30JA], S455 [3FE], S560 [11FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (S. Res. 585), S263 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (S. Res. 611), S616 [12FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S25, S32, S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54–S56 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S26, S27 [6JA]

Capitol Pages: tribute, S249 [15JA]

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate): nomination lists, S470 [3FE], S1046 [12MR]

Committee to escort President Trump into House chamber: authority to appoint, S625 [23FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S123 [12JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), return to House of Representatives, S263 [15JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), unanimous-consent request, S195 [14JA]

——— joint session for Presidential address (H. Con. Res. 74), S616 [12FE]

——— oppose spending on earmarks, S370–S373 [29JA]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Epstein Files Transparency Act: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws (S. Res. 597), S501, S502 [5FE]

——— provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws (S. Res. 597), unanimous-consent request, S502 [5FE]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Grassley, Senator: hosting of town halls with constituents in each Iowa county, S666 [25FE]

History: anniversary of convening of first session, S769 [4MR]

——— provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Income: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1506–S1509 [22MR], S1600 [25MR]

——— withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), unanimous-consent request, S1507, S1508 [22MR], S1600, S1601 [25MR]

Iraq: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident, S1082 [17MR]

Kelly, Senator: lawsuit against Sec. of Defense Hegseth for initiating disciplinary proceedings in retaliation for criticism of Trump administration, S124 [12JA]

Legislative accomplishments, S67 [7JA], S186 [14JA]

Legislative priorities, S4 [5JA], S560 [11FE]

Legislative program, S16 [5JA], S52 [6JA], S90 [7JA], S121 [8JA], S140 [12JA], S176 [13JA], S264 [15JA], S280 [26JA], S298 [27JA], S356 [28JA], S397 [29JA], S425 [30JA], S436 [2FE], S458, S473 [3FE], S487, S495 [4FE], S516 [5FE], S529, S537 [9FE], S557 [10FE], S583 [11FE], S616 [12FE], S626 [23FE], S654 [24FE], S689 [25FE], S717 [26FE], S735 [2MR], S767 [3MR], S851 [4MR], S906 [5MR], S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR], S1016 [11MR], S1051 [12MR], S1053, S1058 [16MR], S1074, S1146 [17MR], S1306 [18MR], S1357 [19MR], S1459 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1523 [22MR], S1559, S1560 [23MR], S1584 [24MR], S1628 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit preferential screening for Members at airports (S. 4123), S1355, S1356 [19MR]

——— prohibit receipt of pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which concurrent budget resolution and regular appropriations bills have not been approved (S. 88), S1481 [21MR], S1514 [22MR]

——— reduce rate of pay during Government shutdown (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S405–S407, S409 [30JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), S190–S192 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data (H.R. 6019), unanimous-consent request, S190, S191 [14JA]

——— tribute to ‘‘Famous Five’’ former Senators commemorated in Senate reception room portraits, S1017 [12MR]

Parliamentary inquiry, S1508, S1509 [22MR]

Partisanship: impact, S186 [14JA]

Point of order, S218 [14JA], S415 [30JA], S1508 [22MR], S1601 [25MR]

Presidential appointments: nominations considered and confirmed en bloc, S52 [6JA], S424 [30JA], S507 [5FE], S606 [12FE], S796 [4MR]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Senate Pages: tribute to poetry contest participants, S264–S268 [15JA]

Senate Rules: notify Members of paragraph 2 of Rule XIX relative to decorum during debate, S3 [5JA]

Tillis, Senator: appreciation of opportunity to serve, S202 [14JA]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA]

Votes, position on missed: Bennet, S756 [3MR]

——— Blunt Rochester, S46 [6JA]

——— Gallego, S1578 [24MR]

——— Klobuchar, S530 [9FE], S1542 [23MR]

——— Luján, S550 [10FE]

——— Peters, S375 [29JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

Washington, George: reading of farewell address, S627 [24FE]

——— reading of farewell address, unanimous-consent agreement, S574 [11FE]

Reports

Committee on Ethics (Senate, Select) Activities, S374 [29JA]

Reports filed

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

Resignations

Mullin, Senator, S1559 [23MR]

Resumes

Congressional Activity: 119th Cong., 1st sess., D49, D55 [8JA]

——— 119th Cong., 2d sess., D143 [2FE], D233 [2MR]

Rulings of the Chair

Income: withhold pay during Government shutdown (S. Res. 526), S1508 [22MR]

Schedules

Committee meetings, E1 [5JA], E11 [7JA], E28 [12JA], E43 [14JA], E73 [26JA], E79 [28JA], E91 [2FE], E110 [4FE], E119 [9FE], E131 [11FE], E155 [23FE], E166 [25FE], E171 [2MR], E189 [4MR], E202 [9MR], E205 [11MR], E220 [16MR], E235 [18MR], E251 [23MR], E271 [25MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 74, joint session of Congress for Presidential address, H2116 [10FE]

H. Res. 780, consideration of H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H123 [7JA]

H. Res. 975, notify Senate that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

H. Res. 991, request Senate to return to House of Representatives H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H697 [13JA]

H.R. 1834, Breaking the Gridlock Act, H213–H217 [8JA]

S. 3705, Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, S298 [27JA], H2046 [9FE]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. 4123, End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, S1356 [19MR]

S. 4173, Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act, S1582 [24MR]

S. Res. 574, tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 580, direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location, S56 [6JA], S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 585, tribute to Ben Nighthorse Campbell, S261 [15JA]

S. Res. 597, provide Senate authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (S. Res. 597), S512 [5FE]

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 611, use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade, S614 [12FE]

Tributes

Armstrong, Senator, S1567 [24MR]

Brooke, Edward W., III, E187 [4MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse, H594 [9JA]

Lee, Senator, S1003 [11MR]

Sasse, Ben, H665 [13JA]

SENATE, MICHAEL T.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2043 [9FE]

SENECA NATION LAW ENFORCEMENT EFFICIENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7065), H892 [14JA]

SENIOR CITIZENS

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H1172 [21JA]

Crime: reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (see H.R. 8060), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see S. 3718), S344 [28JA]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish Older Workers’ Bureau, study employment of older workers and effect of older employment on retirement security, and establish grant programs related to employment of older workers (see H.R. 7524), H2217 [12FE]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7029), H717 [13JA]

GAO: identify options to remove barriers and improve housing for persons who are elderly or disabled (see S. 3969), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7596), H2228 [17FE]

Medicare: allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

——— increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

——— modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (see H.R. 6974), H251 [8JA]

——— permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

SEC: establish Senior Investor Taskforce (see S. 4055), S1009 [11MR]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

——— affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

——— repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

SSA: improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

Letters

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H684 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Budget: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

California: parole board recommendation to grant early release to sex offender under Elderly Parole Program, H2320 [25FE]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (H. Res. 1013), H2584 [18MR]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681–H685 [13JA]

——— exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Dobbs Ferry, NY: tribute to Senior Citizen Program, H1982 [4FE]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

——— protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

——— ensure that prior authorization medical decisions are determined by physicians (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

——— expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

——— provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

SSA: funding, H228 [8JA], H635 [12JA]

——— improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

——— implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA]

Senate: legislative priorities, S560 [11FE]

Social Security: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2270, Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act, H681 [13JA]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

SERGEANT STUBBY

Remarks in Senate

Animals: anniversary of death, S1443 [20MR]

SERINEO, REINA (REI)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H619 [12JA], E27 [12JA]

SERVICE DOGS ASSISTING VETERANS (SAVES) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION

Letters

Tipped Employee Protection Act, H689 [13JA]

SERVICEMEMBERS’ CREDIT MONITORING ENHANCEMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

S. 2074, provisions, S877 [5MR]

SESSIONS, PETE (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Azerbaijan: repeal restriction on assistance (see H.R. 6534), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: report to Congress on Federal, State, and local efforts to combat access device fraud (see H.R. 3810), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2236 [20FE]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H2033 [4FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2221 [12FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

Federal employees: limit costs of pharmacy benefit managers relative to Federal employee health benefit plans (see H.R. 6610), H616 [9JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H1950 [2FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H616 [9JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Native Americans: ensure all federally recognized Tribes that are eligible for gaming in U.S. are regulated under Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (see H.R. 3723), H253 [8JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Real estate: require Government-sponsored enterprises to include disclaimer on Uniform Residential Loan Application to increase awareness of Dept. of Veterans Affairs direct and guaranteed home loan programs (see H.R. 2362), H2473 [5MR]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H1922 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (see H.R. 7953), H2550 [17MR]

——— amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (see H.R. 7050), H892 [14JA]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (see H.R. 7270), H1915 [27JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

FDA: accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and clinical trials for life-threatening diseases by establishing reciprocal approval mechanism with trusted international regulatory authorities (H.R. 7953), H2551 [17MR]

——— amend treatment of homeopathic drug products (H.R. 7050), H893 [14JA]

Financial institutions: establish government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in financial services industry (H.R. 7270), H1916 [27JA]

SEWAGE DISPOSAL related term(s) Refuse Disposal

Amendments

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

FTC: issue regulations requiring non-flushable wet wipes to have ‘‘Do Not Flush’’ labeling (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Texts of

S. 1092, Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act, S1521 [22MR]

SEWELL, TERRI A. (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H1950 [2FE]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Defense Health Agency: restore appropriations for research, development, test, and evaluation, including Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (see H.R. 3906), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and administer pilot program to provide grants to support Food Is Medicine programs (see H.R. 7906), H2482 [12MR]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see H.R. 8046), H2712 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see H.R. 7533), H2218 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: award grants to local educational agencies to establish or improve world language or dual language programs (see H.R. 1572), H2484 [12MR]

——— carry out grant program to support recruitment and retention of paraprofessionals in public elementary schools, secondary schools, and preschool programs (see H.R. 5476), H2097 [9FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H136 [7JA]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2098 [9FE]

——— extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H895 [14JA]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— reauthorize grants to address dental workforce needs (see H.R. 2001), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1950 [2FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: ease benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis (black lung disease) (see H.R. 6757), H657 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H2677 [24MR]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2676 [24MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health care professionals: exempt H–1B health care workers from restriction under Presidential Proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ (see H.R. 7961), H2598 [18MR]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2370 [3MR]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2120 [10FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2097 [9FE]

Medicare: limit coinsurance amount for certain services furnished in ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 3006), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H922 [15JA]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1173 [21JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H918 [15JA]

——— allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

——— penalize improper compliance with certain taxpayer requirements (see H.R. 6323), H1916 [27JA]

——— provide special rules for purposes of determining if financial guaranty insurance companies are qualifying insurance corporations under passive foreign investment company rules (see H.R. 2567), H13 [6JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (H.R. 7921), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (H.R. 8024), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H638, H640 [12JA]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H910 [15JA]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR]

Black History Month: observance, H1943 [2FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H222 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2143 [11FE]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H643, H644 [12JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H222 [8JA]

Selma, AL: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2143 [11FE]

Tributes

Bland, Jo Ann B., E184• [4MR]

Bland, Joanne, H2261 [24FE]

Hoyer, Representative, H2376 [4MR]

LayFayette, Bernard, H2554 [18MR]

McAllister, Julius H., Jr., E194• [5MR]

Rhone, Rhondel B., E87• [2FE]

SEXUAL DISCRIMINATION see Discrimination

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Bills and resolutions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (see H. Res. 1072), H2258 [23FE] (see H. Res. 1100), H2420 [4MR]

Crime: prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

Gonzales, Representative: censure (see H. Res. 1101), H2420 [4MR]

——— remove from certain committees of the House (see H. Res. 1102), H2420 [4MR]

Motions

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2391 [4MR]

Remarks in House

Committee on Ethics (House): preserve and publicly release records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072), H2346 [3MR], H2391 [4MR]

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Reports filed

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1072, preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment, H2391 [4MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

S. 1837, Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE) Act, S145 [13JA]

SGROI MORILLO, ANNA CRISTINA

Remarks in House

Dept. of Education: Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

SGT. ISAAC WOODARD, JR. AND SGT. JOSEPH H. MADDOX GI BILL RESTORATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

SHAGGY (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Shaggy (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E181 [3MR]

SHAH, BRANDON

Remarks in House

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

SHAH, BRANDON A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2594 [18MR]

SHAH ALAM, NURUL A.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2374 [4MR]

SHAHEEN, JEANNE (a Senator from New Hampshire)

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S17 [5JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S890 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1410 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S386 [29JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S804 [4MR]

Crime: extend statute of limitations for offenses relative to pandemic-era programs to be 10 years (see S. 121), S115 [8JA]

——— improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S345 [28JA]

——— prohibit doxing of personally identifiable information of special operations personnel and certain other Federal law enforcement officers and Dept. of Defense personnel (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see S. 942), S762 [3MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

——— lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S763 [3MR]

Federal employees: cover, for purposes of workers’ compensation, services by physician assistants and nurse practitioners provided to injured Federal workers (see S. 3296), S803 [4MR]

Firearms: prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Health: reduce patient cost-sharing for prescription drug inhaler products used to treat breathing disorders such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (see S. 2756), S471 [3FE]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see S. 455), S258 [15JA]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see S. 1281), S90 [7JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S763 [3MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see S. 3400), S554 [10FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see S. 2761), S578 [11FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S535 [9FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Olympic Games: tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR]

SEC: permit registered investment companies to omit certain fees from calculation of acquired fund fees and expenses reporting (see S. 1808), S378 [29JA]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S1092 [17MR]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S221 [14JA]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Supreme Court: promulgate code of ethics for Justices (see S. 1814), S1206 [18MR]

Taiwan: codify Six Assurances to Taiwan, provide congressional review of Six Assurances, and protect Taiwan from coercion (see S. 3208), S1545 [23MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S1368 [19MR]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see S. 1163), S763 [3MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1092 [17MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1368 (see S. 4127), S1369 [19MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: extend and authorize appropriations (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S510 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see S. 3626), S162 [13JA]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: require National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine provide periodic issuance of up-to-date clinical guidance on health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 3598), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Foreign policy: limit use of Federal funds to assert control over sovereign territory of NATO member state (see S. 3624), S162 [13JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

Medicare: ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S195 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1608 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1184 [18MR]

National Area Health Education Centers Week: observance, S1610 [25MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S195 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1184 [18MR]

Tributes

Lozeau, Donnalee, S957• [10MR]

SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

SHAMES, EDWARD

Bills and resolutions

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

SHANNON, SLATER

Remarks in House

Civil Air Patrol: General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipient, E180 [3MR]

SHARED UTILITY REWARDS FOR GRID EFFICIENCY (SURGE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

SHARP, HORACE (JIM)

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S194 [14JA]

SHARPSBURG, MD

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

SHAVER, FRED W., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2708 [25MR]

SHEEHAN, PATRICK

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1442 [20MR]

SHEEHAN, VIOLET

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

SHEEHY, TIM (a Senator from Montana)

Appointments

Acting President pro tempore, S301 [28JA], S619 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S1205 [18MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see S. 3654), S256 [15JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: reaffirm exclusive ownership, operational control, and financial responsibility for Lower Yellowstone Fish Bypass Channel (see S. 3409), S419 [30JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

China: prohibit conflicts of interest among consulting firms that simultaneously contract with China or other covered foreign entities and U.S. government (see S. 731), S490 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see S. 4091), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit covered entities that receive Federal financial assistance relative to semiconductors from purchasing semiconductor manufacturing equipment from foreign entities of concern or subsidiaries (see S. 3301), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S116 [8JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S419 [30JA]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S763 [3MR]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prioritize completion of Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (see S. 1470), S1010 [11MR]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (see S. 3746), S960 [10MR]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S763 [3MR]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see S. 3606), S419 [30JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see S. 556), S707 [26FE]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S291 [27JA]

Medicare: revise payments for air ambulance services (see S. 2518), S378 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S803 [4MR]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S419 [30JA]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S347 [28JA]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S442 [2FE]

Taxation: establish tax on income from litigation which is received by third-party entities that provided financing for such litigation (see S. 1821), S707 [26FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S50 [6JA] (see S. 3752), S419 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: authorize transfer of certain F–14 Tomcat aircraft to U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission (see S. 3899), S650 [24FE] (see S. 4161), S1544 [23MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require strategy for expanded use of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Trade Transparency Unit program (see S. 3608), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— remove requirement to consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes under Corridor Identification and Development Program (see S. 3728), S377 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

Senate, S301 [28JA]

Tributes

Washington, Dennis, S679• [25FE]

SHEETZ, STEVE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E7 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S253 [15JA]

SHELBY COUNTY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Harlan, IA: tribute to Sunset Scoops (business), S798 [4MR]

SHELDON, QUINN

Essays

State of the Union, S760 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

SHELTON, JIM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E62 [21JA]

SHELTON, TERRENCE

Remarks in House

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

SHEPHERD, JOHN T.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

SHEPHERD, PATRICK M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2453 [5MR]

SHERMAN, BRAD (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2371 [3MR]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H1977 [3FE]

Caribbean nations: authorize appropriations for Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, enhance U.S.-Caribbean security partnership, and prioritize disaster resilience (see H.R. 4368), H949 [20JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H1352 [22JA]

——— submit annual report on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of China (see H.R. 6275), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to provide notice in case of transfer of immigration detainee to new facility (see H.R. 5073), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of State: designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— develop strategy on efforts to strengthen subnational cooperation between U.S. and Mexico to combat trafficking of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids (see H.R. 4532), H1173 [21JA]

——— develop strategy to strengthen U.S.-European nuclear energy cooperation and combat Russian malign influence in nuclear energy sector in Europe (see H.R. 2504), H2370 [3MR]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H1173 [21JA]

——— establish Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening (see H.R. 7675), H2474 [5MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2120 [10FE]

——— submit report on participation in U.S. educational and cultural exchange programs compared to similar Chinese programs (see H.R. 6428), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2711 [25MR]

——— improve benefits to certain individuals who served under U.S. command in Philippines forces and Philippine Scouts during World War II (see H.R. 6013), H2628 [20MR]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H2097 [9FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Egypt: enact reforms to ensure Coptic Christians have same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens and take steps to end attacks on Christians (see H. Res. 776), H2221 [12FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2188 [11FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H2551 [17MR]

Foreign aid: authorize and encourage U.S. to pursue model of locally-led development and humanitarian response and expand engagement with local actors and increase its local partner base (see H.R. 6196), H2370 [3MR]

Foreign policy: increase cooperation with countries in Eastern Mediterranean region to strengthen energy security and defense capabilities (see H.R. 3307), H1173 [21JA]

——— prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2119 [10FE]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2370 [3MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2234 [20FE]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H1950 [2FE]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting payment changes (see H.R. 879), H2530 [16MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2297 [24FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H1949 [2FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H2712 [25MR]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H2712 [25MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2236 [20FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H1922 [30JA]

——— exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

Tibet: commemorate birthday of Dalai Lama and express support for human rights, religious freedom, and cultural and linguistic protection of Tibetan people (see H. Res. 515), H1173 [21JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (see H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: prohibit deployment or assignment of troops for duty to Greenland except at invitation of Denmark (H.R. 7192), H1172 [21JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (H.R. 7271), H1916 [27JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (H.R. 7806), H2421 [4MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (H.R. 5973), E76• [27JA]

Tributes

Delug, Samuel, E25• [12JA]

SHIPPING INDUSTRY related term(s) Cargo Transportation; Ships and Vessels

Bills and resolutions

Cargo transportation: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1356 [19MR]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

SHIPS AND VESSELS related term(s) Merchant Marine Industry

Amendments

Cargo transportation: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions

Cargo transportation: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Coast Guard: exempt certain vessels transporting crude oil and petroleum products from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8021), H2621 [19MR]

——— exempt certain vessels transporting liquefied natural gas from certain coastwise endorsement requirements (see H.R. 8020), H2621 [19MR]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for informal entry of certain shipments of merchandise (see H.R. 7224), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

Fish and fishing: make changes relative to direct loans by Dept. of Transportation and Maritime Administration for financing of fishing vessels (see H.R. 7350), H2029 [4FE]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

History: commend Sail250 for advancement of goodwill among nations, dedication to continuing legacy of commemorating U.S. history, and efforts to educate next generation of Americans about maritime heritage (see H.J. Res. 137), H134 [7JA]

——— recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

Massachusetts (U.S.S.): commissioning (see S. Res. 651), S1367 [19MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

States: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

Taxation: include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

Remarks in House

Cargo transportation: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

Navy: authorize to enter into contract for construction of submarine cable laying and repair ships (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

U.S.S. Delaware: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496, S1500 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1019 [12MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 688) (S. Rept. 119–101), S469 [3FE]

Protecting Global Fisheries Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1369), S552 [10FE]

Sanctioning Harborers and Dodgers of Western (SHADOW Fleet) Sanctions Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2904), S552 [10FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

S. 688, Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act, S1496–S1503 [22MR]

S. Res. 651, U.S.S. Massachusetts commissioning, S1380 [19MR]

SHIRLEY, NICK

Bills and resolutions

Congressional Gold Medal: award (see H.R. 6942), H11 [6JA] (see H.R. 6959), H134 [7JA]

SHISKOVA, EVGENIA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

SHIVWITS BAND OF PAIUTES JURISDICTIONAL CLARITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3073), H2514–H2516 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3073, provisions, H2515 [16MR]

SHOE INDUSTRY

Bills and resolutions

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Remarks in House

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

SHORELINE PUBLISHING, INC.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H108 [7JA]

SHORES, RAYMOND

Remarks in House

Tribute, E10 [7JA]

SHORT, FREEMAN

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

SHREVE, JEFFERSON (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Adoption: criminalize unlawful adoption practices (see H.R. 6170), H719 [13JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2188 [11FE]

Construction industries: expand capacity of junior or community colleges and career and technical education schools to conduct training services, education, and outreach for careers in residential construction industry (see H.R. 1055), H2032 [4FE]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office to treat illicit fentanyl as weapon of mass destruction (see H.R. 128), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal, State, and local efforts to combat access device fraud (see H.R. 3810), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H949 [20JA]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2297 [24FE]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (see H.R. 6469), H13 [6JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

FERC: establish best-available transmission conductor standard for certain transmission projects and provide for presumptions regarding cost recovery for such conductors (see H.R. 6633), H949 [20JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see H.R. 2257), H2421 [4MR]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see H.R. 7040), H717 [13JA]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see H.R. 7548), H2712 [25MR]

Health: modernize prescription verification process for contact lenses and clarify consumer protections regarding false advertising of contact lenses (see H.R. 4282), H2297 [24FE]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see H. Res. 1122), H2712 [25MR]

Korea, Democratic People’s Republic of: release abducted foreign nationals, including from Japan, return remains and provide information on those deceased, make reparations, and apologize and permanently cease such activities (see H. Res. 358), H2712 [25MR]

Medicare: provide for special enrollment period for individuals enrolled in COBRA continuation coverage (see H.R. 2744), H2370 [3MR]

Mental health: provide limited licensing reciprocity for college mental health providers to furnish mental health services through telehealth technology to students of institutions of higher education (see H.R. 5357), H2097 [9FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2422 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H949 [20JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2188 [11FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see H.R. 7126), H1977 [3FE]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H949 [20JA]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H2033 [4FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H1977 [3FE]

——— expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H2032 [4FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2677 [24MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

Dept. of HHS: maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (see H.R. 7236), H1912 [23JA]

Foreign aid: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (see H.R. 7633), H2234 [20FE]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (H.R. 7003), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of HHS: maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (H.R. 7236), H1912 [23JA]

Foreign aid: require U.S. flag to be displayed on U.S. foreign assistance (H.R. 7633), H2235 [20FE]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (H.R. 7121), H921 [15JA]

Remarks

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H602 [9JA]

District of Columbia: tribute to Freedom 250 Grand Prix race, H2085 [9FE]

Government: address waste, fraud, and abuse, H802 [14JA]

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H942 [20JA]

Votes: position on missed, H940• [20JA]

SHREVEPORT, LA

Remarks in Senate

Centenary College of Louisiana: anniversary (S. Res. 543), S90 [7JA]

SHRINER, JESSE

Remarks in House

Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co.: recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

SHUT DOWN SANCTUARY POLICIES ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

SHWACHMAN DIAMOND SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY

Bills and resolutions

Designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

SICKNICK, BRIAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1927 [2FE]

SIEBERT, CODY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2587 [18MR]

SIEGEL, MARK

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S678 [25FE]

SIGNAL PEAK ENERGY, LLC

Reports filed

Allow Certain Federal Minerals To Be Mined Consistent with Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 362) (S. Rept. 119–103), S577 [11FE]

SIGOURNEY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Grant Ranch Grub & Pub (business): tribute, S956 [10MR]

SIGSBEE, RYAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H605 [9JA]

SIKOSKI, JASON

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S230 [15JA]

SILLER, FRANK

Bills and resolutions

Congressional Gold Medal: award (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

SILVER, RICHARD A.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S46 [6JA]

SIMMONS, JOSHUA

Remarks in Senate

CIA: nomination to be General Counsel, S19 [6JA]

SIMMONS, NATHANAEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2269 [24FE]

SIMMONS, SARITA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E191 [5MR]

SIMMONS, TYLER H.

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

Senate: moment of silence for servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq, S1082 [17MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

SIMON, LATEEFAH (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: repeal oil and gas program and preserve Arctic coastal plain (see H.R. 3067), H2531 [16MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities (see H. Con. Res. 51), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H1949 [2FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

BLM: designate certain portions of Colorado Plateau red rock canyons and Basin and Range Deserts in Utah as wilderness (see H.R. 2467), H2188 [11FE]

Bureau of Justice Assistance: make grants to States, local governments, and gun dealers to conduct gun buyback programs (see H.R. 2948), H253 [8JA]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H136 [7JA]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2598 [18MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H2097 [9FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Commerce: transfer regulatory control of certain munitions exports to Dept. of State and develop inter-agency strategy to disrupt trafficking of firearms to Mexico and certain Central American and Caribbean countries (see H.R. 6736), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2297 [24FE]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: authorize Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (see H.R. 4733), H2333 [26FE]

——— establish direct care registered nurse-to-patient staffing ratio requirements in hospitals (see H.R. 3415), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2236 [20FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2297 [24FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: protect veterans and low-income families from housing discrimination based on source of income, veterans status, or military status (see H.R. 5443), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow use of certain grants for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see H.R. 6908), H2033 [4FE]

——— establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1977 [3FE]

——— establish task force to combat rising elder abuse of LGBTQI+ individuals (see H.R. 3811), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H656 [12JA]

——— make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H2097 [9FE]

Diseases and disorders: recognize importance of continued commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS worldwide (see H. Res. 955), H13 [6JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: prohibit sale and distribution of expanded polystyrene food service ware, expanded polystyrene loose fill, and expanded polystyrene coolers (see H.R. 1918), H2235 [20FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (see H.R. 6329), H2297 [24FE]

——— improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H253 [8JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Forest Service: provide lasting protection for inventoried roadless areas within National Forest System (see H.R. 3930), H656 [12JA]

FTC: sreport to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2185 [11FE]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2330 [25FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H136 [7JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H719 [13JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H2370 [3MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Newark, NJ: honor memory of victims of 1967 riots and acknowledge enduring impact on Newark community (see H. Res. 578), H136 [7JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H894 [14JA]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 321), H1977 [3FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

Social Security: exclude certain funds received from income for purposes of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 4967), H894 [14JA]

——— limit amount of monthly benefit that may be withheld due to overpayments (see H.R. 2999), H1977 [3FE]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H135 [7JA]

——— establish refundable tax credit for residential energy expenditures (see H.R. 6758), H136 [7JA]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2297 [24FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2474 [5MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (H.R. 7298), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H703 [13JA]

Dept. of HHS: provide for grant program to support access to free eye care services for students attending public elementary and secondary schools (H.R. 3541), H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2124 [11FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H911 [15JA]

Oakland, CA: anniversary of Grand Lake Theater, E181• [3MR]

SBA: modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H931 [20JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2124 [11FE]

Tributes

Coogler, Ryan, H2208 [12FE]

SIMONCIC, HUNTER

Remarks in Senate

Tribute (S. Res. 372), S1465 [21MR]

SIMPSON, DEREK

Remarks in House

Tribute, E185 [4MR]

SIMPSON, MICHAEL K. (a Representative from Idaho)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2551 [17MR]

Foundation for America’s Public Lands: reauthorize (see H.R. 4044), H2477 [9MR]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2336 [2MR]

Law enforcement: establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7846), H2471 [5MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2298 [24FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2530 [16MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H1949 [2FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: reissue final rule relative to gray wolves (see H.R. 5171), H925 [16JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H2223 [13FE], H2625 [20MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2223 [13FE], H2625 [20MR]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H200, H201 [8JA]

SIMPSON, PEGGY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E135 [12FE]

SIMS, FREDDIE POWELL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2708 [25MR]

SINGAPORE, REPUBLIC OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S335–S338 [28JA]

SINGH, BALDHIR

Remarks in House

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

SINGH, HARMINDER

Remarks in House

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

SINGH, JHILMAN

Remarks in House

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

SINGH, RAVINDER

Remarks in House

Saka Nakodar Day: observance, E260 [24MR]

SIROTA, ERIC

Remarks in House

Tribute, H802 [14JA]

SIVERTS, THOMAS M.

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas M. Siverts to be Marine Corps Brigadier General: Senator Wyden, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

SKANKEY, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2208 [12FE], H2652 [24MR]

SKELLY, J.P.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E77 [27JA]

SKELTON, LYNN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E198 [9MR]

SKI HILL RESOURCES FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

SKILLS-BASED FEDERAL CONTRACTING ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 5235, provisions, H2247 [23FE]

SKLARCZYK, BEN AND ALISON

Remarks in House

Nature Conservancy (organization): Michigan Chapter Conservation Innovation Award recipients, E36 [13JA]

SKOKIE, IL

Remarks in House

Hub’s Restaurant (business): anniversary, E171 [2MR]

SLABINSKI, BRITT K.

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1604 [25MR]

SLAVINSKAS, JONATHAN

Prayers

House of Representatives, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2240 [23FE]

SLOAN, NYKOWANNA HARRIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E141 [17FE]

SLOAN CANYON CONSERVATION AND LATERAL PIPELINE ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

SLOAN CANYON NATIONAL CONSERVATION AREA ACT

Remarks in Senate

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

SLOTKIN, ELISSA (a Senator from Michigan)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S837, S848 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see S. 1454), S1580 [24MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish dairy nutrition incentive program (see S. 1021), S115 [8JA]

——— modify delivery of technical assistance (see S. 156), S489 [4FE]

——— permit Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to be used to purchase additional types of items and increase amount of such benefits (see S. 1202), S162 [13JA]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

——— require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S345 [28JA]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see S. 3426), S346 [28JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S1206 [18MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

Families and domestic relations: improve research and data collection on stillbirths (see S. 2858), S90 [7JA]

Firearms: establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see S. 726), S419 [30JA]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S90 [7JA]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicaid: remove coverage exclusion for inmates in custody pending disposition of charges (see S. 1720), S626 [23FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S803 [4MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S1581 [24MR]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NIST: develop voluntary guidelines and specifications for internal and external assurances of artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 2615), S708 [26FE]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act: extend (see S. 356), S915 [9MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S708 [26FE]

Taxation: make permanent 7-year depreciation recovery period for motorsport entertainment complexes (see S. 1763), S116 [8JA]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see S. 2230), S345 [28JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S1091 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Construction industries: include certain yellow coloring as construction materials for purposes of Build America, Buy America Act (see S. 3819), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Defense: provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see S. 3766), S470 [3FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S80 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S1318, S1319, S1320 [19MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S332 [28JA], S1318, S1319 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1340 [19MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S332 [28JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1318 [19MR]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S332 [28JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S332 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S80 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S332 [28JA]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1318, S1319 [19MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1319 [19MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S80 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1340 [19MR]

SLOVENIA, REPUBLIC OF

Reports filed

Nomination of Asel Roberts To Be Ambassador to Slovenia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

SMALL BUSINESS related term(s) Business and Industry

Amendments

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Business and industry: amend laws relative to small company capital formation (see S. 4170), S1580 [24MR]

——— permit voluntary economic coordination, cooperation, agreement, or other association, compact, contract, or covenant entered into by or between any individual or group of individuals (see S. 3638), S220 [14JA]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Courts: protect main street retailers and end users in secondary patent actions (see H.R. 7140), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (see S. 3860), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Commerce: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

——— establish task force in International Trade Administration to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Defense: report on certain contracts and awards to small business concerns (see H.R. 7076), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish fund to provide grants to businesses affected by Federal immigration enforcement (see S. 3884), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— recognize Women-Owned Small Business program in procurement hierarchy of small business preferences (see S. 3896), S650 [24FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Minimum wage: increase (see S. 3780), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7471), H2118 [10FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

OMB: establish Office of Regulatory Relief to administer regulatory sandbox program under which agencies may provide waivers of agency rules and guidance (see S. 3998), S881 [5MR]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

——— allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

——— encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

——— enhance Office of Native American Affairs and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

——— establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

——— establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

——— modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H947 [20JA]

——— provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

——— require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny deduction for outsourcing payments (see H.R. 7559), H2219 [12FE]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— promote new business innovation (see S. 4207), S1614 [25MR]

——— provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

Tobacco products: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Save Local Business Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

Tipped Employee Protection Act: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Artificial intelligence (AI): support development of small business AI companies, H2490 [16MR]

Casper, WY: Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters (business) inclusion in New York (NY) Times best clothing stores list, H2013 [4FE]

Castro Valley, CA: anniversary of Pete’s Ace Hardware (business), E48 [16JA]

Chicago, IL: anniversary of Food Market La Chiquita (business), H594 [9JA]

Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.: anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

Dania Beach, FL: anniversary of Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor (business), E137 [13FE]

DeLand, FL: tribute to MBI Direct Mail + Digital (business), H2639 [24MR]

Delaware: tribute to Grassroots (business), H663 [13JA]

Dept. of Labor: clarify treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act (H.R. 4366), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H2083, H2085 [9FE]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (H.R. 1346), H1182, H1344 [22JA]

Food: tribute to local grocers for role in addressing food insecurity, H1176 [22JA]

Fort Worth, TX: anniversary of Sanders Travel Centre, E42 [14JA]

Grand Junction, CO: anniversary of Business Incubator Center, H2608 [19MR]

Independent Grocers Alliance, Inc.: anniversary, E76 [27JA]

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144 [20FE]

Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, Inc.: tribute to Dinner Dance Awards recipients, E146 [20FE]

M.L. Leddy’s (business): inclusion in New York (NY) Times’ Top 50 clothing stores list, E163 [25FE]

Manassas, VA: anniversary of Flower Gallery (business), H2490 [16MR]

Minimum wage: increase, H679 [13JA]

Munfordville, KY: anniversary of Green River Hill Grocery (business), E95 [3FE]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

San Dimas, CA: tribute to Paradise Gym (business) fundraiser for children and families, H1982 [4FE]

Savannah, GA: anniversary of Gallery 209 (art gallery), H664 [13JA]

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

——— modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Skokie, IL: anniversary of Hub’s Restaurant (business), E171 [2MR]

St. Marys, GA: anniversary of Riverview Hotel, H663 [13JA]

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1992 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2175 [11FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of Sparky’s Diner (business), H2084 [9FE]

York Springs, PA: anniversary of Lehman’s Feed & Home Center, H2636 [24MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Albia, IA: tribute to Coffee Grounds (business), S288 [27JA]

Centerville Produce, LLC: tribute, S47 [6JA]

Dayton Meat Products, Inc.: tribute, S643 [24FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Harlan, IA: tribute to Sunset Scoops (business), S798 [4MR]

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798 [4MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

Iowa City, IA: tribute to Hands Jewelers (business), S1611 [25MR]

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88 [7JA]

Lakeside, IA: tribute to Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center, S440 [2FE]

Laurens, IA: tribute to Heart N’ Home (business), S644 [24FE]

Le Mars, IA: tribute to Sugar N Spice (business), Lily Zita (business), and Mescher’s Clothing (business), S550 [10FE]

LeRette Funeral Chapel Inc: tribute, S288 [27JA]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Noble-T Arbor, LLC: tribute, S703 [26FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S102 [8JA], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR]

Rigby, ID: tribute to Survival Garden Seeds (business), S339 [28JA]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Sigourney, IA: tribute to Grant Ranch Grub & Pub (business), S956 [10MR]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE]

Waverly, IA: tribute to Z’s Pizza & Diner, S289 [27JA]

Webster City, IA: tribute to Boone River Financial (business), S1203 [18MR]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Put America on Commission Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

Regulation A+ Improvement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6541) (H. Rept. 119–526), H2326 [25FE]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act, H670 [13JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act, H685 [13JA]

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 3679, Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, H2244 [23FE]

H.R. 3692, Young Fishermen’s Development Act reauthorization, H2358 [3MR]

H.R. 5763, Main Street Parity Act, H930 [20JA]

H.R. 5764, AI for Mainstreet Act, H931 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

H.R. 5788, 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, H933 [20JA]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

S. Res. 592, International Year of the Woman Farmer, S381 [29JA]

SMALL BUSINESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

SBA: allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs for small businesses (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

——— establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

——— establish Innovation Centers Program to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

——— provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

Remarks in House

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

——— help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

Conflict of interests: require employees to certify that employee does not have any prohibited conflicts of interest relative to loans in which employee is involved (see H.R. 7401), H2040 [5FE]

Contracts: modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H947 [20JA]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Innovation Centers Program: establish to foster innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems in underserved communities through grants to minority-serving colleges and universities and community colleges (see S. 3876), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 8063), H2675 [24MR]

Office of Native American Affairs: enhance and increase funding (see H.R. 7396), H2040 [5FE]

Office of Whistleblower Awards: establish (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

Schools: encourage entrepreneurship training in after school programs (see S. 4133), S1205 [18MR]

Small business: allow small business development centers to provide information and assistance on apprenticeship programs (see S. 3832), S577 [11FE]

——— provide for loan guarantees to certain small businesses (see H.R. 7229), H1350 [22JA]

Small Business Innovation Research Program: extend (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

——— extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

Small Business Technology Transfer Program: extend (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

——— extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

Technology: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Veterans: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Credit: require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Northern Mariana Islands: amend microloan eligibility (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

SBA: modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H931 [20JA]

Small business: modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

Small Business Innovation Research Program: extend (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

Small Business Technology Transfer Program: extend (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— improve commercialization activities (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

Technology: help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Remarks in Senate

Idaho Small Business Development Center: anniversary, S798 [4MR]

Small Business Innovation Research Program: extend (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Small Business Technology Transfer Program: extend (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

Put America on Commission Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 5763, Main Street Parity Act, H930 [20JA]

H.R. 5764, AI for Mainstreet Act, H931 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

H.R. 5788, 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, H933 [20JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

SMALL BUSINESS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ADVANCEMENT ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3679, provisions, H2244 [23FE]

SMALL BUSINESS DEPENDENT CARE FSA OPPORTUNITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

S. 3971, provisions, S752–S756 [3MR], H2491–H2495 [16MR]

SMALL BUSINESS INVESTMENT ACT

Remarks in House

SBA: modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932–H934 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5763, Main Street Parity Act, H930 [20JA]

H.R. 5788, 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, H933 [20JA]

SMALL BUSINESS LENDING FRAUD PREVENTION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4130) (H. Rept. 119–525), H2325 [25FE]

SMALL CEMETERY CONVEYANCE ACT

Letters

Provisions: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2511 [16MR]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4284), H2510, H2511 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4284, provisions, H2510 [16MR]

SMALL ENTREPRENEURS’ EMPOWERMENT AND DEVELOPMENT (SEED) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 4171) (H. Rept. 119–572), H2709 [25MR]

SMALLWOOD, RICHARD

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see S. Res. 584), S257 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S532 [9FE]

Tribute (S. Res. 584), S263 [15JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 584, tribute, S260 [15JA]

SMART SPACE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 7388), H2650, H2651 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7388) (H. Rept. 119–562), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 7388, provisions, H2650 [24MR]

SMARTER PRETRIAL DETENTION FOR DRUG CHARGES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

Texts of

S. 3960, provisions, S735 [2MR]

SMARTER SENTENCING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Texts of

S. 3959, provisions, S733 [2MR]

SMARTT, REUBEN

Remarks in House

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

SMITH, ADAM (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Adoption: criminalize unlawful adoption practices (see H.R. 6170), H1950 [2FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H2120 [10FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2298 [24FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: provide for consideration of definition of antisemitism by International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance for enforcement of antidiscrimination laws, cosponsorship withdrawn (see H.R. 1007), H2598 [18MR]

——— provide for consideration of definition of antisemitism by International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance for enforcement of Federal antidiscrimination laws relative to education programs or activities (see H.R. 1007), H2032 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2531 [16MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H253 [8JA]

——— regulate law enforcement use of facial recognition technology, provide transparency to harmed individuals, and ensure assessment and reporting on use of such technology (see H.R. 4695), H2531 [16MR]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1950 [2FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1173 [21JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2120 [10FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

SSA: establish that political appointees and special government employees may not access beneficiary data systems and establish civil penalties for violations relating to disclosure or access of beneficiary information (see H.R. 1877), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, E124• [10FE], E193• [5MR]

Tributes

MacNaughton, Phil, E110• [4FE]

SMITH, ADRIAN (a Representative from Nebraska)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: prohibit taxpayer funded abortions (see H.R. 7), H2676 [24MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H1950 [2FE]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service Modernization: establish (see H.R. 2307), H2421 [4MR]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: make certain regulations relating to shell eggs inapplicable to surplus broiler hatching eggs (see H.R. 2222), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for consideration of definition of antisemitism by International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance for enforcement of Federal antidiscrimination laws relative to education programs or activities (see H.R. 1007), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2677 [24MR]

EPA: provide for consistent definition for plant biostimulants (see H.R. 3783), H1949 [2FE]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H2484 [12MR]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see H.R. 4032), H656 [12JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2474 [5MR]

Government: prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2677 [24MR]

Korea, Democratic People’s Republic of: release abducted foreign nationals, including from Japan, return remains and provide information on those deceased, make reparations, and apologize and permanently cease such activities (see H. Res. 358), H1950 [2FE]

Medicare: ensure high-quality remote physiologic monitoring services for beneficiaries in rural and underserved areas (see H.R. 3108), H1949 [2FE]

——— prohibit approved medical residency training programs from requiring opt-out abortion training (see H.R. 6219), H136 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H1977 [3FE]

——— require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2042 [5FE]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H2712 [25MR]

——— establish tax on income from litigation which is received by third-party entities that provided financing for such litigation (see H.R. 3512), H1352 [22JA]

——— make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2677 [24MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2421 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicare: allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

Taxation: provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (H.R. 7666), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (H.R. 7922), H2484 [12MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1913 [27JA], H2043 [9FE], H2335 [2MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1913 [27JA], H2335 [2MR]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H638 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2555 [18MR]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H643 [12JA]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2159, H2160 [11FE]

Tributes

Worden, James, H2014 [4FE]

SMITH, CHRISTOPHER H. (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Heart Month: designate (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Bureau of Prisons: address sexual harassment and sexual assault of staff in prisons (see H.R. 868), H2473 [5MR]

——— increase penalty for prohibited provision of phone in correctional facility (see H.R. 3353), H2473 [5MR]

——— provide direct hire authority (see H.R. 3342), H2477 [9MR]

——— require Director conduct comprehensive review of understaffing (see H.R. 2879), H2477 [9MR]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2188 [11FE]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2098 [9FE]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2229 [17FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

——— develop and implement comprehensive campus modernization plan for U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (see H.R. 2429), H1949 [2FE]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2598 [18MR]

——— require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see H.R. 5880), H2229 [17FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H616 [9JA]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2712 [25MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1950 [2FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H2120 [10FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2098 [9FE]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2033 [4FE]

Transportation: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H922 [15JA]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (see H.R. 7482), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (see H.R. 7457), H2117 [10FE]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Reinforcing Nicaragua’s Adherence to Conditions for Electoral Reform (RENACER) Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 7055), H892 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: fund prize competitions to accelerate innovation in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease (H.R. 7482), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (H.R. 7807), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of State: require comprehensive report on U.S. efforts to address religious persecution and mass atrocities in Nigeria (H.R. 7457), H2119 [10FE]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (H.R. 7967), H2551 [17MR]

Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA): reauthorize and amend (H.R. 7055), H894 [14JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H1 [3JA], H2227 [17FE]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1 [3JA], H2227 [17FE]

Remarks

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, H1339, H1340, H1341 [22JA]

——— prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2402 [4MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H220 [8JA]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, H1342 [22JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H220 [8JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1141 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1339 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2402 [4MR]

Wall Township, NJ: anniversary, E193<07>Z• [5MR]

SMITH, DARIN

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

SMITH, JAMES

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

SMITH, JAMES, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E256 [24MR]

SMITH, JASON (a Representative from Missouri)

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy? Gracelin Baskaran, Center for Strategic and International Studies, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H2484 [12MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Public Safety Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 535), H925 [16JA]

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence: Heartbeat International (organization), H1143 [21JA]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H637, H640, H641 [12JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H217, H222, H226 [8JA]

——— advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), motion to discharge, H123 [7JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634, H637 [12JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2007 [4FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2197, H2200, H2203 [12FE]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642, H645 [12JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H217, H222, H226 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1139, H1143, H1144, H1146 [21JA]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197 [12FE]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Tributes

Myers, William D., E184• [4MR]

Roman, Mark, H2021 [4FE]

Wade, Oscar L., E88• [2FE]

SMITH, JUSTIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E19 [9JA]

SMITH, REBECCA SAWYER

Remarks in House

Tribute, E140 [17FE]

SMITH, RICHARD E., JR. (GENE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E65 [22JA]

SMITH, SAMANTHA

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

SMITH, TINA (a Senator from Minnesota)

Amendments

Dept. of Defense: making appropriations (H.R. 4016), S116 [8JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S894 [5MR], S939 [9MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S222 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S379 [29JA]

Courts: include Tribal courts as courts of competent jurisdiction relative to access to electronic evidence for criminal investigations (see S. 1574), S732 [2MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize Tribal meat inspection by Tribal personnel (see S. 3994), S802 [4MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Commerce: require establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs (see S. 3965), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require all Federal law enforcement officers engaged in or supporting immigration enforcement or related activities to wear and operate body camera to ensure transparency and accountability (see S. 3699), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of the Interior: assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see S. 3478), S682 [25FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S652 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: authorize urbanized area formula grants for service improvement and safety and security enhancement (see S. 3455), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabis and cannabinoid products (see S. 3474), S162 [13JA]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Housing: ensure that federally-backed financing for construction, rehabilitation, or purchase of manufactured home communities is available only if owner has implemented minimum consumer protections in lease agreements (see S. 1194), S553 [10FE]

——— impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see S. 1677), S763 [3MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Medicare: eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S471 [3FE]

Motor vehicles: ensure consumers have access to data relating to their motor vehicles, critical repair information, and tools, and to provide choices for maintenance, service, and repair of their motor vehicles (see S. 1379), S707 [26FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see S. 2265), S1206 [18MR]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S733 [2MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S916 [9MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S221 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: require Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in livestock industry (see S. 4168), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see S. 4025), S915 [9MR]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S319 [28JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S999 [11MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S319 [28JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S319 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S319 [28JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S319 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S319 [28JA]

SMITH, WILLIAM H.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E67 [22JA]

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Appointments

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022–H2025 [4FE], H2672 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, S995–S999 [11MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

SMITS, MARK

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34 [13JA]

SMOKETOWN, PA

Remarks in House

Rohrer Seeds (business): anniversary, E153 [23FE]

SMOLYAK, SERGIY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H698 [13JA]

SMUCKER, LLOYD (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see H.R. 7306), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (see H.R. 7236), H2120 [10FE]

——— measure improper payments and establish goals for eliminating fraud and improper payments under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program block grants to States (see H.R. 2242), H2370 [3MR]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see H.R. 4093), H2474 [5MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H1950 [2FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see H.R. 3289), H1916 [27JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1923 [30JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H719 [13JA]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2221 [12FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (H.R. 7808), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (H.R. 6972), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (H.R. 7847), H2473 [5MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (H.R. 8025), H2622 [19MR]

Remarks

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88• [2FE]

Lancaster County, PA: tribute to Garden Spot FFA Chapter, E31• [13JA]

Lancaster County Beekeepers Society: anniversary, E18• [8JA]

Manheim, PA: anniversary of Root’s Country Market, H110 [7JA]

Mental Health America of Lancaster County (organization): anniversary, E212• [12MR]

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115• [9FE]

National FFA Organization: tribute to Pennsylvania FFA officers, H110 [7JA]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88• [2FE]

Pennsylvania State Society Children of the American Revolution: tribute, E185• [4MR]

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13• [8JA]

Shannon, Slater: Civil Air Patrol General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipient, E180• [3MR]

Smoketown, PA: anniversary of Rohrer Seeds (business), E153• [23FE]

Tributes

Horn, Joanne, H109 [7JA]

Stull, Sherri, E243• [19MR]

SNAP FRAUD REPORTING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

SNIDER FAMILY

Remarks in House

National Beef Quality Assurance Award: recipient, H2344 [3MR]

SNOOK, MATTHEW T. (TY)

Bills and resolutions

Tribute (see S. Res. 581), S162 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Tribute, H104 [7JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S152, S158 [13JA]

Tribute (S. Res. 581), S473 [3FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 581, tribute, S163 [13JA]

SO, LAYLA E.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H141 [8JA]

SOCIAL CUSTOMS

Bills and resolutions

Animals: express disapproval of slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encourage Japan to enact nationwide ban on such practices (see H. Res. 1110), H2476 [9MR]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

SOCIAL DETERMINANTS FOR MOMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

SOCIAL SECURITY related term(s) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; Public Welfare Programs

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

Benefits: repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: require Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test model implementing most-favored-nation drug pricing (see H.R. 7837), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish rural provider demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals eligible for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program (see S. 4208), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand education and workforce training opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7343), H2029 [4FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

——— publish information on expenditures under Medicare program (see S. 3848), S577 [11FE]

——— strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HUD: improve coordination with Federal housing assistance programs for youth who have experienced foster care (see H.R. 7432), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Disabled: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

——— allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

——— establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

——— exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6986), H252 [8JA]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Federal aid programs: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (see S. Res. 579), S115 [8JA]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Health: make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

Health care facilities: require providers to disclose policies regarding minimum gestational age at which life-saving care will be provided to infant in case of premature birth (see H.R. 7912), H2482 [12MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

——— codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

——— cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

——— ensure appropriate availability of personal care services (see H.R. 7713), H2328 [25FE]

——— increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

——— remove certain age restrictions on eligibility for working adults with disabilities (see S. 3690), S290 [27JA]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: align payment for specified surgical procedures with high-cost supplies furnished in office-based facilities (see H.R. 7863), H2475 [9MR]

——— allow payments for certain items and services furnished at excepted off-campus outpatient departments of provider to be determined under prospective payment system for hospital outpatient department services (see S. 3908), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7666), H2296 [24FE]

——— delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

——— eliminate 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services (see S. 4076), S1046 [12MR]

——— ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7966), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— establish demonstration program to provide payment for living kidney donor transplant facilitator training (see H.R. 7581), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see S. 3934), S706 [26FE]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

——— expand eligibility for incentives under health professional shortage area bonus program to practitioners furnishing mental health and substance use disorder services (see H.R. 7324), H1975 [3FE]

——— expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— improve access to mental health services (see S. 4202), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

——— increase penalties for health care fraud (see S. 3593), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 7569), H2224 [13FE]

——— limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

——— modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— permit additional accrediting organizations to approve specialized Medicare Advantage plans for special needs individuals (see H.R. 6974), H251 [8JA]

——— permit private cause of action for damages when primary plan fails to provide for primary payment or appropriate reimbursement (see S. 3816), S552 [10FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see S. 4085), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide coverage for ALS-related services for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (see S. 3763), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7336), H1976 [3FE]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment (see S. 3872), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7546), H2218 [12FE]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

——— provide for option for individuals age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (see H.R. 7106), H919 [15JA]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7023), H655 [12JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

——— prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

SSA: improve procedures to close or reduce access to field offices (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

——— permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

——— request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

Cost Estimates

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): CBO, H2575 [18MR]

Letters

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Benefits: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

Budget: reform entitlement programs, H244–H246 [8JA], H713–H715 [13JA], H1167–H1170 [21JA], H2026–H2028 [4FE], H2178–H2181 [11FE], H2463–H2466 [5MR], H2616–H2619 [19MR]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, H229 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

Diseases and disorders: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with young-onset Alzheimer’s (H.R. 6799), H2190 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs, H2458 [5MR]

——— protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Health: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2568–H2576 [18MR]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

——— limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

——— establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

——— funding, H1955 [3FE]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (H.R. 4317), H928 [20JA]

——— ensure that prior authorization medical decisions are determined by physicians (H.R. 2433), H2011 [4FE]

——— establish improved Medicare for All national health insurance program (H.R. 3069), H111 [7JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

——— provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (H.R. 842), H1176 [22JA]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program, H1169 [21JA], H2027 [4FE]

——— reform Medicare Advantage program (H.R. 3467), H715 [13JA], H2180 [11FE], H2465 [5MR]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H150 [8JA], H727 [14JA], H1991 [4FE], H2046 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE], H2543 [17MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

SSA: funding, H228 [8JA], H635 [12JA]

——— improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Trump, President: affirm promise not to raise Social Security and Medicare retirement age (H. Res. 657), H2105 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— impeachment, H2214 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S143, S146 [13JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147–S152 [13JA]

——— Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA], S63 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid, S415 [30JA]

Federal aid programs: affirm importance to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations (S. Res. 579), S119 [8JA]

Insurance: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

——— reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans, S204 [14JA]

Iowa: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Rural Health Transformation Fund grant recipient, S19 [6JA]

Medicaid: funding, S65 [7JA]

——— require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Medicare: expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (S. 3934), S709 [26FE]

——— implementation of drug price negotiation program, S65 [7JA]

SSA: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

Reports filed

Clergy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 227) (H. Rept. 119–425), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Deporting Fraudsters Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1958) (H. Rept. 119–467), H1914 [27JA]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 1958, Deporting Fraudsters Act, H2568 [18MR]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

S. 269, Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, H634 [12JA]

S. 3607, Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act, S116 [8JA]

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

S. 4202, Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 579, affirm importance of Social Security to people of U.S. and express that it must be preserved, protected, and strengthened for current and future generations, S118 [8JA]

SOCIAL SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Disabled: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (see S. 3924), S681 [25FE]

Federal aid programs: provide benefits only to individuals verified to be U.S. citizens (see H.R. 7213), H1349 [22JA]

Field offices: improve procedures to close or reduce access (see H.R. 7228), H1350 [22JA]

House of Representatives: request President furnish information relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Social Security: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

Ticket to Work Program: disseminate information to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H1914 [27JA]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Letters

We Can’t Wait Act: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Funding, H228 [8JA], H635 [12JA]

Social Security: improve customer service through restoration of agency workforce, reopening of hearing and field offices, and increased funding, H1177 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Disabled: permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during disability insurance benefit waiting period (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

SOCIAL SECURITY FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

SOIL CONSERVATION AND REGENERATION EDUCATION (SOIL CARE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE]

SOLANO COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Stern, Margi: California 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264 [25MR]

SOLAR ENERGY related term(s) Power Resources

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Biden, Joseph R., Jr.: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S363 [29JA]

Power resources: national energy policy, S362 [29JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR]

SOLID WASTE see Refuse Disposal; Sewage Disposal

SOLYAN, BRADLEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2173 [11FE]

SOMALI AMERICANS

Remarks in House

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Remarks in Senate

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

SOMALIA, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: report to Congress on barriers to Somaliland’s access to U.S. financial system (see H.R. 7993), H2620 [19MR]

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (see H.R. 7359), H2030 [4FE]

——— terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Remarks in House

Immigration: prohibit immigration relief for certain citizens or nationals of Somalia (H.R. 7359), H2015 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

SONOMA COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Reyes Larios, Maricarmen: Sonoma County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E270 [25MR]

SORENSEN, ERIC (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: repeal oil and gas program and preserve Arctic coastal plain (see H.R. 3067), H2188 [11FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H1352 [22JA]

——— reduce qualifying time for spouse of active duty member to take leave (see H.R. 4351), H1923 [30JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

BLS: prepare and publish Consumer Price Index for Rural Consumers (see H.R. 1038), H2551 [17MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2333 [26FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: clarify availability and appropriateness of training for local school food service personnel (see H.R. 3367), H2032 [4FE]

——— establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see H.R. 1538), H1949 [2FE]

——— lower minimum identified student percentage for universal meal service in high poverty areas (see H.R. 5128), H2336 [2MR]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: require institutions of higher education to print information on suicide prevention resources on student identification cards to improve access to mental health services (see H.R. 3624), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2334 [26FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct study on long-term physiological and psychological effects of military aviation veterans who served as aviators in Armed Forces (see H.R. 4805), H2297 [24FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

——— extend certain benefits to National Guard members who incur disabilities while performing State active duty (see H.R. 1824), H656 [12JA]

——— furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H1916 [27JA]

Education: express that paraprofessionals and education support staff in schools and universities should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions (see H. Res. 297), H1352 [22JA]

FBI: establish national strategy for combating scams (see H.R. 6425), H2422 [4MR]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2551 [17MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1352 [22JA]

GAO: conduct study on grocery costs to U.S. consumers (see H.R. 887), H2530 [16MR]

Government: require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2235 [20FE]

Medicare: provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H1923 [30JA]

Mental health: remove terms ‘‘mentally retarded’’ and ‘‘mental retardation’’ from Federal law (see H.R. 3420), H2259 [23FE]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see H.R. 5626), H1977 [3FE]

NIST: establish Biopharmaceutical Center of Excellence (see H.R. 6089), H2042 [5FE]

NOAA: ensure uninterrupted storage of data sets (see H.R. 6184), H1352 [22JA]

——— expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Pharmaceuticals: establish special registration under Controlled Substances Act for schedule I eligible investigational drugs under Federal Right To Try law (see H.R. 6434), H2221 [12FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2677 [24MR]

Schools: authorize grants to implement school-community partnerships for preventing substance use and misuse among youth (see H.R. 894), H2598 [18MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2297 [24FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Veterans: make homebuyers aware of all loan options by providing veterans with written comparison of Dept. of Veterans Affairs, FHA, and conventional loan options (see H.R. 3694), H1352 [22JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

National Weather Safety Board: establish (H.R. 7848), H2473 [5MR]

Tributes

Zvonik, Roald, H2668 [24MR]

SOSKIN, BETTY REID

Remarks in House

Tribute, H910 [15JA], E36 [13JA]

SOTO, DARREN (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2236 [20FE]

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2042 [5FE]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

Defense Health Agency: restore appropriations for research, development, test, and evaluation, including Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (see H.R. 3906), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot grant program to award grants under commodity supplemental food program to facilitate home delivery of commodities to certain senior citizens (see H.R. 1538), H2188 [11FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2188 [11FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— allow certain public health data modernization grants to be used to track hospital bed capacity (see H.R. 2936), H2236 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2371 [3MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— protect consumers from price-gouging of residential rental and sale prices (see H.R. 3214), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Transportation: conduct study on effect of driver-controlled technology in motor vehicles relative to severe traffic injuries and fatalities (see H.R. 3360), H2221 [12FE]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 928), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: establish pilot grant program to improve recycling accessibility (see H.R. 2145), H2229 [17FE]

FDA: specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1977 [3FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H656 [12JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2032 [4FE]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H949 [20JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H922 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2334 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare: ensure equitable payment for, and preserve beneficiary access to, cancer treatments under hospital outpatient prospective payment system (see H.R. 8032), H2627 [20MR]

——— establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see H.R. 7905), H2482 [12MR]

——— prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see H.R. 5940), H2598 [18MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H253 [8JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Park Service: establish Historic Preservation Workforce Development Program (see H.R. 7179), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2120 [10FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2712 [25MR]

——— allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2032 [4FE]

Terrorism: provide compensation for U.S. victims of Libyan state sponsored terrorism (see H.R. 6527), H2474 [5MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2236 [20FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Wildlife: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H1173 [21JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (H.R. 7299), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, E139•, E140•, E141• [17FE]

Tributes

Barnhardt, Denielle, E140• [17FE]

Belabre, Bianca, E139• [17FE]

Blake, Arlene, E139• [17FE]

Cloud, Justin, E141• [17FE]

Evens, Chundra L., E140• [17FE]

McKinnie, Johnnie M., E141• [17FE]

Moore, Craig, E140• [17FE]

Royal, Ladara, E141• [17FE]

Sloan, Nykowanna Harris, E141• [17FE]

SOULE, NATE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H725 [14JA]

SOUTH AMERICA

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of State: revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

——— submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

——— permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

——— prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

Texts of

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

SOUTH CAROLINA

Bills and resolutions

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S609 [12FE]

Obituaries

Hipp, Van D., E157 [24FE]

Remarks in House

Blythewood, SC: tribute to Blythewood High School girls’ basketball team, E208 [12MR]

Columbia, SC: tribute to Ridge View High School boys’ basketball team, E209 [12MR]

Economic status, H1939 [2FE], H2430 [5MR]

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

Greer, SC: anniversary, H2706 [25MR]

Murrells Inlet, SC: opening of Brookgreen Gardens Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens, E27 [12JA]

National Guard: tribute, H705 [13JA]

North Augusta, SC: tribute to North Augusta High School boys’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

——— tribute to North Augusta High School girls’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA]

State budget: release, E69 [22JA]

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA], E53 [20JA]

SOUTH DAKOTA

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Motions

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, E122 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72–S74 [7JA]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S691 [26FE]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, S674 [25FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Daniel Satterlee To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

Texts of

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

SOUTH KOREA see Korea, Republic of

SOUTH SUDAN, REPUBLIC OF

Messages

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

SOUTHEAST ASIA

Bills and resolutions

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Philippines: anniversary of diplomatic relations with U.S., E37 [13JA]

Texts of

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

SOUTHEAST GEORGIA LEADERSHIP FORUM

Remarks in House

Ford, Kay: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2417 [4MR]

Lee, Kendria: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Emerging Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Parker, Greg: Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Legacy Leader award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

SOUTHERN ARIZONA VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Taulton, Rose: Southern Arizona Volunteer Management Association Volunteer of the Year award recipient, H2176 [11FE]

SPACE POLICY related term(s) National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Bills and resolutions

Edwin P. Hubble Post Office, Marshfield, MO: designate (see S. 4052), S1009 [11MR]

FCC: expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

——— reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

Space Force: submit feasibility report on expanding Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender (see S. 4201), S1614 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179 [3MR]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2242–H2244 [23FE]

——— reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

Reports filed

Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 2600) (H. Rept. 119–502), H2232 [20FE]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 2600, Accessing Satellite Capabilities To Enable New Discoveries (ASCEND) Act, H2242 [23FE]

SPAIN, KINGDOM OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S459–S467 [3FE]

SPANO, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2084 [9FE]

SPARTZ, VICTORIA (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Fiscal Commission: establish (see H.R. 3289), H2370 [3MR]

Health: codify rule requiring hospitals and insurers disclose discounted cash pricing and negotiated rates to consumers (see H.R. 5582), H2042 [5FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2330 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Agriculture: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (see H.R. 7851), H2471 [5MR]

EPA: exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (see H.R. 7849), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Agriculture: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (H.R. 7850), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: publish information related to orders under commodity promotion laws (H.R. 7851), H2473 [5MR]

EPA: exempt nonroad engines and vehicles used for agricultural purposes from Clean Air Act emission standards (H.R. 7849), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, H2277• [24FE]

Tributes

Paredes, Sam, E223• [17MR]

SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (Mike Johnson)

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Appointments

American Folklife Center Board of Trustees, H801 [14JA]

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Commission To Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party (House, Select), H126 [7JA]

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Committee to notify President that quorum of House of Representatives has assembled, H4 [6JA]

Congressional-Executive Commission on China, H801 [14JA]

House of Representatives Inspector General, H2325 [25FE]

Medal of Valor Review Board, H2600 [19MR]

National Council on Disability, H1935 [2FE]

NATO Parliamentary Assembly, H801 [14JA]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

Begich, Representative, H923 [16JA]

Bost, Representative, H1911 [23JA]

Bresnahan, Representative, H2475 [9MR]

Cloud, Representative, H2099 [10FE]

Clyde, Representative, H663 [13JA]

Collins, Representative, H2487 [16MR]

Evans, Representative Gabe, H2121 [11FE]

Ezell, Representative, H1951 [3FE]

Griffith, Representative, H1919 [30JA]

Guest, Representative, H2599 [19MR]

Hurd, Representative, H2635 [24MR]

Kennedy, Representative Mike, H2331 [26FE], H2343 [3MR]

Mann, Representative, H1979 [4FE]

McClintock, Representative, H2533 [17MR]

Miller, Representative Carol D., H2423 [5MR]

Miller, Representative Mary E., H2261 [24FE]

Moore, Representative Riley M., H2231 [20FE], H2679 [25MR]

Newhouse, Representative, H1125 [21JA], H2039 [5FE]

Norman, Representative, H2373 [4MR]

Simpson, Representative, H2223 [13FE], H2625 [20MR]

Smith, Representative Adrian, H1913 [27JA], H2043 [9FE], H2335 [2MR]

Smith, Representative Christopher H., H1 [3JA], H2227 [17FE]

Taylor, Representative, H617 [12JA], H1925 [2FE], H2237 [23FE]

Valadao, Representative, H103 [7JA], H1175 [22JA]

Wied, Representative, H137 [8JA]

Williams, Representative Roger, H927 [20JA]

Wittman, Representative, H721 [14JA], H2479 [12MR]

Discharge petitions signed

Congress: advance certain policy priorities (H.R. 6039), consideration (H. Res. 982), H1923 [30JA], H2042 [5FE], H2225 [13FE], H2334 [26FE], H2634 [20MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (H. Res. 1096), H2633 [20MR]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 1689), consideration (H. Res. 965), H1923 [30JA], H2042 [5FE], H2225 [13FE], H2334 [26FE], H2474 [5MR], H2634 [20MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (H.R. 1908), consideration (H. Res. 725), H616 [9JA], H925 [16JA], H2474 [5MR]

Taxation: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (H.R. 4304), H2225 [13FE], H2334 [26FE]

Ukraine: authorize support, and sanction Russia, relative to Russian invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 2913), consideration (H. Res. 518), H2042 [5FE]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (H. Res. 1046), H2634 [20MR]

Letters

District work period: by, H1335 [22JA]

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives: Christina Adkins, Texas Director of Elections, H1936 [2FE]

——— Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk of the House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, H2167 [11FE]

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, H2008 [4FE]

National Emergency Relative to Energy: President Trump, H691 [13JA]

National Emergency Relative to Iran: President Trump, H2367 [3MR]

National Emergency Relative to Russia: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, H2698 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, H691 [13JA]

National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, H2697 [25MR]

Notices

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Education and Workforce (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on the Judiciary (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Election of Representative Kiley to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) vacated, H2581 [18MR]

Oaths of office

Menefee, Christian D.: House of Representatives, H1937, H1947 [2FE]

Resignations

Committee on Ethics (House): Representative Rutherford, H4 [6JA]

Committee on Foreign Affairs (House): Representative McCormick, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House): Representative Beyer, H2082 [9FE]

——— Representative Max L. Miller, H2687 [25MR]

Committee on Small Business (House): Representative Conaway, H1935 [2FE]

——— Representative Downing, H2687 [25MR]

——— Representative LaLota, H2687 [25MR]

House Republican Caucus: Representative Kiley, H2580 [18MR]

Subpoena Notices

U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, H1993 [4FE]

SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Designated Speaker pro tempore

Begich, Representative, H923 [16JA]

Bost, Representative, H1911 [23JA]

Bresnahan, Representative, H2475 [9MR]

Cloud, Representative, H2099 [10FE]

Clyde, Representative, H663 [13JA]

Collins, Representative, H2487 [16MR]

Evans, Representative Gabe, H2121 [11FE]

Ezell, Representative, H1951 [3FE]

Griffith, Representative, H1919 [30JA]

Guest, Representative, H2599 [19MR]

Hurd, Representative, H2635 [24MR]

Kennedy, Representative Mike, H2331 [26FE], H2343 [3MR]

Mann, Representative, H1979 [4FE]

McClintock, Representative, H2533 [17MR]

Miller, Representative Carol D., H2423 [5MR]

Miller, Representative Mary E., H2261 [24FE]

Moore, Representative Riley M., H2231 [20FE], H2679 [25MR]

Newhouse, Representative, H1125 [21JA], H2039 [5FE]

Norman, Representative, H2373 [4MR]

Simpson, Representative, H2223 [13FE], H2625 [20MR]

Smith, Representative Adrian, H1913 [27JA], H2043 [9FE], H2335 [2MR]

Smith, Representative Christopher H., H1 [3JA], H2227 [17FE]

Taylor, Representative, H617 [12JA], H1925 [2FE], H2237 [23FE]

Valadao, Representative, H103 [7JA], H1175 [22JA]

Wied, Representative, H137 [8JA]

Williams, Representative Roger, H927 [20JA]

Wittman, Representative, H721 [14JA], H2479 [12MR]

SPECIAL DAYS AND HOLIDAYS

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by Senator Kaine, S627–S632 [24FE]

——— read by several Representatives, H2309–H2314 [25FE]

Amendments

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR] (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

American Heart Month: designate (see S. Res. 614), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1043), H2095 [9FE]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1050), H2118 [10FE]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE] (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (see S. Res. 611), S610 [12FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1112), H2483 [12MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: require employers to compensate employees working on legal public holiday for such work at rate that is not less than one and one-half times regular rate at which employee is employed (see S. 3867), S609 [12FE]

Detransition Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 643), S1056 [16MR]

Happy Land Social Club Fire Day of Remembrance: designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see S. Res. 625), S731 [2MR] (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (see S. Res. 649), S1205 [18MR]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists: observance (see S. Res. 645), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lincoln’s Birthday: designate as legal public holiday (see H.R. 7663), H2296 [24FE]

Long COVID Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1136), H2711 [25MR]

Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Multiple System Atrophy Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1117), H2530 [16MR]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see S. Res. 628), S882 [5MR] (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Assistant Principals Week: designate (see S. Res. 658), S1544 [23MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see S. Res. 656), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Cancer Prevention Day: designate (see H. Res. 1037), H2031 [4FE]

National Cleaning Week: designate (see H. Res. 1127), H2621 [19MR]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

National Desert Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 138), H252 [8JA]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE] (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1024), H1921 [30JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE] (see H.J. Res. 148), H1948 [2FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: designate (see H. Res. 1052), H2119 [10FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1033), H1976 [3FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR] (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (see S. Res. 620), S707 [26FE]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

School Social Work Week: designate (see H. Res. 1103), H2420 [4MR]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1133), H2676 [24MR]

Washington’s Birthday: change date designated (see H.R. 7663), H2296 [24FE]

Year of Math: observance (see H. Res. 1091), H2336 [2MR]

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

American Heart Month: observance, H1991 [4FE]

Black History Month: observance, H1940–H1946 [2FE], H1986, H2011, H2022 [4FE], H2085–H2089 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2174 [11FE], H2189, H2207, H2208, H2211 [12FE], H2262 [24FE], H2300 [25FE], H2429 [5MR], E89 [2FE], E101 [4FE], E134 [12FE], E139, E140, E141 [17FE], E146 [20FE], E243 [19MR]

Black Music Month: observance, H1980 [4FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: observance, H2261 [24FE]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

Mamroneck, NY: tribute to Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade, H2426 [5MR]

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: observance, H911, H912, H914 [15JA], H942–H946 [20JA]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

National Agriculture Week: observance, H2536 [17MR], H2586 [18MR], H2608 [19MR]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H142, H227 [8JA], H1158 [21JA]

National Cancer Prevention Month: observance, E160 [24FE]

National FFA Week: observance, H2262, H2264 [24FE]

National Kidney Month: observance, H2668 [24MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, H2708 [25MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2560 [18MR], H2669–H2672 [24MR], E178 [3MR], E229, E230, E231 [18MR], E263 [25MR]

Red Cross Month: observance, H2425 [5MR]

Renewable Fuels Month: designate (H. Res. 375), H1185 [22JA]

——— designate (H. Res. 375), adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

Savannah, GA: inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

Spokane, WA; tribute to Lunar New Year celebration, H2268 [24FE]

St. Patrick’s Day: observance, H2533 [17MR]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

World Hearing Day: observance, E176 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

American Heart Month: designate (S. Res. 614), S689 [25FE]

Black History Month: observance (S. Res. 615), S689 [25FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (S. Res. 611), S616 [12FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (S. Res. 617), S716 [26FE]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: observance, S1561 [24MR]

Hawaiian Language Month: observance, S714 [26FE]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (S. Res. 649), S1202 [18MR]

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

National Agriculture Week: observance, S1059 [17MR]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, S141 [13JA]

National CACFP Week: designate (S. Res. 656), S1523 [22MR]

National Day of Play: designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (S. Res. 619), S716 [26FE]

National FFA Week: designate (S. Res. 622), S716 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S95 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S230 [15JA]

National Lung Cancer Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 570), S140 [12JA]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

National Mentoring Month: observance (S. Res. 600), S516 [5FE]

National Public Schools Week: designate (S. Res. 621), S716 [26FE]

National School Choice Week: observance, S366, S367 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (S. Res. 596), S495 [4FE]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (S. Res. 626), S851 [4MR], S907 [9MR]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (S. Res. 601), S518 [5FE]

National TRIO Day: observance, S969 [11MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, S1159 [18MR]

Rare Disease Day: designate (S. Res. 620), S716 [26FE]

Reports filed

Adopt H. Res. 375, Renewable Fuels Month: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Texts of

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. Con. Res. 28, Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, S966 [10MR]

S. Res. 586, National Stalking Awareness Month, S293 [27JA]

S. Res. 587, National School Choice Week, S294 [27JA]

S. Res. 590, Maternal Health Awareness Day, S347 [28JA]

S. Res. 592, International Year of the Woman Farmer, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

S. Res. 596, National School Counseling Week, S492 [4FE]

S. Res. 600, National Mentoring Month, S514 [5FE]

S. Res. 601, National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week, S515 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 611, use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade, S614 [12FE]

S. Res. 614, American Heart Month, S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 615, Black History Month, S688 [25FE]

S. Res. 617, support goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month, S710 [26FE]

S. Res. 619, National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 620, Rare Disease Day, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 621, National Public Schools Week, S711 [26FE]

S. Res. 622, National FFA Week, S712 [26FE]

S. Res. 624, National Social and Emotional Learning Week, S734 [2MR]

S. Res. 625, Hawaiian Language Month, S735 [2MR]

S. Res. 626, National Speech and Debate Education Day, S804 [4MR]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

S. Res. 628, Music in Our Schools Month, S888 [5MR]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

S. Res. 643, Detransition Awareness Day, S1057 [16MR]

S. Res. 645, International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, S1093 [17MR]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

S. Res. 647, National Osceola Turkey Day, S1095 [17MR]

S. Res. 649, commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer, S1207 [18MR]

S. Res. 653, National Women in Agriculture Day, S1382 [19MR]

S. Res. 655, National Day of Play, S1517 [22MR]

S. Res. 656, National CACFP Week, S1517 [22MR]

S. Res. 658, National Assistant Principals Week, S1546 [23MR]

SPECIAL OPERATOR PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3651), S256 [15JA]

SPECIALTY CROPS COMPETITIVENESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: establish pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports (see H.R. 7762), H2368 [3MR]

SPECIALTY CROPS REPORTING ON OPPORTUNITIES AND PROMOTION (SPECIALTY CROP) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

SPECTOR, CARLOS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E188 [4MR]

SPIES see Espionage

SPOKANE, WA

Remarks in House

Gonzaga University: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Lunar New Year celebration: tribute, H2268 [24FE]

Tollefson, Tayla: Miss Spokane (WA) competition winner, E187 [4MR]

SPOKANE COUNTY, WA

Remarks in House

Elk, WA: tribute to North County Food Pantry, H668 [13JA]

SPORT FISH RESTORATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

SPORTING ARMS AND AMMUNITION MANUFACTURERS’ INSTITUTE, INC.

Bills and resolutions

Anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

SPORTS

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

Colleges and universities: establish rules regarding eligibility of student athletes for intercollegiate athletics (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

——— recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Contracts: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

Courts: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions and call on such institutions and national sports franchises to cease unsanctioned use of such logos (see H. Res. 1045), H2095 [9FE]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of State: require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR] (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Hubbard, W. DeHart: tribute (see H. Res. 1083), H2328 [25FE]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 589), S291 [27JA]

National Day of Play: designate (see S. Res. 655), S1517 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1036), H2031 [4FE]

NCAA: support proposal by Mike Leach to reform structure and governance of Football Bowl Subdivision postseason to protect opportunity, sustainability, and fair competition in major college football (see H. Res. 1011), H948 [20JA]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams (see S. Res. 623), S707 [26FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see S. Res. 610), S610 [12FE] (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Taxation: establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— impose tax on income earned from competing in global athletic events on behalf of foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 7707), H2328 [25FE]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H134 [7JA]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act: Robert Arum, Top Rank, Inc., H2646 [24MR]

——— Tyson Lee and Mike McAtee, USA Boxing (organization), H2646 [24MR]

Obituaries

Holtz, Louis L., E198 [9MR]

Proclamations

Tribute to Ronald W. Surin II: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

Tribute to Yohan Blake: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E229 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Archbishop Hoban High School girls’ basketball team, H2608 [19MR]

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

Barefoot, Dan: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2044 [9FE]

Bilka, Hannah: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2453 [5MR]

Blythewood, SC: tribute to Blythewood High School girls’ basketball team, E208 [12MR]

——— tribute to Westwood High School boys’ basketball team, E212 [12MR]

Boccia Day: observance, E173 [3MR]

Bolton, Brett: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2239 [23FE]

Cahill, Kevin: NCAA Eddie Robinson Award recipient, H2106 [10FE]

College of San Mateo: tribute to football team, H1993 [4FE]

Colleges and universities: concern over private equity involvement in collegiate athletics, H1157 [21JA]

Colorado Springs, CO: tribute to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, H2453 [5MR]

Columbia, SC: tribute to Ridge View High School boys’ basketball team, E209 [12MR]

Cunningham, Liam: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Curl-Salemme, Britta: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2549 [17MR]

Dallas, TX: tribute to South Oak Cliff High School football team, H230 [8JA], E116 [9FE]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

DeSoto, TX: tribute to DeSoto High School football team, H230 [8JA], E113 [9FE]

District of Columbia: tribute to Freedom 250 Grand Prix race, H2085 [9FE]

East Carolina University: tribute to football team, H594 [9JA]

Eastern Washington University: tribute to adaptive athletics program, H667 [13JA]

Edwards, Laila: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2207 [12FE]

Employment: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641–H2647 [24MR]

Ferriera, Alex: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Florida Citrus Sports (organization): anniversary, E123 [10FE]

Fort Worth, TX: tribute to All Saints’ Episcopal School football team, E165 [25FE]

——— tribute to Trinity Valley School girls’ soccer team, E163 [25FE]

Fullerton, CA: anniversary of East Fullerton Little League, H2190 [12FE]

Gaskill, Stacy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

Gastonia, NC: tribute to Hunter Huss High School boys’ basketball team, H2488 [16MR]

Georgia: inclusion of golf courses in Golfweek (publication) Top 200 resort golf courses list, H1126 [21JA]

Glenn, Amber: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Goldsboro, NC: tribute to Goldsboro High School girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Gonzaga University: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Grapevine, TX: tribute Grapevine Faith Christian School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Hanford, CA: tribute to Sierra Pacific High School girls’ basketball team, H2560 [18MR]

Hogan, Dan: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association W. Gene Davis Memorial Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Indiana University: tribute to football team, H668 [13JA], H942 [20JA]

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

Iola, KS: Iola High School 2006 girls’ basketball team induction into Don Bain Hall of Fame, H910 [15JA]

Irwin, Deedra: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Jones, Andruw: National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, H2415 [4MR]

Kam, Ellie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Keller, TX: tribute to Central High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Kinston, NC: tribute to Kinston High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Liu, Alysa: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2455 [5MR]

Magnolia, TX: tribute to Magnolia Junior High School boys’ basketball team, H2045 [9FE]

Martinez Ocasio, Benito A. (Bad Bunny): tribute to Super Bowl halftime show performace, H2102 [10FE]

McAvoy, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2454 [5MR]

McKee, Kevin: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H2489 [16MR]

Melbourne, FL: tribute to Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy boys’ soccer team, H2588 [18MR]

Mickel, Charlie: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Miller, J.T.: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E116 [9FE]

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series: tribute, H727 [14JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team, H228 [8JA]

Morenci, AZ: tribute to Morenci High School boys’ wrestling team, H2377 [4MR]

National Athletic Training Month: observance, E266 [25MR]

Negomir, Kyle: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E188 [4MR]

Nelson, Brock: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2103 [10FE]

Newark, NJ: tribute to Arts High School girls’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

——— tribute to Malcolm X Shabazz High School boys’ basketball team, H648 [12JA]

North Augusta, SC: tribute to North Augusta High School boys’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

——— tribute to North Augusta High School girls’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

Olympic Games: tribute to men’s and women’s hockey teams, H2239 [23FE]

O’Shea, Danny: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Oxford, AL: tribute to Oxford High School boys’ basketball team, E227 [17MR]

Parmer, Lynn: Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award recipient, E88 [2FE]

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Pennsylvania: tribute to 17th Congressional District Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League high school champions, H801 [14JA]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

Randolph, MA: tribute to Randolph High School football team, H145 [8JA]

Reston, VA: tribute to South Lakes High School girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, E242 [19MR]

Rochester, NY: tribute to James Monroe High School football team, H698 [13JA]

Rocky Mount, NC: tribute to Northern Nash High School boys’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Rose, Dan: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Sahuarita, AZ: tribute to Sahuarita High School boys’ wrestling team, H2378 [4MR]

Salem, VA: tribute to Glenvar High School boys’ cross country team, H2099 [10FE]

Santa Ana, CA: tribute to Santa Ana High School girls’ wrestling team, H2300 [25FE]

——— tribute to Segerstrom High School girls’ soccer team, H2553 [18MR]

Santa Clarita, CA: honor members of Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team who died in car crash and express condolences to families, H2190 [12FE]

Schommer, Paul: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, E124 [10FE]

South Carolina State University: tribute to football team, H941 [20JA], E53 [20JA]

Stafford, Matthew: National Football League Most Valuable Player award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Stockton, CA: tribute to St. Mary’s High School football team, E75 [27JA]

Swirbul, Hailey: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2012 [4FE]

Taylor, Elana Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2101 [10FE], H2414 [4MR]

Taylor, Elena Meyers: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, E231 [18MR]

Texas Christian University: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166 [25FE]

Thums, Matt: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Tiger, GA: tribute to Rabun County High School boys’ basketball team, H2607 [19MR]

Tucson, AZ: tribute to Catalina Foothills High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

——— tribute to Mica Mountain High School football team, H140 [8JA]

——— tribute to Salpointe Catholic High School girls’ soccer team, H2685 [25MR]

——— tribute to Tanque Verde High School boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

University of Idaho: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

University of Oregon: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley: tribute to football team, H722 [14JA]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, E122 [10FE]

Walla Walla, WA: tribute to Walla Walla High School 1984 girls’ basketball team, H1981 [4FE]

Whitehouse, OH: tribute to Anthony Wayne High School cheerleading team, H2587 [18MR]

Wilson, NC: tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy football team, H908 [15JA]

——— tribute to Wilson Preparatory Academy girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

Winchester, VA: tribute to James Wood High School girls’ volleyball team, H2099 [10FE]

Young Harris College: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2593 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Alaska: tribute to Iditarod dogsled race, S1038 [12MR], S1344 [19MR]

Colleges and universities: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (S. Res. 613), S689 [25FE]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Gibson, Anna: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (S. Res. 644), S1058 [16MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

Internet: ensure equitable consumer access to event tickets, S364 [29JA]

Johnson, Breezy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Kauf, Jaelin: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Mendoza, Fernando: Heisman Trophy Trust Heisman Memorial Trophy recipient, S23 [6JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 589), S298 [27JA]

National Day of Play: designate (S. Res. 655), S1523 [22MR]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

——— tribute to Idaho participants, S728 [2MR]

——— tribute to Montana participants, S678 [25FE]

——— tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team, S776 [4MR]

——— tribute to Vermont participants, S678 [25FE]

——— tribute to Wyoming participants, S660, S661 [25FE]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute, S524 [9FE]

——— tribute (S. Res. 610), S591, S616 [12FE]

Stoppelmoor, Zach: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S475 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S858 [5MR]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, S674 [25FE]

Reports filed

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 233) (S. Rept. 119–111), S625 [23FE]

Ski Hill Resources for Economic Development Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 472) (S. Rept. 119–104), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 4624, American Boxing Revival Act, H2641–H2643 [24MR]

S. Res. 575, tribute to Oklahoma State University men’s cross country team, S51 [6JA]

S. Res. 578, tribute to University of Washington men’s soccer team, S118 [8JA]

S. Res. 589, tribute to Montana State University football team, S295 [27JA]

S. Res. 595, tribute to Indiana University football team, S421 [30JA]

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

S. Res. 604, develop and implement Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security, S580 [11FE]

S. Res. 610, tribute to Seattle Seahawks (football team), S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 613, recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game, S687 [25FE]

S. Res. 623, tribute to U.S. Olympic Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Teams, S712 [26FE]

S. Res. 644, tribute to Louis L. Holtz, S1058 [16MR]

S. Res. 655, National Day of Play, S1517 [22MR]

SPRAGGA BENZ (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Spragga Benz (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E178 [3MR]

SPRINGFIELD, IL

Bills and resolutions

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Texts of

S. 3925, Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, S685–S687 [25FE]

SPRY, MARVIN (DELL)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2014 [4FE]

SREE HOTELS, INC.

Obituaries

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213 [12MR]

SRI LANKA, DEMOCRATIC SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF

Reports filed

Nomination of Eric Meyer To Be Ambassador to Sri Lanka: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

ST. HELENA, CA

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E267 [25MR]

ST. JOHN, ANNA

Cloture motions

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1053 [16MR], S1059, S1065 [17MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY DEVELOPMENT CORP.

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

ST. LOUIS, MO

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see S. Res. 591), S344 [28JA] (see H. Res. 983), H252 [8JA]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Remarks in House

National Park Service: enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519–H2521 [16MR]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (S. Res. 591), S355 [28JA]

Texts of

H.R. 5254, Gateway Partnership Act, H2519 [16MR]

S. Res. 591, anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO, S348 [28JA]

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MN

Amendments

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1150, H1151, H1154 [21JA]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks in House

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147–H1157 [21JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.J. Res. 140, Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81 [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1131 [21JA]

H.J. Res. 140, disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’, H1147 [21JA]

ST. MARYS, GA

Remarks in House

Riverview Hotel: anniversary, H663 [13JA]

ST. MARY’S COUNTY, MD

Remarks in House

Tobacco Barn Distillery (company): tribute, E91 [2FE]

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Remarks in House

Mamroneck, NY: tribute to Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade, H2426 [5MR]

Observance, H2533 [17MR]

ST. PAUL, MN

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium: President Truman (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Public demonstrations: condemn disruption of religious worship service at Cities Church, reaffirm constitutional right to religious freedom, and commend Dept. of Justice for prompt investigation (see H. Res. 1026), H1921 [30JA]

Remarks in Senate

Lemon, Don: arrest relative to coverage of protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, MN, S401 [30JA]

ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Bills and resolutions

Poul Hornsleth Post Office: designate (see H.R. 7313), H1948 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Starling School & Day Care Center, Inc.: anniversary, E239 [19MR]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

ST. PIERRE, DAVID

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Marshal: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S881 [5MR]

STAFFORD, MATTHEW

Remarks in House

National Football League: Most Valuable Player award recipient, H2416 [4MR]

STAFFORD, VA

Remarks in House

Jenkins Donelson Foundation: anniversary, E125 [10FE]

STAMPS see Postage and Stamps

STAMSON, STEVE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2707 [25MR]

STAND WITH ISRAEL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

STANDARD FEES TO EXPEDITE EVALUATION AND STREAMLINING (STANDARD FEES) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

STANDARD MEAT CO.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E40 [14JA]

STANDARDIZED CALCULATION OF OPERATIONAL POLLUTING EMISSIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3928), S706 [26FE]

STANFORD, HAROLD

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S729 [2MR]

STANSBURY, MELANIE A. (a Representative from New Mexico)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2422 [4MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2598 [18MR]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H1976 [3FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to local educational agencies to encourage girls and underrepresented minorities to pursue studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) (see H.R. 6375), H136 [7JA]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H135 [7JA]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1949 [2FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Depts. of Defense and the Interior: obtain and place plaques honoring Downwinder communities of New Mexico, who suffered detrimental health effects as result of exposure to radioactive fallout (see H.R. 4290), H2551 [17MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2259 [23FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2622 [19MR]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1352 [22JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1977 [3FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H1916 [27JA]

National parks and recreation areas: codify Presidential memorandum entitled ‘‘Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Our National Parks, National Forests, and Other Public Lands and Waters’’ (see H.R. 4937), H1916 [27JA]

NIH: take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H1976 [3FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see H.R. 7767), H2712 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H894 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (H.R. 6989), H253 [8JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2022 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H704 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H602 [9JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H131 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H942 [20JA], H1940 [2FE]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, H231 [8JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment, H1940 [2FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H131 [7JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1165 [21JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H650 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H911 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H607 [9JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2022 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, H677• [13JA], H2277• [24FE]

STANTON, GREG (a Representative from Arizona)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: award Congressional Gold Medal collectively to Buffalo Soldier regiments, authorized by Congress in 1866, in recognition of superior, dedicated, and vital service (see H.R. 1437), H2297 [24FE]

——— prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 40), H2422 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H616 [9JA]

Azerbaijan: condemn treatment of Gubad Ibadoghlu and urge his immediate release (see H. Res. 120), H136 [7JA]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (see H. Con. Res. 73), H1976 [3FE]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (see H.R. 6380), H2370 [3MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2297 [24FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H656 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Transportation: allow funding recipients to assume certain responsibilities relative to National Environmental Policy Act (see H.R. 6491), H925 [16JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prohibit from transferring certain Federal land (see H.R. 718), H2297 [24FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2370 [3MR]

Depts. of Justice and State: provide law enforcement and intelligence assistance, training, capacity building, and advisory support to Ukraine to achieve POW exchange, civilian detainees release, and return of children (see H.R. 5962), H2297 [24FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2032 [4FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2677 [24MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H719 [13JA]

——— provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see H.R. 2729), H2711 [25MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H925 [16JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2531 [16MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H949 [20JA]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H13 [6JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see H. Res. 564), H136 [7JA]

——— impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2297 [24FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H949 [20JA]

SSA: establish trust fund to provide for paid family and medical leave benefits for certain individuals (see H.R. 5390), H2370 [3MR]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2259 [23FE]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2531 [16MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (see H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (see H.R. 7714), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish EB–5 Regional Center Program Advisory Committee in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (H.R. 6992), H615 [9JA]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (H.R. 7714), H2330 [25FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2652 [24MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2528 [16MR]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649 [24MR]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2648 [24MR]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (H.R. 7388), H2650, H2651 [24MR]

——— report to Congress on state of Public Building Service real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2649 [24MR]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2110 [10FE]

Mayor Coy Payne Memorial Post Office Building, Chandler, AZ: designate (H.R. 7714), H2307 [25FE]

Phoenix, AZ: anniversary of George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, E139• [17FE]

Tariff: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2160 [11FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2015 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H2160 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140 [8JA]

Tributes

Bennett, Hunter, H2652 [24MR]

Facio, Gabriel, H2652 [24MR]

Fedderson, Yvonne, E89• [2FE]

Kane, Kevin, E153• [23FE]

Payne, Coy, H2307 [25FE]

Skankey, Robert, H2652 [24MR]

STARLIGHT DISTILLERY (company)

Remarks in House

San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

STARLING SCHOOL & DAY CARE CENTER, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E239 [19MR]

STARTZMAN, JANE

Remarks in House

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

STATE BOATING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

STATE COLLEGE, PA

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

State College Community Land Trust: anniversary, H2607 [19MR]

STATE COLLEGE COMMUNITY LAND TRUST

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2607 [19MR]

STATE DEPARTMENT BASIC AUTHORITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

STATE DEPARTMENT DISABILITY POLICY AND ACCOMMODATIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4129), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

STATEN ISLAND, NY see New York, NY

STATES related term(s) Federal Aid Programs; National Guard

Amendments

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Poll—Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Say ICE Has Gone Too Far in Immigration Crackdown, H2387 [4MR]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Animals: prohibit provision of Federal funds to States and local government that prohibit their residents from owning dogs (see H.R. 7611), H2233 [20FE]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7537), H2218 [12FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 6989), H252 [8JA]

Census: require citizenship question, report certain statistics, base apportionment of Representatives on U.S. citizens, and prohibit States from more than one House redistricting after census and apportionment (see H.R. 7167), H1170 [21JA]

——— require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

CFTC: prohibit certain event contracts involving sports and casino-style games (see S. 4160), S1544 [23MR]

——— prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Children and youth: establish criminal offense for transportation of minor for gender transition procedure (see H.R. 7420), H2094 [9FE]

Civil rights: provide for civil enforcement by State attorneys general relative to conspiracy against rights and deprivation of rights under color of law (see S. 3824), S552 [10FE]

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1055 [16MR]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Congress: require certain requirements for congressional districts, limit congressional redistricting after apportionment of Representatives, and exclude unlawful aliens from apportionment and electoral votes calculations (see H.R. 7219), H1349 [22JA]

Constitutional amendments: require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘The Fair Credit Reporting Act’s Limited Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 129), S1090 [17MR]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Correctional institutions: ensure incarcerated workers are paid Federal minimum wage (see S. 4143), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8002), H2620 [19MR]

Courts: establish procedure to dismiss strategic lawsuits against public participation brought by governments, agents, instrumentalities, and foreign entities engaged in pattern of frivolous litigation against U.S. persons (see S. 3983), S802 [4MR]

——— provide for cause of action enabling recovery of any person harmed by limitation on ability to carry firearm in different jurisdiction (see H.R. 7935), H2529 [16MR]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— restore and clarify intent of Federal interest rate exportation parity for State-chartered banks by allowing States to opt out of preemption only relative to loans made by their own chartered institutions (see S. 3889), S610 [12FE] (see H.R. 7866), H2475 [9MR]

Crime: enhance criminal penalties for welfare fraud, provide adequate immigration consequences for fraud convictions, and establish welfare fraud recovery task force (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

——— prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

——— allow interstate shipment of meat and meat food products inspected and passed under qualifying State programs (see H.R. 7818), H2470 [5MR]

——— expand benefits to households eligible for Federal and State energy assistance programs (see H.R. 7069), H893 [14JA]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— preserve Traditional Cultural Place of Chi’chil Bildagoteel Historic District listed on National Register of Historic Places (see H.R. 7957), H2550 [17MR]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide additional funds to States for administration of certain nutrition programs (see S. 3594), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6966), H134 [7JA]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

——— require schools participating in school meal programs to provide free meals to all children and reimburse school meal delinquent debt (see H.R. 7542), H2218 [12FE]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

——— require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: allow families with children in Title I schools to put unused Federal education funds toward in-person education should their school close due to public health emergency or teachers union strikes (see S. 4047), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7918), H2482 [12MR]

——— amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

——— authorize States to develop directories of career and technical education programs of study and career pathways (see H.R. 7676), H2326 [25FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see S. 4018), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— make grants to help high schoolers receive college credit and reduce college costs by accelerating time to degree, aligning secondary and postsecondary education, and improving credit transfers (see H.R. 7117), H919 [15JA]

——— make payments to State educational agencies to provide immediate services or assistance to local educational agencies and non-public schools where major disaster or emergency has been declared (see H.R. 7262), H1915 [27JA]

——— promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to hire and retain school social workers (see H.R. 7798), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers that committed fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7723), H2332 [26FE]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (see S. 3840), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7496), H2185 [11FE]

——— direct Inspector General to investigate certain payment increases under funded State programs (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

——— establish demonstration program to award grants to States to improve provision of recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults through use of mobile vaccination units (see H.R. 7465), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (see H.R. 7877), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish grant program under Community Development Block Grant program to incentivize State laws that enable residents to purchase manufactured housing communities (see H.R. 8047), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

——— establish programs to reduce rates of sepsis (see H.R. 7116), H919 [15JA]

——— extend funding for family-to-family health information centers (see S. 3714), S344 [28JA]

——— implement improper child care provider payment threshold (see H.R. 7721), H2331 [26FE]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education (see H.R. 7463), H2118 [10FE]

——— maintain national list of licensed private child placement agencies (see H.R. 7236), H1912 [23JA]

——— provide transparency and accountability in administration of Federal child care funds expended by States (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

——— reauthorize State Offices of Rural Health grant program (see H.R. 7956), H2550 [17MR]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

——— require States disclose agency regulatory participation relative to child care providers (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2331 [26FE]

——— require States to consider legal issues affecting foster youth as part of case planning and provide States with option to use certain funds to support access to legal services and counseling (see H.R. 7529), H2217 [12FE]

——— require States to make payments to child care providers based on verified attendance in child care programs (see S. 3862), S609 [12FE]

——— require triennial comprehensive reviews of State performance relative to monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7722), H2332 [26FE]

——— sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

——— withhold funds from States that are noncompliant relative to fraud monitoring of child care providers (see H.R. 7726), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish eligibility for Special Event Assessment Rating funding in sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate such funds to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement efforts (see S. 3921), S681 [25FE]

——— establish Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program (see H.R. 7876), H2476 [9MR]

——— establish grant program to mitigate expenses for municipalities where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development (see H.R. 7648), H2258 [23FE]

——— expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see S. 3744), S377 [29JA] (see S. 3805), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7612), H2233 [20FE]

——— provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

——— provide for performance of certain counsel functions by State officers and employees (see H.R. 7664), H2296 [24FE]

——— provide priority consideration for certain grants to law enforcement agencies that agree to cooperate with Federal immigration enforcement (see H.R. 8015), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (see S. 3973), S762 [3MR]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see S. 3894), S626 [23FE] (see H.R. 7652), H2258 [23FE]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: authorize grant program for development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans (see S. 4020), S881 [5MR]

——— establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

——— require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (see H.R. 7282), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of HUD and Economic Development Administration: improve interagency coordination (see S. 3962), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize grants to States to collect and analyze data from State law enforcement agencies on number of migrants in U.S. charged or convicted of criminal offense (see S. 3955), S707 [26FE]

——— award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— prohibit from requiring compliance with certain laws, memoranda, and Executive orders in determining eligibility for grants (see S. 3776), S489 [4FE]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

——— provide grants for technical assistance for State crisis intervention programs (see H.R. 7447), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

——— provide national safeguards to prevent abuse and fraud in online prediction markets, prevent underage use of such markets, and return regulatory authorities and oversight of such markets to States (see S. 4060), S1009 [11MR]

——— provide that grants under Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program may be used for gun safe giveaway programs (see H.R. 7446), H2095 [9FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see S. 3631), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7163), H948 [20JA]

——— require Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to report information on allegations of misconduct by law enforcement officers (see S. 3731), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7278), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: eliminate Federal Insurance Office and establish U.S. Insurance Representative (see H.R. 7130), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

District of Columbia: treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H918 [15JA]

Elections: prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— phase out production of nonessential uses of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and prohibit releases of all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see S. 4153), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8016), H2621 [19MR]

FAA: authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

FCC: require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

——— terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

FDA: clarify and affirm preemptive authority over dietary supplement regulation (see H.R. 7366), H2030 [4FE]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— require public price tag disclosure for all projects supported with taxpayer dollars (see S. 4130), S1205 [18MR]

——— require publication of settlement agreements (see H.R. 7934), H2529 [16MR]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

——— strengthen oversight, accountability, and recovery of Federal funds administered through State block grants and other pass-through mechanisms (see S. 4024), S881 [5MR]

Federal-State relations: clarify and strengthen requirements relative to information sharing between State and local governments and Federal immigration authorities and prohibit policies that restrict such sharing (see H.R. 7423), H2094 [9FE]

——— make entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement condition of eligibility for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program (see H.R. 8077), H2710 [25MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

FERC: issue rules relating to shared savings frameworks for certain transmitting utilities (see H.R. 7729), H2332 [26FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: encourage local educational agencies to inform parents about gun safety (see H.R. 6965), H134 [7JA]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit States from prohibiting or deterring usage of any merchant category code established by International Organization for Standardization, including codes that identify firearm and ammunition merchants (see H.R. 7133), H924 [16JA]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Foreign policy: authorize annexation and subsequent admission to statehood of Greenland (see H.R. 7012), H655 [12JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

——— provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— conduct study on fraud prevention measures in certain Federal early childhood education, child care, and child nutrition programs (see H.R. 7677), H2326 [25FE]

Health: make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Housing: require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production (see S. 3600), S115 [8JA]

Immigration: condition certain Federal funds for States and local governments on cooperation with Federal immigration enforcement authorities and deter illegal entry and reentry into U.S. (see S. 3790), S509 [5FE]

——— improve efficiency of removal process by enhancing cooperation between government entities and expanding grounds for deportation for any alien to include any felony or any 2 misdemeanors (see S. 3645), S220 [14JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2257 [23FE]

——— provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

——— repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Information technology: require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

——— require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

Law enforcement: ensure Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7699), H2327 [25FE]

——— prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: codify value-based purchasing arrangements and reforms relative to price reporting under such arrangements (see H.R. 7871), H2476 [9MR]

——— direct State Medicaid fraud control units to investigate and prosecute instances of beneficiary fraud (see S. 4176), S1580 [24MR]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

——— further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

Native Americans: allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use Tribal government identification documents to obtain firearms from federally licensed firearms dealers (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7698), H2327 [25FE]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

Office of the Special Inspector General for Program Fraud: establish (see S. 3643), S220 [14JA]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Power resources: protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

——— require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Public utilities: add standard relative to consideration of large load facilities as class of electric consumers (see H.R. 7066), H892 [14JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

——— prohibit States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and illegal immigrants (see S. 3670), S257 [15JA]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

Real estate: preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens (see H.R. 7053), H892 [14JA]

Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Securities: exempt off-exchange secondary trading from State regulation where such trading is relative to securities of issuer that makes publicly available certain current information (see H.R. 7127), H923 [16JA]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

Social Security: adjust minimum monthly personal needs allowances for institutionalized individuals and couples under SSI program (see H.R. 7573), H2224 [13FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— exclude from gross income payments from funds established by State for purposes of welfare of individual residents of such State (see H.R. 7760), H2368 [3MR]

——— modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Technology: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

——— repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transportation: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Letters

Siege at the Alamo: William B. Travis, S736 [2MR]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Motions

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

Arkansas: tribute to 2d Congressional District National Guard recruitment figures, H2045 [9FE]

California: allegations of unemployment fraud, H612 [9JA], H1946 [2FE]

——— assessment of energy policies, H2616 [19MR]

——— condemn wealth tax proposal, H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

——— prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H1926 [2FE]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (H. Con. Res. 33), H115, H118, H119 [7JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Congress: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: modify definition of hemp, H697 [13JA]

——— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, H117 [7JA], H1176 [22JA], H1980 [4FE], H2537 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: disbursement of Federal funds to States, H109 [7JA]

——— ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish demonstration program to test mandatory coverage of treatment for wound care for epidermolysis bullosa under Medicaid (H.R. 7877), H2535 [17MR]

——— establish universal child care and early learning programs (H.R. 5658), H2011 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: require States with energy codes more stringent than Federal standard to reimburse home builders for difference in construction costs (H.R. 7282), H2092 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: provide funding to Bureau of Prisons, States, and localities to carry out mental health screenings and provide referrals to mental healthcare providers for certain corrections officers (H.R. 2305), H1128 [21JA]

——— temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: improve coordination between Do Not Pay working system and Federal and State agencies authorized to use system (S. 269), H634–H637 [12JA]

District of Columbia: statehood (H.R. 51), H2702 [25MR]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (H.J. Res. 122), H1163 [21JA]

——— prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2101 [10FE]

Kemp, Brian: Safari Club International Governor of the Year award recipient, H2586 [18MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (H.R. 5361), H1989 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

Medicaid: establish State plan requirements for determining residency and coverage for military families, H1337 [22JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines, H2535 [17MR]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, H229 [8JA], H711 [13JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Schools: reduce stigma associated with unpaid school meal fees and require mandatory certification for certain students (H.R. 5655), H670 [13JA]

South Carolina: release of State budget, E69 [22JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— exclude from gross income amounts received from State-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs (H.R. 1849), H2011 [4FE]

——— prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

——— provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to withhold public assistance program funding for certain States, H1129 [21JA]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration, H912 [15JA]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Virginia: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2100 [10FE]

Washington (State): condemn wealth tax proposal, H1127 [21JA]

Wildfires: disaster assistance to California, H106, H110 [7JA]

Women: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to install plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S37 [6JA]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (S. 3777), S491 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

——— designate areas as Health Investment Zones to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in such areas (S. 3840), S579 [11FE]

——— implement measures to prevent improper payments to managed care organizations for deceased Medicaid enrollees, S185 [14JA]

——— improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention (S. 162), S1525 [23MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S403–S409 [30JA], S477 [4FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE], S596, S597 [12FE]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), unanimous-consent request, S596, S597 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: designate environmental review procedure for certain assistance, S1022 [12MR]

——— publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks (S. 1299), S663 [25FE]

——— reclassify application of certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements for housing-related activities, S1022 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

——— funding, S1018, S1019 [12MR]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Housing: reform local zoning laws and regulations to facilitate new home construction and increase housing supply, S153–S155 [13JA]

——— require President to declare national housing emergency and invoke Defense Production Act to incentivize residential housing production, S229 [15JA]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

——— enforce existing immigration laws, deport illegal aliens, and end sanctuary jurisdictions, S1573 [24MR]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

——— streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (S. 752), S666 [25FE]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S71 [7JA], S100–S102 [8JA], S141–S143 [13JA], S527 [9FE]

Nebraska: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S545 [10FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Texas Independence Day: observance, S736 [2MR]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration, S107 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

——— revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Washington (State): earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 2716) (H. Rept. 119–426), H133 [7JA]

Energy Choice Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3699) (H. Rept. 119–482), H2028 [4FE]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

New Bank Application Numbers Knowledge (New BANK) Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6551) (H. Rept. 119–530), H2326 [25FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Respect State Housing Laws Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1078) (H. Rept. 119–521), H2325 [25FE]

Restoring the Secondary Trading Market Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7127) (H. Rept. 119–573), H2709 [25MR]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Shut Down Sanctuary Policies Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 7640) (H. Rept. 119–541), H2481 [12MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

S. 269, Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, H634 [12JA]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 4153, Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act, S1370–S1380 [19MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

STATESBORO, GA

Remarks in House

Georgia Southern University: tribute to Ethics Bowl team, H2591 [18MR]

STAUBER, PETE (a Representative from Minnesota)

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, Debra Struhsacker and Sarah Montalbano, RealClearEnergy (publication), H1997 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H949 [20JA]

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2236 [20FE]

——— establish national task force to investigate and combat fraud involving Federal dollars (see H.R. 7312), H1948 [2FE]

——— reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: promote minimum State requirements for prevention and treatment of concussions caused by participation in school sports (see H.R. 7590), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: designate certain Iranian proxy organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 2581), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Blast Overpressure Task Force (see H.R. 6444), H2422 [4MR]

——— expand Veterans Health Administration directive regarding informed consent to include written consent form outlining potential adverse effects of certain types of medications (see H.R. 4837), H2477 [9MR]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H2042 [5FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2042 [5FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H2422 [4MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2531 [16MR]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: limit application of State laws relative to law enforcement uniform requirements (see H.R. 5581), H2259 [23FE]

Medicaid: allow for Federal financial participation for services furnished to patients in institutions for mental diseases (see H.R. 5944), H895 [14JA]

Medicare: clarify and preserve breadth of protections under Medicare Secondary Payer Act (see H.R. 2199), H135 [7JA]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2598 [18MR]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1916 [27JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

SBA: allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in loan programs (see H.R. 7109), H919 [15JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2236 [20FE]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— make employers of spouses of military personnel eligible for work opportunity credit (see H.R. 2033), H2421 [4MR]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Whistleblowing: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2477 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (see H.J. Res. 140), H655 [12JA]

Courts: provide for limitation on nationality of persons eligible to serve as U.S. judges (see H.R. 7634), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see H.R. 7923), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within Carlsbad, NM (see H.R. 7882), H2476 [9MR]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H656 [12JA]

Courts: provide for limitation on nationality of persons eligible to serve as U.S. judges (H.R. 7634), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (H.R. 7923), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within Carlsbad, NM (H.R. 7882), H2477 [9MR]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (H.R. 7320), H1949 [2FE]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81• [30JA]

Orders

Public land order for withdrawal of Federal lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN: Dept. of the Interior, H1149 [21JA]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1148, H1152, H1153 [21JA]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2664 [24MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2200 [12FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1996, H1997, H1999, H2000 [4FE]

——— include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2354 [3MR]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H2000 [4FE]

Statements

Disapprove BLM Rule Entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: Laborers’ International Union of North America, E81• [30JA]

——— North America’s Building Trades Unions, E81• [30JA]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H234 [8JA]

Lilyquist, Rusty, E135• [12FE]

MacDonald, Colin (Mac), E105• [4FE]

Siebert, Cody, H2587 [18MR]

STEEL INDUSTRY see Iron and Steel Industry

STEFANIK, ELISE M. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2330 [25FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2677 [24MR]

Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building, Miller Place, NY: designate (see H.R. 5642), H2474 [5MR]

Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5641), H2474 [5MR]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Commerce: submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2552 [17MR]

——— establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see H.R. 5645), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of State: designate certain Iranian proxy organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 2581), H2473 [5MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see H.R. 7498), H2185 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require guidance clarity statements on certain agency documents not issued in accordance with rulemaking process and therefore not legally binding (see H.R. 2409), H2032 [4FE]

Federal employees: address responsibilities of fiduciaries relative to Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7357), H2098 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2120 [10FE]

Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building, Westhampton Beach, NY: designate (see H.R. 5588), H2474 [5MR]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

Morocco: impose sanctions relative to Polisario Front (see H.R. 4119), H2712 [25MR]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H2551 [17MR]

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H1173 [21JA]

Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic, Riverhead, NY: designate (see H.R. 5589), H2474 [5MR]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2098 [9FE]

World War II: recognize and honor service of individuals who served in U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps by providing veteran status, honorable discharges and service medals where merited, and limited burial benefits (see H.R. 6203), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Harry S Truman Memorial Scholarship Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7894), H2481 [12MR]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (H.R. 7924), H2484 [12MR]

Harry S Truman Memorial Scholarship Act: make improvements (H.R. 7894), H2483 [12MR]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (H.R. 7560), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1931 [2FE]

Votes: correction, E71• [23JA]

——— position on missed, H1157• [21JA], H1185• [22JA], H2083• [9FE], H2279• [24FE]

Tributes

Peltz, Ernest, H1931 [2FE]

Seelow, Earl, E144• [20FE]

STEIL, BRYAN (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: extend funding for special diabetes programs for type I diabetes (see H.R. 5461), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H2221 [12FE]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2628 [20MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

Taxation: establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see H.R. 6685), H925 [16JA]

——— exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2477 [9MR]

Transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies on public transportation (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (H.R. 7300), H1922 [30JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138, H2141, H2148, H2149 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2138, H2141, H2148, H2149 [11FE]

Reports filed

Stop Insider Trading Act: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

STEM CELL THERAPEUTIC AND RESEARCH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize (see S. 4109), S1090 [17MR]

Remarks in Senate

Reauthorize (S. 4109), S1093 [17MR]

STENNIS-WILLIAMS, LaVON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E231 [18MR]

STEPBACH, PATTIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E256 [24MR]

STEPHENVILLE, TX

Remarks in House

Stephenville High School: National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

STERLING, VA

Bills and resolutions

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

STERN, MARGI

Remarks in House

California: 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264 [25MR]

STEUBE, W. GREGORY (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2236 [20FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H656 [12JA]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H925 [16JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see H.J. Res. 142), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H656 [12JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1173 [21JA]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H949 [20JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2551 [17MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2336 [2MR]

Immigration: close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H949 [20JA]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H2032 [4FE]

Medicare: ensure high-quality remote physiologic monitoring services for beneficiaries in rural and underserved areas (see H.R. 3108), H2097 [9FE]

——— permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to satisfy documentation requirement for coverage of certain shoes for individuals with diabetes (see H.R. 1616), H135 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H657 [12JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H136 [7JA]

Real estate: provide additional requirements for purchase and sale of conventional mortgages by enterprises (see H.R. 3206), H921 [15JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2188 [11FE]

Taxation: extend exemption from excise tax on alternative motorboat fuels sold as supplies for vessels or aircraft to include certain vessels serving only one coast (see H.R. 2925), H616 [9JA]

——— include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H2236 [20FE]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Venezuela: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2598 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (see H.R. 7165), H948 [20JA]

China: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (see H.R. 7925), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: discontinue H–1B visa program (see H.R. 7451), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (see H.R. 8026), H2621 [19MR]

FDA: specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (see H.R. 7122), H920 [15JA]

Health: make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

Time: amend Calder Act to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (see H.R. 7378), H2030 [4FE]

——— amend Calder Act to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (H.R. 7378), consideration (see H. Res. 1055), H2119 [10FE]

Weather: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (see H.R. 7452), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Animals: require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements (H.R. 7165), H949 [20JA]

China: prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (H.R. 7635), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: limit eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (H.R. 7925), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: discontinue H–1B visa program (H.R. 7451), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish offense relating to obstructing certain law enforcement vehicles (H.R. 8026), H2622 [19MR]

FDA: specify that food shall be considered misbranded if value of nutrients on its labeling deviates by more than 5 percent of value specified on such labeling (H.R. 7122), H921 [15JA]

Health: make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (H.R. 7453), H2096 [9FE]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (H.R. 7450), H2096 [9FE]

Time: amend Calder Act to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (H.R. 7378), H2032 [4FE]

Weather: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (H.R. 7452), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1323 [22JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H653 [12JA]

STEVENS, DON

Remarks in House

Tribute, H150 [8JA]

STEVENS, HALEY M. (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H2297 [24FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2221 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2370 [3MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2229 [17FE]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1923 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HUD: amend definition of homelessness used to verify eligibility for homeless assistance programs to meet needs of homeless families and honor assessments and priorities of local communities (see H.R. 6403), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H2677 [24MR]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of Labor: list employers that relocate call centers overseas, make such companies ineligible for Federal grants and loans, and require call center employees to disclose their physical location (see H.R. 4954), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

Drugs: establish requirements relative to cost-sharing for certain insulin products (see H.R. 6255), H253 [8JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2298 [24FE]

FDA: define term natural cheese (see H.R. 1394), H1916 [27JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H2236 [20FE]

Immigration: rescind Executive actions suspending issuance of visas to nationals of certain countries, prohibit religious discrimination, and limit Presidential authority to suspend or restrict entry of class of aliens (see H.R. 924), H1949 [2FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H136 [7JA]

——— provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H253 [8JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H1352 [22JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H949 [20JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Supreme Court: promulgate code of ethics for Justices (see H.R. 3513), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H2628 [20MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Education: provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (see H.R. 7232), H1350 [22JA]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (see H.R. 7883), H2476 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

Government: require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (see H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

NASA: provide authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems (see H.R. 7379), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (H.R. 7715), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Education: provide student loan allowance calculation for purposes of determining student aid index (H.R. 7232), H1351 [22JA]

——— support preparation and retention of outstanding educators in all fields to ensure bright future for children in under-resourced and under-served communities (H.R. 7883), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Energy: establish requirements for providing financial assistance to regulated investor owned electric utilities (H.R. 7926), H2484 [12MR]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (H.R. 8027), H2622 [19MR]

——— issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H253 [8JA]

Government: require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (H.R. 7852), H2473 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit use of official expense funds by Representatives and Senators to purchase or lease motor vehicle unless motor vehicle is manufactured in U.S. by unionized workers (H.R. 7337), H1976 [3FE]

NASA: provide authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems (H.R. 7379), H2032 [4FE]

Taxation: modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (H.R. 7561), H2220 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: Nonprofit Security Grant Program funding, H2488 [16MR]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (H.R. 6990), H230 [8JA]

Jews: condemn rise of antisemitism, H2488 [16MR]

Sports: concern over private equity involvement in collegiate athletics, H1157 [21JA]

West Bloomfield, MI: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

STEVENS, J.L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1980 [4FE]

STEVENSON, CHRISTEN

Appointments

House of Representatives Inspector General, H2325 [25FE]

STEVICK, DOYLE

Statements

Tribute to Eva Schloss, E21 [9JA]

STEWART, CARL J., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H144 [8JA]

STEWART, JANITA R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E88 [2FE]

STICHA, DENISE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H5 [6JA]

STILLWATER, OK

Bills and resolutions

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (see S. Res. 575), S50 [6JA]

Remarks in Senate

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 575, tribute to Oklahoma State University men’s cross country team, S51 [6JA]

STILLWATER COUNTY, MT

Remarks in Senate

Montana: tribute to Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines, S679 [25FE]

STIVERS, ROBERT

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1044 [12MR]

STOCK EXCHANGE see Securities

STOCKS AND BONDS see Securities

STOCKTON, CA

Remarks in House

St. Mary’s High School: tribute to football team, E75 [27JA]

Stockton Symphony: anniversary, E254 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Stockton Symphony: anniversary, S550 [10FE], S645 [24FE]

STODDARD, DORWAN

Bills and resolutions

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

STONE, CHARLES S., JR.

Bills and resolutions

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2335 [2MR]

STOP ANTIABORTION DISINFORMATION (SAD) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

STOP BODY CAMERA PAYWALLS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

STOP CHILD CARE FRAUD ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7725), H2332 [26FE]

STOP CHILD CARE FUNDING FRAUD ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7794), H2419 [4MR]

STOP CORPORATE INVERSIONS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

S. 3847, provisions, S579 [11FE]

STOP EXCESSIVE FORCE IN IMMIGRATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3683), S257 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5973), E76 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3683), S306 [28JA]

STOP EXECUTIVE RENAMING FOR VANITY AND EGO (SERVE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

STOP FRAUD BY STRENGTHENING OVERSIGHT AND MORE ACCOUNTABILITY FOR LYING AND ILLEGAL ACTIVITY ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3644), S528 [9FE]

STOP FRAUD IN FEDERAL PROGRAMS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7155), H947 [20JA]

STOP ICE ELECTION MILITARIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

STOP ILLEGAL ALIEN COPS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3909), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

STOP INSIDER TRADING ACT

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR] (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on House Administration (House) (H.R. 7008) (H. Rept. 119–479), H1975 [3FE]

STOP MILITARIZING LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

STOP MILITARIZING OUR STREETS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

STOP PRICE GOUGING IN GROCERY STORES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3892), S610 [12FE]

STOP SCHEMES, CYBERFRAUD, ABUSE, MANIPULATION, AND SWINDLES (STOP SCAMS) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7215), H1349 [22JA]

STOP SECRET COUNSELING OF STUDENTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7981), H2596 [18MR]

STOP SETTLEMENT SLUSH FUNDS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

STOP SUBSIDIZING GIANT MERGERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4185), S1614 [25MR]

STOP THE SEXUALIZATION OF CHILDREN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

STOP UNDERRIDES ACT 2.0

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

STOP UNEMPLOYMENT FRAUD ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

STOP UNFAIR ELECTRICITY PRICES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7926), H2483 [12MR]

STOP UNFAIR MEDICAID RECOVERIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

STOPPELMOOR, ZACH

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, S475 [4FE]

STOPPING TRANSFERS OF PUBLIC FUNDS ABROAD ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

STRATEGIC MATERIALS related term(s) National Security

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see S. 3612), S130 [12JA] (see H.R. 7021), H655 [12JA]

IRS: temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Millennium Challenge Corp.: modify authorities relative to strategic competitors of U.S. and critical minerals (see H.R. 7644), H2257 [23FE]

Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands: make applicable to hardrock minerals (see S. 3708), S344 [28JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

National security: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: adjust percentage depletion rate for certain rare earths (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Albert Gore, Zero Emission Transportation Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— Chris Greissing, Essential Minerals Association, H1996 [4FE]

——— several organization, H1996 [4FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H2002 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide for scientific and technical cooperation in mapping of critical minerals and rare earth elements (H.R. 2969), H2265 [24FE]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993–H2002 [4FE]

——— codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

——— include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2353–H2356 [3MR]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H1999–H2001 [4FE]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 544) (S. Rept. 119–105), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 755, Critical Mineral Consistency Act, H2353 [3MR]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 4090, Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1994 [4FE]

STRATEGIC RESILIENCE RESERVE

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

STRATEGIC SUBSEA CABLES ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

STRATTON, CHRIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2307 [25FE]

STREAMLINING AVIATION FOR ELIGIBLE VETERANS (SAFE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

STREAMLINING HOME INSTALLATION OF NEW ENERGIES (SHINE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

STREB, DAVE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H618 [12JA]

STRENGTHEN SOCIAL SECURITY BY TAXING DYNASTIC WEALTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

STRENGTHENING AND EXPANDING CAPACITY FOR UNIFIED RESPONSE AND EXCELLENCE IN HEALTH (SECURE HEALTH) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8011), H2621 [19MR]

STRENGTHENING TOOLS TO OUTLAW POISONOUS (STOP) NITAZENES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7970), H2595 [18MR]

STRENGTHENING UNIFORM PROCEDURES TO PREVENT THE LOSS, INCINERATION, AND EXPIRATION OF SUPPLIES (SUPPLIES) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

STRICKLAND, MARILYN (a Representative from Washington)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2422 [4MR]

Armed Forces: provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H1923 [30JA]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H949 [20JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

BLM: designate certain portions of Colorado Plateau red rock canyons and Basin and Range Deserts in Utah as wilderness (see H.R. 2467), H2259 [23FE]

CERCLA: exempt certain entities from liability relative to releases of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (see H.R. 1267), H925 [16JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1977 [3FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H1173 [21JA]

——— require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H949 [20JA]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Office of Gun Violence Prevention (see H.R. 1307), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2259 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2120 [10FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2119 [10FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: ensure prompt coverage of breakthrough devices (see H.R. 5343), H1977 [3FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H719 [13JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see H.R. 7269), H1915 [27JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Seattle Seahawks (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1049), H2118 [10FE]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2370 [3MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to Marines who served as part of helicopter support missions (see H.R. 5939), H719 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to those who served in U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps (see H.R. 4901), H894 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (see H.R. 7562), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (H.R. 7562), H2220 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (H.R. 7515), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (H.R. 7301), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2300 [25FE]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

STRIKES see Labor Unions

STRONG, DALE W. (a Representative from Alabama)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H1977 [3FE]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2032 [4FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Mobile, AL: recognize cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and its origins in Mobile (see H. Res. 1051), H2119 [10FE]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H2032 [4FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2259 [23FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Remarks

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H204 [8JA]

STRONG, ME

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S338 [28JA]

STRONG START ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

STRONGER ENGAGEMENT FOR INDIAN HEALTH NEEDS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3767), S470 [3FE]

STROOP, BARON

Remarks in House

Tribute, E191 [5MR]

STRUHSACKER, DEBRA

Articles and editorials

President Trump Needs Better Rare Earths Negotiating Tools, H1997 [4FE]

STRUTH, SAMUEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E209 [12MR]

STUCKEY, DONALD (CHIP)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H604 [9JA]

STUDENT AID FRAUD OVERSIGHT AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

STUDENT ATHLETE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

STUDENT FINANCIAL CLARITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

STUDENT LOAN INTEREST ELIMINATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8045), H2674 [24MR]

STUDENTS see Education

STULL, SHERRI

Remarks in House

Tribute, E243 [19MR]

STURGEON, BILL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2107 [10FE]

STUTZMAN, ALBERT AND SARAH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2207 [12FE]

STUTZMAN, MARLIN A. (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2097 [9FE]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2297 [24FE]

——— include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: designate food and food products to be made available under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 479), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2598 [18MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H2225 [13FE]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2422 [4MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H656 [12JA]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2298 [24FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

FDIC and National Credit Union Administration: carry out analysis to determine whether insurance coverage should be raised on covered transaction accounts (see H.R. 8090), H2711 [25MR]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (see H.R. 7586), H2224 [13FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

FDIC and National Credit Union Administration: carry out analysis to determine whether insurance coverage should be raised on covered transaction accounts (H.R. 8090), H2711 [25MR]

Real estate: set restrictions on sale of single-family homes financed by Federal Government (H.R. 7586), H2225 [13FE]

Remarks

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2090 [9FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

House of Representatives: legislative program, H2606 [19MR]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013• [4FE]

——— tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Trump, President: State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Votes: position on missed, H1938• [2FE]

Tributes

Bontrager, Noah, H2608 [19MR]

Holtz, Louis L., H2452 [5MR]

Stuckey, Donald (Chip), H604 [9JA]

Stutzman, Albert and Sarah, H2207 [12FE]

SUAREZ, ABRAHAM Z.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E218 [16MR]

SUBRAMANYAM, SUHAS (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to engage in operations to invade or seize territory from Canada, Panama, or Greenland (see H.R. 1936), H616 [9JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2422 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2259 [23FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see H.R. 7467), H2334 [26FE]

——— prohibit exclusion of individuals from service on Federal jury due to disability and age (see H.R. 5096), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: carry out activities to reduce food loss and waste (see H.R. 2883), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit and prevent seclusion, mechanical restraint, chemical restraint, and dangerous restraints that restrict breathing, and prevent and reduce use of physical restraint in schools (see H.R. 6617), H2712 [25MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2371 [3MR]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see H.R. 3939), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to increase early detection of and intervention for uterine fibroids (see H.R. 4392), H2712 [25MR]

——— carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H616 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2474 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Labor: promulgate regulation allowing administrators of certain pension plans to voluntarily transfer unclaimed retirement distributions to State unclaimed property programs (see H.R. 5325), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H922 [15JA]

Dept. of the Interior: enhance preservation, maintenance, and management of national historic trails and national scenic trails (see H.R. 5134), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Transportation: issue rules enacting certain requirements relative to automatic emergency braking systems installed in new covered vehicles (see H.R. 3649), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H657 [12JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2229 [17FE]

Diseases and disorders: issue semipostal stamp to support Lyme disease research (see H.R. 4981), H2297 [24FE]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H1977 [3FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2236 [20FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H253 [8JA]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

FTC: conduct study on certain concession pricing practices (see H.R. 6859), H657 [12JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H921 [15JA]

——— provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H135 [7JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H136 [7JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2297 [24FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Kay Hagan Tick Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 4348), H2370 [3MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H135 [7JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H1173 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 7039), H2330 [25FE]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

SBA: increase maximum amount for certain loans (see H.R. 4153), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: allow early childhood educators to take educator expense deduction (see H.R. 5334), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Commerce: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (see H.R. 7779), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2186 [11FE]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (see H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Medicaid: increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (see H.R. 7778), H2369 [3MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Commerce: carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (H.R. 7968), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (H.R. 6973), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish program for conduct and support of research, training, and health information dissemination relative to environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases (H.R. 7779), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (H.R. 7516), H2187 [11FE]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1172 [21JA]

Medicaid: increase minimum monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals and couples (H.R. 7778), H2370 [3MR]

Remarks

Artificial intelligence (AI): support development of small business AI companies, H2490 [16MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H10 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (H.R. 6973), H606 [9JA]

——— ensure that borrowers who have performed qualifying public service receive Public Service Loan Forgiveness, H2044 [9FE]

——— release Federal TRIO programs grant applications, H2636 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove decision to place holds on immigration petitions and applications for individuals from certain countries, H618 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2446 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2446 [5MR]

Dept. of State: establish national registry of Korean American divided families (H.R. 1273), H618 [12JA]

——— proposed ban on visa processing for immigrants from certain foreign countries, H927 [20JA]

——— require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor, H2043 [9FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2147 [11FE]

——— interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2256 [23FE]

FEC: prohibit providing assistance to foreign nationals in making contributions or donations in connection with elections (H.R. 7193), H1163 [21JA]

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2246 [23FE]

——— prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, H2446 [5MR]

Health: prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests, H927 [20JA]

IRS: funding, H2043 [9FE]

Korean American Day: observance, H618 [12JA]

Manassas, VA: anniversary of Flower Gallery (business), H2490 [16MR]

Medicaid: disabled adult assistance funding, H2014 [4FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

NASA: establish program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements (H.R. 2600), H2243 [23FE]

——— utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2242 [23FE]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

OPM: final rule reclassifying certain employment positions as Schedule Policy/Career (formerly known as ‘‘Schedule F’’), H2490 [16MR]

——— improve retirement processing for Federal employees, H1969 [3FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H618 [12JA]

SSA: funding, H228 [8JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1162, H1163, H1165, H1166, H1167 [21JA]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H10 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2317 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2147 [11FE]

Warrenton, VA: Fauquier Hospital recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

——— opening of Puller Veterans Care Center, H618 [12JA]

Tributes

Brick, Witold (Vic), H2238 [23FE]

Dunlap, Dennis, H2636 [24MR]

Duvall, Robert, H2238 [23FE]

Senate, Michael T., H2043 [9FE]

SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program: establish (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program: establish (S. 3783), S511 [5FE]

SUBSTANCE USE-DISORDER PREVENTION THAT PROMOTES OPIOID RECOVERY AND TREATMENT (SUPPORT) FOR PATIENTS AND COMMUNITIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

SUBWAYS see Common Carriers

SUDAN, REPUBLIC OF THE

Bills and resolutions

Immigration: terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

SULLIVAN, DAN (a Senator from Alaska)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S917 [9MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1518 [22MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S882 [5MR]

Appropriations: provide for period of continuing appropriations in event of lapse in appropriations and establish procedures and consequences for failure to complete regular appropriations process (see S. 2721), S1581 [24MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 4064), S1048 [12MR]

Colleges and universities: establish that State-based education loan program is excluded from certain requirements relative to preferred lender arrangement (see S. 4097), S1616 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: exempt from inspection slaughter of animals and preparation of carcasses conducted at custom slaughter facilities (see S. 2409), S732 [2MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S883 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand Project ECHO Grant Program and allow for such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see S. 4036), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: exempt public school employees from non-processing related fees relative to Presidential proclamation restricting entry of certain nonimmigrants under H–1B visa program (see S. 4087), S1092 [17MR]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S732 [2MR]

——— establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see S. 3438), S652 [24FE]

——— require electronic communication service providers and remote computing services to report unlawful sale and distribution of controlled substances (see S. 2316), S803 [4MR]

Dept. of State: require inclusion of accessibility assessment during inspections of overseas diplomatic facilities by Inspector General (see S. 4194), S1614 [25MR]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1581 [24MR]

——— assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see S. 3478), S682 [25FE]

——— modify Payments in Lieu of Taxes program payment formula to increase funding for certain low-population counties without reducing funding for other counties (see S. 1175), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S959 [10MR]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S732 [2MR]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— expand access by veterans to critical access hospitals and affiliated clinics under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 1868), S1615 [25MR]

——— restore veterans’ rights to own or possess firearms by requiring proof of danger to self or others before reporting to National Instant Criminal Background Check System (see S. 478), S1091 [17MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S50 [6JA]

Foreign countries: prevent citizens of foreign adversarial nations from entering into or enforcing surrogacy contracts in U.S. (see S. 3101), S50 [6JA]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

Hong Kong: remove extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities if Hong Kong no longer enjoys high degree of autonomy from China (see S. 3655), S256 [15JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

——— promote human rights, Internet freedom and accountability in Iran (see S. 3900), S1010 [11MR]

IRS: create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Law enforcement officers: ensure ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters (see S. 1247), S959 [10MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1581 [24MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Park Service: extend authority for modifications to Second Division Memorial in District of Columbia (see S. 1353), S470 [3FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Tsunami Warning and Education Act: reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

Veterans: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (see S. 1032), S882 [5MR]

Vietnamese Conflict: award Congressional Gold Medal to service members of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (see S. 1970), S1091 [17MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S652 [24FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Controlled Substances Act: extend limitations period for certain offenses resulting in death or serious bodily injury (see S. 4209), S1614 [25MR]

Medicare: increase floor for practice expense and work geographic indices for certain areas (see S. 3688), S257 [15JA]

National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day: designate (see S. Res. 619), S707 [26FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Remarks

Alaska: tribute to Iditarod dogsled race, S1038 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

China: U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Cryptocurrency: provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1036 [12MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1036 [12MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1496 [22MR]

——— combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), unanimous-consent agreement, S1500 [22MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1505 [22MR]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Senate: legislative program, S1051 [12MR]

YMCA: anniversary (S. Res. 642), S1051 [12MR]

Tributes

Klupar, Olivia, S1039 [12MR]

SULPHUR SPRINGS VALLEY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.

Remarks in House

National Rural Electric Cooperative Association: Electric Cooperative Purpose Award recipient, H2685 [25MR]

SUMMIT COUNTY, OH

Remarks in House

Akron, OH: tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

SUMMIT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AKRON, OH

Remarks in House

Women’s History Project: tribute to Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

SUOZZI, THOMAS R. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H2336 [2MR]

——— require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building, Miller Place, NY: designate (see H.R. 5642), H2474 [5MR]

Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building, Northport, NY: designate (see H.R. 5641), H2474 [5MR]

Colleges and universities: authorize funding to expand and support enrollment at institutions that sponsor construction and manufacturing-oriented registered apprenticeship programs (see H.R. 4588), H1977 [3FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

DEA: make permanent scheduling of benzimidazole-opioids known as nitazenes (see H.R. 5415), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: enter into cooperative agreements with State, local, or Tribal governments to increase purchase of local foods (see H.R. 4782), H2370 [3MR]

——— expand replacement of stolen electronic benefit transfer benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 3117), H656 [12JA]

——— make commodities available for Emergency Food Assistance Program (see H.R. 3784), H2422 [4MR]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see H.R. 6944), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

——— report on threat posed by violent antisemitism as component of transnational extremist movements (see H.R. 5011), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H1950 [2FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2370 [3MR]

——— implement or strengthen programs that increase supply of quality child care services by enhancing wages of child care workers (see H.R. 1826), H1173 [21JA]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see H.R. 2004), H2235 [20FE]

——— provide assistance to States to expand child care workforce and child care facilities (see H.R. 581), H1922 [30JA]

——— provide for health care workforce innovation program (see H.R. 935), H1352 [22JA]

——— study and report on state of men’s health in U.S. and establish Office of Men’s Health (see H.R. 7602), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish program to insure certain second liens secured against property for purpose of financing accessory dwelling unit construction (see H.R. 4568), H1352 [22JA]

——— provide grants to local governments relative to pre-reviewed designs for mixed-income housing (see H.R. 5907), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see H.R. 7748), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2370 [3MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

EPA: improve recycling and composting programs (see H.R. 4109), H949 [20JA]

European Union: urge to expeditiously designate Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organization (see H. Res. 176), H2422 [4MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require certain covered agency heads to enter memorandum of understanding and submit report relative to certain housing policy issues (see H.R. 5387), H949 [20JA]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H1352 [22JA]

Firearms: require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign policy: address transnational repression by foreign governments against private individuals (see H.R. 4829), H2422 [4MR]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: require National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice to examine and report on growing U.S. nursing shortage (see H.R. 3333), H949 [20JA]

Housing: exempt Federal actions related to construction of infill housing from certain National Environmental Policy Act requirements (see H.R. 5085), H949 [20JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H2120 [10FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA] (see H. Res. 1008), H924 [16JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building, Westhampton Beach, NY: designate (see H.R. 5588), H2474 [5MR]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H2225 [13FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: delay implementation of efficiency adjustment to work relative value units under physician fee schedule (see H.R. 7520), H2217 [12FE]

——— establish pharmacy benefit manager reporting requirements relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see H.R. 950), H949 [20JA]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide for rebate by manufacturers for selected drugs and biological products subject to maximum fair price negotiation (see H.R. 4299), H1949 [2FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2297 [24FE]

——— streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

NOAA: provide for mapping, surveying, monitoring, and mitigation program for migratory whales and other large cetaceans (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H2033 [4FE]

NRC: amend definition of ‘‘production facility’’ to exclude equipment or device capable of reprocessing spent nuclear fuel in manner that does not separate plutonium from other transuranic elements (see H.R. 3978), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: expedite geothermal exploration and development in previously studied or developed areas (see H.R. 1077), H1173 [21JA]

Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic, Riverhead, NY: designate (see H.R. 5589), H2474 [5MR]

Real estate: provide additional requirements for purchase and sale of conventional mortgages by enterprises (see H.R. 3206), H1949 [2FE]

Russia: prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H2097 [9FE]

——— prohibit U.S. persons from providing petroleum equipment or services in energy sector of Russia (see H.R. 7094), H2097 [9FE]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Social Security: lower barriers to increase patient access to health care (see H.R. 6100), H616 [9JA]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taiwan: codify Six Assurances to Taiwan, provide congressional review of Six Assurances, and protect Taiwan from coercion (see H.R. 3452), H2421 [4MR]

Taxation: allow early childhood educators to take educator expense deduction (see H.R. 5334), H949 [20JA]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2297 [24FE]

——— establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see H.R. 6685), H1950 [2FE]

——— establish neighborhood revitalization tax credit (see H.R. 2854), H949 [20JA]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2042 [5FE]

——— provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (see H.R. 2085), H2225 [13FE]

——— repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (see H.R. 6999), H615 [9JA]

——— restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H895 [14JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H2370 [3MR]

Veterans: make homebuyers aware of all loan options by providing veterans with written comparison of Dept. of Veterans Affairs, FHA, and conventional loan options (see H.R. 3694), H1173 [21JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to those who served in U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps (see H.R. 4901), H13 [6JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.R. 5827), consideration (see H. Res. 989), H655 [12JA]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2284 [24FE]

District of Columbia: tribute to International Religious Freedom Summit, H1970 [3FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

SUPERFUND see Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA); Hazardous Substances

SUPERSONIC AVIATION MODERNIZATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3410, provisions, H2661 [24MR]

SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (FOOD STAMPS) see Department of Agriculture; Public Welfare Programs

SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME RESTORATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

SUPPORT FOR ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORIES AND NATIONAL HIGH-ENERGY ASTROPHYSICS HUBS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

SUPPORT FOR EXPECTANT AND PARENTING FOSTER YOUTH ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

SUPPORTING HEALTHY INTERSTATE FISHERIES IN TRANSITION (SHIFT) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

SUPPORTING PREGNANT AND PARENTING WOMEN AND FAMILIES ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 6945): consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 6945): consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Public welfare programs: allow States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for security at childcare facilities, H1145, H1146 [21JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, provisions, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 6945, provisions, H1139 [21JA]

SUPPORTING THE HEALTH OF AQUATIC SYSTEMS THROUGH RESEARCH KNOWLEDGE AND ENHANCED DIALOGUE (SHARKED) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2314) (S. Rept. 119–114), S801 [4MR]

SUPREME COURT related term(s) Courts

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Courts: constitutional amendment to limit terms of office of judges of Supreme Court and inferior courts (see H.J. Res. 145), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S162 [13JA] (see H.R. 7046), H718 [13JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Office of Ethics Counsel: establish (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Office of Investigative Counsel: establish (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights, H649 [12JA]

Day of Tears: observe and encourage citizens to lower flags to half-staff to honor unborn children who lost their lives to abortion (H. Res. 56), H1341 [22JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Political campaigns: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1128, H1162–H1167 [21JA]

Tariff: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H2300, H2308 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Constitution—U.S.: importance of separation of powers, S1631–S1638 [25MR]

Courts: affirm rule of law and legitimacy of judicial review, S223 [14JA]

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Political campaigns: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S205–S212 [14JA], S232 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— hearing of arguments relative to authority to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

SURFACE MINING CONTROL AND RECLAMATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: establish additional considerations relative to adequacy of permit performance bonds (see H.R. 7249), H1914 [27JA]

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD related term(s) Department of Transportation

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Nomination of Richard Kloster to Surface Transportation Board: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

SURIN, RONALD W., II

Proclamations

Tribute to Ronald W. Surin II: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

SURPLUS GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Bills and resolutions

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

SURVEYING related term(s) Land Use

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2041 [5FE]

SUSTAINING RURAL HEALTHCARE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

SWAGEL, PHILLIP L.

Bills and resolutions

CBO: remove Phillip L. Swagel as Director (see H. Res. 1006), H920 [15JA]

SWAIN, KENDAIL

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

SWALWELL, ERIC (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2297 [24FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H135 [7JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H136 [7JA]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide authority to transfer funds between accounts during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7844), H2677 [24MR]

——— reform qualified immunity standards for officers and agents of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection engaged in law enforcement activities (see H.R. 7284), H1920 [30JA]

——— require transparency relative to certain use of force incidents (see H.R. 7984), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: exclude certain veteran disability payments from income when determining housing assistance programs eligibility (see H.R. 5936), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2422 [4MR]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish American Worker Retirement Plan to provide certain workers access to portable, tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts (see H.R. 2696), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of Transportation: provide for eligibility of transit support specialists for crime prevention and security grants (see H.R. 6069), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2330 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2229 [17FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1912 [23JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Insurance: provide for health coverage with no cost-sharing for additional breast screenings for certain individuals at greater risk for breast cancer (see H.R. 6182), H2120 [10FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2422 [4MR]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H2370 [3MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H918 [15JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2032 [4FE]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2120 [10FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2229 [17FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2032 [4FE]

Remarks

Castro Valley, CA: anniversary of Pete’s Ace Hardware (business), E48• [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1968 [3FE]

SWANDRAK, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1939 [2FE]

SWANN, ALBERT J., III (AJ)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

SWANSON, ERIK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H620 [12JA], E28 [12JA]

SWEDEN, KINGDOM OF

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1040–S1044 [12MR]

SWEENEY, ROBERT W.

Reports

Political Contributions of Executive Nominees, S1008 [11MR]

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Asian Development Bank U.S. Director: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1008 [11MR]

SWEET, BILL

Remarks in House

Grand Traverse, MI, Area Veterans Coalition: Veteran of the Year award recipient, E224 [17MR]

SWEET BRIAR, VA

Bills and resolutions

Sweet Briar College: anniversary (see H. Res. 1053), H2119 [10FE]

SWEET BRIAR COLLEGE

Bills and resolutions

Anniversary (see H. Res. 1053), H2119 [10FE]

SWEET GRASS COUNTY, MT

Remarks in Senate

Montana: tribute to Stillwater and East Boulder Platinum Palladium Mines, S679 [25FE]

SWENSON, WILLIAM

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S1604 [25MR]

SWIM, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2682 [25MR]

SWIRBUL, HAILEY

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2012 [4FE]

SYKES, EMILIA STRONG (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

Courts: eliminate mandatory arbitration clauses in employment, consumer, civil rights, and antitrust cases (see H.R. 5350), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2188 [11FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out, expand, and coordinate programs relating to plastic exposure health research, and authorize grants, contracts, and agreements relative to such research (see H.R. 4903), H2598 [18MR]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H2097 [9FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

Drugs: decriminalize, expunge prior convictions, tax products to create programs for those adversely affected by War on Drugs, and provide assistance and collect data on small businesses relative to marijuana (see H.R. 5068), H2033 [4FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2225 [13FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2677 [24MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

——— require health plans to provide coverage for prostate cancer screenings without imposition of cost-sharing requirements (see H.R. 1300), H2370 [3MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: expand and improve earned income tax credit (see H.R. 2338), H2677 [24MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Akron, OH: anniversary of Akron Urban League (see H. Res. 1000), H893 [14JA]

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

Remarks

Akron, OH: anniversary of Remedy Church, H1336 [22JA]

——— tribute to Archbishop Hoban High School girls’ basketball team, H2608 [19MR]

——— tribute to Black Chamber of Commerce-Summit County, H2174 [11FE]

Akron Rites of Passage Institute: tribute, H2012 [4FE]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2556 [18MR]

Bagnoli, Dominic: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Black History Month: observance, H2429 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

Domestic policy: address housing costs, H724 [14JA]

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

Ewers, Dave: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

Federal aid programs: protect access to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security programs, H1126 [21JA]

Harper, Mark: Jackson Township, OH, EMS Excellence Award recipient, H909 [15JA]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H1127 [21JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H107 [7JA], H1127 [21JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2556 [18MR]

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— expand earned income and child tax credits (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2556 [18MR]

Votes: position on missed, E41• [14JA], E134• [12FE], E188• [4MR]

Tributes

Haines, Jada, H2707 [25MR]

Piero, Conrad, H229 [8JA]

SYNAGOGUES see Churches, Synagogues, and Mosques

SYRIA, ARAB REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Foreign policy: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Immigration: terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

Remarks in House

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H1991 [4FE]

TACURI, CHRIS

Remarks in House

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

TAILORED REGULATORY UPDATES FOR SUPERVISORY TESTING (TRUST) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3830), S577 [11FE]

TAILORING AND INDEXING ENHANCED REGULATIONS (TIER) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6553) (H. Rept. 119–532), H2326 [25FE]

TAIWAN

Bills and resolutions

Arms sales: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

China: impose sanctions if China threatens security of Taiwan (see S. 4065), S1009 [11MR]

Democracy: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Diplomats: permit dignitaries and service members visiting U.S. to display national emblems and flag of Republic of China (see H.R. 7485), H2185 [11FE]

Foreign policy: promote energy security (see H.R. 7873), H2476 [9MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

NASA and NOAA: expand cooperation with Taiwan on civilian space activities (see S. 3979), S801 [4MR]

Remarks in House

China: direct financial regulators to exclude representatives of China from certain banking organizations if President notifies Congress of any threats to economic system of Taiwan or U.S. (H.R. 1531), H2078, H2079 [9FE]

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37 [13JA]

Reports filed

Taiwan Allies Fund Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1531, Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act, H2078 [9FE]

S. Res. 657, commend Tawian on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions, S1546 [23MR]

TAIWAN ALLIES FUND ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 1216), S552 [10FE]

TAIWAN ENERGY SECURITY AND ANTI-EMBARGO ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2722), S552 [10FE]

TAIWAN UNDERSEA CABLE RESILIENCE INITIATIVE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

TAIWANESE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF GREATER CHICAGO

Remarks in House

Tribute, E37 [13JA]

TAIWANESE AMERICANS

Remarks in House

Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago: tribute, E37 [13JA]

TAKAICHI, SANAE (Prime Minister, Japan)

Articles and editorials

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, E114 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Japan: elections, E114 [9FE]

TAKANO, MARK (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H1173 [21JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Committee on Aging (House, Select): establish (see H. Res. 1013), H2474 [5MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: provide civil remedy for individual whose rights have been violated by person acting under Federal authority (see H.R. 6091), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— require institutions of higher education to provide or allow trained advisors for students facing disciplinary proceedings (see H.R. 5545), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of HHS: establish direct care registered nurse-to-patient staffing ratio requirements in hospitals (see H.R. 3415), H2531 [16MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H2370 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2552 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue occupational safety and health rule that requires covered health care and social service employers to adopt comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan (see H.R. 2531), H2421 [4MR]

Dept. of the Interior: permanently prohibit oil and gas leasing activities in Central California Planning Area (see H.R. 2882), H2236 [20FE]

——— permanently prohibit oil and gas leasing activities in Southern California planning area (see H.R. 2862), H2297 [24FE]

——— permanently prohibit oil and gas leasing off coast of California (see H.R. 2820), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H922 [15JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2221 [12FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2330 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (H.R. 7853), H2473 [5MR]

FTC: increase consumer protections relative to subscription-based negative option contract agreements entered into on Internet (H.R. 7048), H719 [13JA]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H241 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H701 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2019 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1315 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2453 [5MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1315 [22JA], H2019 [4FE], H2453 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H682 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H686 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: direct Board of Veterans’ Appeals director to give priority to individuals with certain professional experience in recommending such individuals to serve as members of Board (H.R. 659), H936, H937 [20JA]

——— establish Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer (H.R. 1663), H938, H939 [20JA]

——— make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1931, H1932 [2FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

——— modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1934, H1935 [2FE]

——— reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H241 [8JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H808 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H1315 [22JA], H2019 [4FE]

——— Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2024 [4FE]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Tributes

Blakely, Edward J., E77• [27JA]

Brownley, Representative, H937 [20JA]

Fine, Michael, E129• [11FE]

Gutierrez Reyes, Alberto, H2453 [5MR]

McPike, R. Kirk, H2174 [11FE]

Peltz, Ernest, H1931 [2FE]

Ransom, Roger, H1337 [22JA]

TAKE YOUR RATE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7754), H2368 [3MR]

TAKETA, KRISTEN

Articles and editorials

Child Care Providers Reporting Unnerving Stakeouts, H1144 [21JA]

TALLADEGA, AL

Remarks in House

Talladega Insurance Agency: anniversary, E151 [23FE]

TAMANG, PRADEEP

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2416 [4MR]

TAMARAC, FL

Lists

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Remarks in House

National Women’s History Month: tribute to honorees, E230 [18MR]

TAMPA, FL

Remarks in House

Ballast Point Elementary School: anniversary, E114 [9FE]

Tampa (FL) Sentinel Bulletin: tribute, E243 [19MR]

Weekly Challenger (publication): tribute, E241 [19MR]

TAMPA BAY (FL) TIMES

Articles and editorials

For Tampa Bay’s Mobile Home Residents, High Electric Bills Can Be a Crisis, H597 [9JA]

TAMPA (FL) SENTINEL BULLETIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E243 [19MR]

TANF HYGIENE ACCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

TARGETED OPERATIONS TO REMOVE CATASTROPHIC HAZARDS (TORCH) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

TARIFF related term(s) Foreign Trade

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

Articles and editorials

Why Is Renewing AGOA Strategic for U.S.-Africa Minerals Diplomacy?, H640 [12JA]

Bills and resolutions

Animals: impose duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand (see H.R. 7276), H1920 [30JA]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Congress: require approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Commerce: establish task force in International Trade Administration to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: promulgate regulations to refund tariffs invalidly assessed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act to entities that demonstrably lower consumer prices (see H.R. 7822), H2470 [5MR]

——— refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization (see H.R. 7646), H2258 [23FE] (see H.R. 7865), H2475 [9MR]

Foreign trade: impose additional requirements relative to importers of record (see S. 4003), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7812), H2469 [5MR]

——— increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

——— modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (see H.J. Res. 150), H2228 [17FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

Small business: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Taxation: establish individual tariff refund credit (see H.R. 7636), H2234 [20FE]

——— impose additional duties on imported goods (see H.R. 6991), H252 [8JA]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

——— require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Letters

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Remarks in House

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), H637–H642 [12JA]

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H114 [7JA]

Haiti: extend duty-free treatment of imports under Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 6504), H642–H645 [12JA], E40 [14JA]

House Rules: suspend counting of calendar days for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), H2154–H2161 [11FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72), unanimous-consent agreement, H2116 [10FE]

——— terminate national emergency declared by President to regulate imports with reciprocal tariff to rectify trade practices that contribute to large and persistent annual U.S. goods trade deficits (S.J. Res. 88), H1180, H1181 [22JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, E169 [26FE]

Supreme Court: decision in Learning Resources Inc., v. Trump relative to authority of President to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, H2308 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H674, H675 [13JA], H2104 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300, H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (H.R. 7615), H2272, H2273 [24FE]

Remarks in Senate

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S537 [9FE], S540 [10FE]

Congress: provide for notification to, and review by, Congress relative to imposition of duties (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: refund American consumers for increased costs resulting from tariffs imposed without congressional authorization, S857 [5MR]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, S5 [5JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Supreme Court: hearing of arguments relative to authority of President Trump to impose tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act, S123 [12JA], S234 [15JA]

Taxation: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S205 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S693 [26FE]

Reports filed

Suspend Counting of Calendar Days in House for Purposes of National Emergencies Act Relative to Joint Resolution Terminating National Emergency Declaration Instituting Tariffs: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, suspend counting of calendar days in House for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs, H2107 [10FE]

H.J. Res. 72, terminate national emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada, H2154 [11FE]

H.R. 6500, AGOA Extension Act, H637 [12JA]

H.R. 6504, Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act, H642 [12JA]

TARIFF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Foreign trade: modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

TARIFF REFUNDS FOR WORKING FAMILIES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

TASTING ALLIANCE (organization)

Remarks in House

Starlight Distillery (company): San Francisco World Spirits Competition Best Overall Bourbon winner, H669 [13JA]

TATE, JEFF

Remarks in House

Tribute, E138 [13FE]

TATE, NATHAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H9 [6JA]

TAULTON, ROSE

Remarks in House

Southern Arizona Volunteer Management Association: Volunteer of the Year award recipient, H2176 [11FE]

TAX RELIEF FOR RENTERS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

TAXATION

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S764, S765, S766 [3MR], S774, S775, S805, S806, S836, S837, S838, S839, S840, S843, S845, S846, S847, S848, S849, S850 [4MR], S888, S890, S891, S893, S894, S896, S897, S898, S899, S902, S903, S904, S905 [5MR], S918, S919, S932, S933, S934, S936, S938, S939, S941 [9MR], S967 [10MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Agriculture: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

American dream accounts: create for purpose of setting aside tax-deferred contributions for purchase of new home (see S. 4026), S915 [9MR]

Armed Forces: exclude from gross income compensation received in connection with inactive-duty training (see H.R. 7897), H2481 [12MR]

——— exclude from gross income earnings from certain overseas deployments of members (see H.R. 6970), H134 [7JA]

Benefits: exclude from gross income certain restored benefits received by public-sector employees (see H.R. 7361), H2030 [4FE]

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (see H.J. Res. 139), H615 [9JA]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Business and industry: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— deny deduction for outsourcing payments (see H.R. 7559), H2219 [12FE]

——— modify certain percentage depletion rules relative to oil and gas wells (see H.R. 8034), H2627 [20MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7493), H2185 [11FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see S. 4207), S1614 [25MR]

Carbon oxide sequestration credit: expand to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

Cemeteries and funerals: allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries (see H.R. 7087), H918 [15JA]

Charities: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

Chemicals: provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

Children and youth: establish credit for adult child caregivers (see H.R. 7610), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish grant program and allow tax credits to be used for recreational youth sports (see H.R. 6979), H251 [8JA]

——— establish New Child Tax Credit and provide for American Dream Accounts (see S. 3770), S470 [3FE]

Coal: extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

Colleges and universities: allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

——— expand deduction for student loan interest to include payments toward principal and increase value of deduction (see H.R. 7536), H2218 [12FE]

——— permit fees for admissions applications to higher education institutions to be paid from 529 plans (see H.R. 7205), H1349 [22JA]

Community development: modify rules for investments in qualified opportunity funds (see H.R. 7820), H2470 [5MR]

Congress: advance commonsense policies (see H.R. 7314), H1948 [2FE]

——— advance policy priorities (see H.R. 7315), H1948 [2FE]

Conservation of energy: improve access to home energy-efficiency rebates for working families, renters, and owners of older homes (see H.R. 7197), H1349 [22JA]

——— restore and extend certain home energy credits to incentivize energy efficiency (see S. 3722), S376 [29JA]

Construction industries: establish mass timber plant investment credit, mass timber workforce development credit, and mass timber construction credit (see H.R. 7245), H1914 [27JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corporations: end tax-free treatment of certain corporate reorganizations that involve large corporations (see S. 4185), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

Crime: repeal limitation on deductions for personal casualty losses and provide for increased taxpayer relief relative to theft losses involving fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation (see H.R. 6999), H615 [9JA]

Currency: exclude from gross income de minimis gains from certain sales or exchanges of virtual currency (see S. 4171), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy: carry out program to provide payments to communities in which nuclear powerplant that has ceased generating electricity and that stores spent nuclear fuel on-site is located (see H.R. 7796), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish grant program to provide amounts to developers to offset State and local taxes associated with building of housing developments (see H.R. 7243), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Transportation: establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Disasters: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see S. 3605), S115 [8JA] (see H.R. 7450), H2095 [9FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (see S.J. Res. 102), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 142), H1350 [22JA]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

Ecology and environment: establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see S. 4021), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see S. 3863), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

Education: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H919 [15JA]

——— exclude certain post graduation scholarship grants from gross income in same manner as qualified scholarships to promote economic growth (see H.R. 7594), H2228 [17FE]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

Employment: extend and expand work opportunity credit (see H.R. 7998), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers (see H.R. 8023), H2621 [19MR]

——— simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Families and domestic relations: increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7424), H2094 [9FE]

Food industry: classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Gambling: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H251 [8JA]

Health: expand eligibility for health savings accounts (see H.R. 7681), H2327 [25FE]

——— make sex offenders ineligible for refundable credit for coverage under qualified health plans and federally funded medical assistance under Medicaid (see H.R. 7453), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide credit for certain indoor air quality assessments and improvements (see H.R. 7460), H2118 [10FE]

Health care professionals: provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

Housing: allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for qualified housing expenses (see H.R. 7393), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow tax credit for qualified multigenerational housing expenses (see H.R. 7584), H2224 [13FE]

——— establish deduction for certain amounts paid for rent for primary residence (see H.R. 7768), H2368 [3MR]

——— establish housing affordability credit (see H.R. 7216), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish tax-advantaged homeowner savings accounts (see H.R. 7756), H2368 [3MR]

——— exclude from gross income gains on sale of real property to first-time homebuyers by individuals who have attained age 65 (see H.R. 7051), H892 [14JA]

——— give individuals with deceased spouses same exclusion of gain from sale of principal residence as is allowed to married couples, regardless of how much time has passed since such death (see H.R. 7349), H2029 [4FE]

——— impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing (see S. 4080), S1046 [12MR]

Income: adjust minimum wage for tipped workers and expand and make permanent qualified tip tax deduction (see H.R. 7577), H2224 [13FE]

——— equalize treatment of capital gains and earned income (see S. 4122), S1090 [17MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (see S. 3956), S731 [2MR] (see H.R. 7767), H2368 [3MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— modify limitation on individual deductions for certain State and local taxes and allow deduction for qualified special assessment taxes (see H.R. 7561), H2219 [12FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Insurance: make permanent expansion of health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 7909), H2482 [12MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Investments: expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (see H.R. 7414), H2094 [9FE]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— create Business Child Care Liaison to help more businesses take advantage of Federal child care tax incentives (see S. 4071), S1046 [12MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

——— establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

——— improve services provided to taxpayers by providing greater judicial review (see S. 3931), S706 [26FE]

——— provide exemption from gross income for interest paid to taxpayers by IRS following audit or litigation in which taxpayer prevailed (see S. 3587), S89 [7JA]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

——— reform individual income tax rates (see H.R. 7303), H1921 [30JA]

——— require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

——— temporarily suspend clean electricity production credit to support Strategic Petroleum Reserve (see S. 4158), S1443 [20MR]

Law enforcement officers: exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H1349 [22JA]

Medical devices: allow credit against income tax for purchase of hearing aids (see H.R. 7770), H2369 [3MR]

Motor vehicles: exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax (see H.R. 7582), H2224 [13FE]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

National security: deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

Native Americans: treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Olympic Games: remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H893 [14JA]

Pensions: establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see S. 3615), S130 [12JA]

——— exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1171 [21JA]

Petroleum: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

Power resources: establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H717 [13JA]

——— extend clean fuel production credit and reinstate special rate calculation relative to sustainable aviation fuel (see S. 3759), S442 [2FE]

Real estate: allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7468), H2118 [10FE]

——— allow distributions from qualified tuition programs for first home purchases (see H.R. 7402), H2040 [5FE]

——— allow establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts (see H.R. 7422), H2094 [9FE]

——— deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H717 [13JA] (see H.R. 7131), H924 [16JA]

——— establish first-time homebuyer refundable tax credit (see H.R. 7160), H948 [20JA]

——— exclude all gain from sale of principal residence or any residence which is sold to first-time homebuyer (see H.R. 7400), H2040 [5FE]

——— exclude from gross income gain from conversion of property by reason of eminent domain (see H.R. 7687), H2327 [25FE]

——— impose excise tax on acquisition of single-family residences by hedge fund taxpayers (see S. 3930), S706 [26FE]

——— provide charitable deduction for contribution of use of certain property by community learning centers (see H.R. 7093), H919 [15JA]

Renewable energy: extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

Schools: allow certain advance refunding bonds for public school districts to be tax-exempt (see H.R. 7570), H2224 [13FE]

Senior citizens: make Social Security tax deduction for seniors permanent (see H.R. 7550), H2219 [12FE]

Ships and vessels: include watercraft as applicable passenger vehicles for purpose of deducting personal loan interest (see H.R. 7222), H1350 [22JA]

Small business: provide credit to certain small employers for startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans (see H.R. 7922), H2482 [12MR]

Sports: impose tax on income earned from competing in global athletic events on behalf of foreign entities of concern (see H.R. 7707), H2328 [25FE]

Standard deduction: increase (see S. 4042), S958 [10MR]

States: exclude from gross income payments from funds established by State for purposes of welfare of individual residents of such State (see H.R. 7760), H2368 [3MR]

——— prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (see H.R. 7619), H2233 [20FE]

Strategic materials: adjust percentage depletion rate for certain rare earths (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

Tariff: establish individual tariff refund credit (see H.R. 7636), H2234 [20FE]

——— impose additional duties on imported goods (see H.R. 6991), H252 [8JA]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

——— require process for exclusion of certain articles used in home constructions from certain duties (see S. 3943), S706 [26FE]

Tax-exempt organizations: provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

Teachers: exclude from gross income up to first $50,000 wages from employment as K–12 public school teacher (see H.R. 7157), H948 [20JA]

Technology: establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Volunteer workers: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Whistleblowing: make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2550 [17MR]

Wildfires: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Cost Estimates

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): CBO, H2071 [9FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Quinten Drugach, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions: Glen Lee, District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer, H2005 [4FE]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor and Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia, H2006 [4FE]

——— several organizations, H2006 [4FE]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2194, H2203 [12FE]

Opposition to Trump administration tariffs: National Taxpayers Union, E96 [3FE]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Motions

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR], S1004 [11MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S571 [11FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1599 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Budget: constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), H2560–H2568 [18MR]

——— constitutional amendment to require balanced (H.J. Res. 139), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

California: condemn wealth tax proposal, H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

——— proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Charities: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

Children and youth: establish credit for adult child caregivers, H1970 [3FE]

——— tribute to tax-advantaged investment accounts for children (Trump Accounts), H2413 [4MR]

Congress: importance of bipartisanship, H144 [8JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, H2538 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy: require certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs or disrupting supply chain for critical minerals, H2153 [11FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2050–H2074, H2090–H2093 [9FE], H2173, H2175 [11FE], H2613 [19MR]

Disasters: exclude from gross income amounts received from State-based catastrophe loss mitigation programs (H.R. 1849), H2011 [4FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), H2002–H2008 [4FE], E113 [9FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

Domestic policy: anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs funding, H621 [12JA], H1131 [21JA], H1969 [3FE], H2345 [3MR], H2537 [17MR]

Families and domestic relations: expand earned income and child tax credits (H.R. 463), H2556 [18MR]

——— express that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt institution of family and support elimination of financial penalties for married couples, H810 [14JA], H2210 [12FE]

Health: expand and improve health savings accounts, H713 [13JA]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

House of Representatives: legislative priorities, H143 [8JA], H1127 [21JA]

Housing: deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning more than certain number of single family properties (H.R. 4352), H724 [14JA]

——— provide tax credits for conversion of commercial buildings to residential units and for support and technical assistance to housing agencies to identify and advance certain housing conversion opportunities (H.R. 537), H2451 [5MR]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Income: ensure high-income individuals pay their fair share of taxes (H.R. 6438), H2537 [17MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

IRS: funding, H2043 [9FE]

Motor vehicles: provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

National Firearms Act: modernize to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197–H2199 [12FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H2320 [25FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H117, H118, H120 [7JA], H150 [8JA], H672 [13JA], H727, H803, H804 [14JA], H1991, H2021 [4FE], H2046 [9FE], H2101 [10FE], H2206 [12FE], H2489 [16MR], H2540, H2543 [17MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H103, H107, H111, H116, H118, H124–H126, H127, H130–H132 [7JA], H145, H146, H149, H150, H217–H226, H239–H244 [8JA], H606 [9JA], H618 [12JA], H713 [13JA], H929 [20JA], H1127 [21JA], H1191 [22JA], H2205 [12FE], H2672 [24MR], H2682 [25MR]

Petroleum: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (S. 4111), H2560 [18MR]

Power resources: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

Real estate: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (H.R. 4327), H1157 [21JA]

Republican Party: national agenda, H115, H116, H119, H129 [7JA], H711–H713 [13JA], H803, H804 [14JA], H1159–H1162 [21JA], H2539 [17MR], H2565 [18MR], H2695 [25MR], E169 [26FE]

Research: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242 [19MR]

Social Security: protect system and improve benefits, H2105 [10FE]

South Carolina: release of State budget, E69 [22JA]

States: prohibit to impose retroactive tax on assets of nonresident individuals (H.R. 7619), H614 [9JA], H2321 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H671 [13JA], H1130 [21JA], H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2683 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620 [12JA], H669, H674, H675 [13JA], H2104, H2110, H2113 [10FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, H803 [14JA], H1181, H1343 [22JA], H2175 [11FE], H2272, H2273 [24FE], H2300, H2308 [25FE], E96 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to tariffs, H602 [9JA], H2155–H2161 [11FE]

——— State of the Union Message, H2309 [25FE]

Washington (State): condemn wealth tax proposal, H1127 [21JA]

Remarks in Senate

Courts: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (S. 4125), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S770 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S625 [23FE], S635 [24FE], S773–S775, S777 [4MR], S855, S877 [5MR], S911 [9MR], S943–S946, S948 [10MR], S969, S975–S977, S999, S1004 [11MR], S1017, S1021–S1025 [12MR], S1202 [18MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S719, S720 [2MR], S741, S742 [3MR], S769, S770 [4MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and English proficiency (H.R. 6644), unanimous-consent agreement, S914 [9MR]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560, S566–S571 [11FE], S587 [12FE]

——— disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), unanimous-consent agreement, S616 [12FE]

Ecology and environment: terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (S. 3863), S947 [10MR]

Economy: address unequal distribution of wealth and income, S411 [30JA]

——— address unequal distribution of wealth and income and growing threat of oligarchy in U.S., S331 [28JA]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (S. 3754), S420 [30JA]

Income: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and use revenue to address issues of working families (S. 3956), S1317 [19MR]

Insurance: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (S. 3385), S5 [5JA]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S542–S544 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1596–S1599 [25MR]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S102 [8JA], S185, S188 [14JA], S281 [27JA], S301–S303, S326 [28JA], S357, S366 [29JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE], S691 [26FE], S779 [4MR], S952 [10MR], S979 [11MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: anniversary, S1528 [23MR]

——— enhanced tax credits funding, S65, S68 [7JA], S121, S123 [12JA], S142, S146–S151 [13JA], S187, S194, S195 [14JA], S235, S246 [15JA], S1529 [23MR]

Real estate: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (S. 3904), S653 [24FE]

Russia: deny any foreign tax credit or deduction relative to taxes paid or accrued to Russia (S. 327), S953 [10MR]

Tariff: limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), S103, S104 [8JA]

——— limit authority to impose duties on articles of food (S. 3229), unanimous-consent request, S103 [8JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S188 [14JA], S447 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S1598 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign trade, S623 [23FE], S633 [24FE]

——— State of the Union Message, S658–S663 [25FE], S714 [26FE]

Reports

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—Preliminary Results From Ongoing Review Suggest Fraud Risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit Persist: GAO, H222–H224 [8JA]

Reports filed

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 139, Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.J. Res. 142, Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Constitutional Amendment To Require Balanced Budget: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.J. Res. 139) (H. Rept. 119–520), H2325 [25FE]

Disapprove District of Columbia Actions Relative to Decoupling District of Columbia Tax Code From Certain Federal Tax Provisions: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (Senate) (S.J. Res. 102), S489 [4FE]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6644) (H. Rept. 119–457), H918 [15JA]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6431) (H. Rept. 119–509), H2233 [20FE]

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1032, consideration of H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2538 [17MR]

H.J. Res. 139, constitutional amendment to require balanced budget, H2560 [18MR]

H.J. Res. 142, disapprove District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District of Columbia tax code from certain Federal tax provisions, H2002 [4FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 6644, Housing for the 21st Century Act, H2050–H2070 [9FE]

Hindering Oppressive Nations From Obtaining Revenue (HONOR) Act, S953 [10MR]

S. 3811, American Business for American Companies Act, S535–S537 [9FE]

S. 3847, Stop Corporate Inversions Act, S579 [11FE]

S. 3863, Pay Less at the Pump Act, S611 [12FE]

TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS related term(s) Fundraising; Nonprofit Organizations

Bills and resolutions

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

——— provide that 501(c)(3) organizations are liable for use of funding provided as fiscal sponsor (see S. 3942), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7799), H2419 [4MR]

——— revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

Remarks in House

Charities: allow charitable organizations to make statements on political campaigns if such statements are made in ordinary course of carrying out its tax-exempt purpose (H.R. 2501), H712 [13JA]

TAXIS see Common Carriers; Motor Vehicles

TAXPAYER DUE PROCESS ENHANCEMENT ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6506) (H. Rept. 119–428), H133 [7JA]

TAXPAYER EXPERIENCE IMPROVEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

TAXPAYER NOTIFICATION AND PRIVACY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6495) (H. Rept. 119–427), H133 [7JA]

TAXPAYER WORKFORCE MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

TAYLOR, DAVID J. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2297 [24FE]

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Commerce: require license for export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits (see H.R. 6875), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish pilot program in which States may use consolidated funds, through Upward Mobility Grants, for antipoverty programs (see H.R. 6949), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2531 [16MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H1949 [2FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: condemn Iranian regime’s terrorism, regional proxy war, and internal suppression (see H. Res. 166), H925 [16JA]

Medicaid: develop national quality standards for continuous skilled nursing services (see H.R. 6592), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2712 [25MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Money: ensure that U.S. currency is treated as legal tender to be accepted as payment for purchases of goods and services at U.S. brick-and-mortar businesses (see H.R. 1138), H2677 [24MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

Medicare: limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (H.R. 8028), H2622 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (H.R. 7321), H1949 [2FE]

Medicare: limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (H.R. 7409), H2042 [5FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (H.R. 7809), H2421 [4MR]

Water: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (H.R. 7476), H2119 [10FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H617 [12JA], H1925 [2FE], H2237 [23FE]

Letters

Made in America Jobs Act: Representative Graves, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House), H2653 [24MR]

——— Representative Hill, Committee on Financial Services (House), H2653 [24MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1925 [2FE]

Remarks

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657, H2658 [24MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service and for National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (H. Con. Res. 73), H2651, H2652 [24MR]

Clermont, OH: tribute to Clermont Chamber of Commerce, H2044 [9FE]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H118 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H118 [7JA]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Economic Development Administration: provide for certain grant eligibility relative to projects that facilitate relocation to the U.S. of source of employment located outside U.S. (H.R. 7342), H2652, H2653, H2654 [24MR]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663 [24MR]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663 [24MR]

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

——— authorize use of physical or digital copies of certain certificates for certain inspections (H.R. 2247), H2660, H2661 [24MR]

——— study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

——— conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2655, H2656, H2657 [24MR]

GSA: convene consultation meetings to identify alternative financing solutions for construction of new public buildings that will reduce costs to Federal Government (H.R. 7388), H2650, H2651 [24MR]

——— report to Congress on state of Public Building Service real estate portfolio (H.R. 6480), H2648, H2649 [24MR]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), H2575 [18MR]

——— clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (H.R. 1958), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2540 [17MR]

Waverly, OH: tribute to Waverly High School marching band, H2044 [9FE]

Tributes

Angst, Curtis J., H2679 [25MR]

Corcoran, Issac, H1938 [2FE]

Jones, C.J., H1938 [2FE]

Schneider, Carl and Nancy, H2044 [9FE]

Stratton, Chris, H2307 [25FE]

Teeters, Ezra and Cleo, H2452 [5MR]

TAYLOR, ELANA MEYERS

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, H2101 [10FE], H2414 [4MR]

TAYLOR, ELENA MEYERS

Remarks in House

Olympic Games: tribute to participation, E231 [18MR]

TAYLOR, GEORGE

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

TAYLOR, HOWIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E201 [9MR]

TAYLOR, MARIA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2174 [11FE]

TAYLOR, OLESYA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

TAYLOR, TX

Remarks in House

Mikeska, Tim: Taylor, TX, Outstanding Citizen of the Year award recipient, E47 [16JA]

TEACHERS see Education

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE see Foreign Aid

TECHNOLOGY related term(s) Electronics; Research; Science

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2276 [24FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: provide for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic agricultural equipment (see H.R. 7850), H2471 [5MR]

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7491), H2185 [11FE]

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 3755), S442 [2FE] (see S. 4064), S1009 [11MR]

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

China: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— prohibit importation of certain energy storage systems made by entities within China (see H.R. 7635), H2234 [20FE]

Civil liberties: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Committee on Financial Services (House): provide oversight on adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in financial services and housing industries (see H. Res. 1007), H924 [16JA]

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: include Sec. of the Interior as member (see H.R. 7074), H893 [14JA]

Computers: establish grant program to provide awards to National Laboratories and institutions of higher education to develop secure artificial intelligence (AI) cyber-physical testbeds to simulate grid-scale cyberattacks (see H.R. 7696), H2327 [25FE]

Congress: advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (see H.J. Res. 143), H1350 [22JA]

——— advance bipartisan, common sense solutions (H.J. Res. 143), consideration (see H. Res. 1068), H2234 [20FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans’’ (see S.J. Res. 134), S1205 [18MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

——— strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Contracts: prohibit certain Federal contracts with internationally owned software companies (see H.R. 7604), H2233 [20FE]

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 7997), H2620 [19MR]

——— limit effect of litigation on environmental application process for data centers and associated infrastructure (see H.R. 8037), H2674 [24MR]

——— require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: establish protections against digital impersonation fraud (see S. 3982), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7786), H2419 [4MR]

——— prohibit coercing protected adults to send or otherwise transmit intimate visual depictions (see H.R. 7715), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (see S. 3907), S651 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4074), S1046 [12MR]

Defense Production Act Committee: modify committee requirements and establish Subcommittee on Emerging Technology (see H.R. 8053), H2675 [24MR]

——— require to maintain database of actions (see H.R. 7771), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize use of benefits under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for online grocery purchases (see H.R. 7469), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8046), H2675 [24MR]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H947 [20JA]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7316), H1948 [2FE] (see H.R. 7658), H2296 [24FE]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

——— require reports on foreign agriculture land acquisitions to contain geospatial data (see S. 4192), S1614 [25MR]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out study on challenges faced by U.S. small artificial intelligence (AI) businesses (see H.R. 7968), H2550 [17MR]

——— conduct public awareness and education campaign to provide information on benefits of, risks relating to, and prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily lives of individuals in U.S. (see H.R. 7151), H947 [20JA]

——— develop artificial intelligence (AI) training resources and toolkits for U.S. small businesses (see S. 3888), S610 [12FE]

——— establish commission on robotics (see H.R. 7334), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Defense: develop cyber workforce strategy (see S. 3619), S161 [13JA]

——— enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

——— establish network of regional hubs to foster innovation, collaboration, and rapid development of defense-related technologies (see H.R. 7323), H1975 [3FE]

——— limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— provide for limitations on use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4113), S1090 [17MR]

——— test and certify each automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) out transponder system on Dept. of Defense aircraft operated in U.S. airspace (see H.R. 8072), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Education: establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (see S. 3784), S509 [5FE]

——— provide out-of-school time educators with professional development in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects (see S. 4030), S915 [9MR]

——— require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7892), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: accelerate deployment of advanced technologies and innovative solutions that support environmental cleanup and help prevent accumulation of nuclear waste from current and anticipated nuclear activities (see S. 3828), S577 [11FE]

——— assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

——— carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

——— conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

——— develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

——— impose certain requirements on data centers to ensure prioritization of residential ratepayers (see S. 3852), S578 [11FE]

——— impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 4214), S1614 [25MR]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

——— reauthorize Energy Sector Operational Support for Cyberresilience Program (see H.R. 7305), H1948 [2FE]

——— reauthorize Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program (see H.R. 7266), H1915 [27JA]

——— require data centers to generate electricity (see H.R. 6983), H251 [8JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— study and accelerate more productive use of U.S. energy resources (see H.R. 7606), H2233 [20FE]

——— study and modernize measurement and reporting of U.S. energy use (see H.R. 7607), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: study strategies to apply artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in health care industry to improve administrative and clerical work and preserve privacy and security of patient data (see H.R. 7064), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: authorize use of certain financial assistance for vehicle security enhancement upgrades (see H.R. 7285), H1921 [30JA]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7363), H2030 [4FE]

——— require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

——— require U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to timely update Online Detainee Locator System (see S. 3995), S802 [4MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of Justice: create administrative subpoena process to assist copyright owners in determining which of their copyrighted works have been used in training of artificial intelligence (AI) models (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish pilot program to develop, expand, and maintain digital community resource guides to advance reentry efforts of individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (see H.R. 7309), H1948 [2FE]

——— require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7585), H2224 [13FE]

——— carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H892 [14JA]

——— enhance diplomatic engagement on international biotechnology and biosecurity matters (see H.R. 7653), H2258 [23FE]

——— evaluate military-civil fusion strategy of China (see H.R. 8036), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

——— upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Transportation: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

——— provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (see H.R. 7797), H2419 [4MR]

——— require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

——— require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: establish grant program for States to support individuals participating in semiconductor-related workforce programs (see H.R. 7203), H1349 [22JA]

——— express that creators and digital workers deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in modern platform-based economy (see H. Res. 1005), H920 [15JA]

——— require plan for data collection and analytical capability relating to skilled technical workforce (see H.R. 7077), H893 [14JA]

EPA: establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

——— authorize counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities for State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement (see H.R. 7525), H2217 [12FE]

——— provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— revise regulations relating to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS–B) Out transmission exceptions (see H.R. 7240), H1914 [27JA]

——— submit action plan to Congress for advancing deployment of Airborne Collision Avoidance System-X (see H.R. 7239), H1914 [27JA]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

——— expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

——— promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve environmental reviews and authorizations through use of interactive, digital, and cloud-based platforms (see S. 3800), S509 [5FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review agency regulations (see H.R. 7226), H1350 [22JA]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

FERC: ensure that American families are protected from impacts of data centers on electric grid (see H.R. 8033), H2627 [20MR]

Financial institutions: prohibit international wire transfers by public assistance recipients (see H.R. 7097), H919 [15JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Foreign countries: require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Foreign trade: facilitate export of U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) systems, computing hardware, and standards globally (see H.R. 6996), H615 [9JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

——— prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7548), H2218 [12FE]

——— report to Congress on ability of minors to access fentanyl through social media platforms (see S. 3618), S161 [13JA]

——— require original manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available certain documentation, diagnostic, and repair information to consumers and independent repair providers (see S. 3821), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7404), H2041 [5FE]

Government: establish standards and guidelines to make open Government data assets artificial intelligence (AI) ready (see S. 4098), S1055 [16MR]

Government regulationms: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

GSA: authorize creation of ‘‘Lending.gov’’ as shared services platform to provide single source of access to loans provided by Federal agencies and modern technology to support effective management of Federal credit programs (see S. 3980), S801 [4MR] (see H.R. 7789), H2419 [4MR]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (see H. Res. 1075), H2295 [24FE]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users (see H.R. 7218), H1349 [22JA]

——— require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

——— require entities that make artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots available to minors to implement certain safe design features and privacy safeguards (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

——— require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

——— require social media platforms to verify age of users, prohibit use of algorithmic recommendation systems on minors, and limit use of social media in schools (see H.R. 7399), H2040 [5FE] (see H.R. 7433), H2095 [9FE]

——— sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

——— support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

——— establish fellowship program to recruit data scientists to partner with tax law specialists to provide insights and identify emerging and complex issues in tax administration and improve services and enforcement (see H.R. 7972), H2595 [18MR]

——— provide for modernization and technological improvements of services (see H.R. 7971), H2595 [18MR]

——— require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Law enforcement: limit liability for certain entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7834), H2470 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: ensure continued access to diabetes technology upon enrollment (see S. 4037), S958 [10MR]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

Motor vehicles: improve incident reporting relative to certain autonomous vehicles (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

——— inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

NASA: designate national high-energy astrophysics hubs (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

——— provide authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems (see H.R. 7379), H2030 [4FE]

——— reauthorize (see H.R. 7273), H1920 [30JA]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (see H.R. 6948), H11 [6JA]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

National Science and Technology Council: require biennial report on progress of Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science in implementing national workforce strategic plan (see H.R. 7292), H1921 [30JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

——— publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7907), H2482 [12MR]

——— require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology (see S. 4163), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

——— expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

——— improve marine data collection, support research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, streamline electronic monitoring, and provide assistance for purchase of gear used in trawl fishing (see H.R. 6939), H11 [6JA]

——— improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

NSF: carry out cloud laboratory network program (see H.R. 7801), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish AI Grand Challenges Program and administer prize competitions (see S. 3809), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7434), H2095 [9FE]

——— provide for grants to support plant and microbial biology research with potential relevance to agriculture, food, or biotechnology (see H.R. 7949), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide for special allocation of certain awards of financial assistance to historically Black colleges and universities relative to national artificial intelligence (AI) research institutes (see H.R. 7826), H2470 [5MR]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3957), S731 [2MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Power resources: establish international strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) research and development to improve outdated electrical grids (see H.R. 7697), H2327 [25FE]

——— promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7741), H2332 [26FE]

——— require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

SBA: extend and modify assistance for administrative, oversight, and contract processing costs for Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see H.R. 7217), H1349 [22JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (see S. 3971), S762 [3MR]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

SSA: prohibit Social Security Trust Funds from investing in cryptocurrency (see S. 4092), S1047 [12MR]

Strategic materials: ensure domestic sources of critical mineral vanadium necessary for U.S. steel, infrastructure, energy, and defense needs (see S. 3879), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7523), H2217 [12FE]

Taxation: adjust percentage depletion rate for certain rare earths (see S. 4033), S958 [10MR]

——— deny certain credits and deductions to businesses that use foreign adversary-controlled technology (see H.R. 7509), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish credit for workforce artificial intelligence (AI) training (see H.R. 7576), H2224 [13FE]

——— exclude from gross income de minimis gains from certain sales or exchanges of virtual currency (see S. 4171), S1580 [24MR]

——— expand carbon oxide sequestration credit to include solid or liquid carbon capture facilities (see S. 3778), S489 [4FE]

——— extend credit period for production of refined coal (see S. 4112), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7070), H893 [14JA]

——— modify advanced manufacturing credit relative to production of battery components (see H.R. 7473), H2118 [10FE]

——— provide credits for production of renewable chemicals and investments in renewable chemical production facilities (see S. 3632), S220 [14JA]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

——— study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

U.S. Copyright Office: require notice for copyrighted works used in building generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 3813), S552 [10FE]

U.S. Digital Privacy Agency: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Voting: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Cost Estimates

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189): CBO, H2196 [12FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Liam Dickerson, S758 [3MR]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act: several individuals, H2282 [24FE]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2194, H2203 [12FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2199 [12FE]

——— Elizabeth Murphy, Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund, H2195 [12FE]

——— Representative Hageman, H2198 [12FE]

——— several organizations, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

——— several Representatives, H2198 [12FE]

Lists

National Academy of Inventors, Inc., Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2285 [24FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2154 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2305 [25FE]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Arora, Aariv: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Rookie of the Year Award recipient, E14 [8JA]

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, H2559 [18MR]

——— support development of small business AI companies, H2490 [16MR]

California: management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

California State University, Northridge: Autodesk Technology Engagement Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Congress: concern over rise of influence of cryptocurrency industry, H2612–H2615 [19MR]

Conner-Miller, Rebecca: Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award recipient, H2237 [23FE]

Contra Costa County, CA: anniversary of Phillips 66 Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex, E149 [20FE]

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543 [17MR]

Dept. of Education: require use of identity fraud detection system to review each Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7892), H2612 [19MR]

Dept. of Energy: certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers, H2284 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), H2279–H2287 [24FE]

——— prohibit from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for products not technologically feasible and economically justified (H.R. 4626), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150–H2154 [11FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Internet freedom in Iran (H.R. 6469), H927 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify exceptions for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft (H.R. 6460), H2659, H2660 [24MR]

——— prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard, H1297, H1298 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

Dwomoh, Nana Kwame: South Dakota Congressional App Challenge winner, E4 [6JA]

FAA: allow for operation of civil supersonic flight in national airspace system under certain conditions (H.R. 3410), H2661, H2662 [24MR]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), H2248–H2257 [23FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

——— study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2190–H2204 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.: anniversary of Blue Ghost Mission 1 lunar landing, E179 [3MR]

Florida: tribute to 4th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2637 [24MR]

Foreign trade: provide for control of remote access of items (H.R. 2683), H621–H623 [12JA]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

GAO: conduct study on capability of Appalachian Regional Commission to include low-orbit satellites in broadband projects (H.R. 2474), H2647, H2648 [24MR]

——— conduct study on impediments to digital documentation and verification in aviation supply chain (H.R. 6267), H2655–H2657 [24MR]

Health: use of technology to improve services and reduce costs of health care, H244 [8JA]

Immigration: secure U.S. borders and reform immigration policies, H709–H711, H713 [13JA]

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winners, H2013 [4FE]

Inflation Reduction Act: repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), H2301–H2306 [25FE]

——— repeal provisions relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2269–H2276 [24FE]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Iran: make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (H.R. 7380), H2400 [4MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

Long Beach, CA: Long Beach Public Library SEED program funding, H911 [15JA]

Los Angeles Valley College: Cybersecurity Center funding, H2103 [10FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

Mining and mineral resources: combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

NASA: reauthorize (H.R. 7273), H2588 [18MR]

——— utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

National Academy of Inventors, Inc.: tribute to Fellows Program inductees, E127 [11FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: require each new electric and hybrid vehicle to be equipped with technology that allows timely extinguishment of electric vehicle battery fire (H.R. 6948), H142 [8JA]

Navy: authorize to enter into contract for construction of submarine cable laying and repair ships (H.R. 4625), H2164 [11FE]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

NIST: develop resources for small businesses in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 3679), H2244, H2245 [23FE]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

O’Dell, Scott: Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year award recipient, E223 [17MR]

Pachiardi, Lorena: Puerto Rico Congressional App Challenge winner, E10 [7JA]

Preston, Kia: 9th Congressional District of Ohio Congressional App Challenge winner, H1158 [21JA]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Congressional App Challenge judges and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) leaders, E7 [7JA]

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

Sandusky, OH: tribute to Perkins High School robotics club, H1158 [21JA]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491–H2497 [16MR], E225 [17MR]

——— help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934–H936 [20JA]

——— improve commercialization activities in Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (H.R. 3239), H2496 [16MR]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197–H2199 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2314–H2319 [25FE]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Yi, Xiong: 46th Congressional District of California Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

Zhang, Amy: 7th Congressional District of Colorado Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Artificial intelligence (AI): enable safe, responsible, and agile procurement, development, and use, S673 [25FE], S1317 [19MR], S1584–S1587 [24MR]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1016 [11MR], S1017 [12MR]

CFTC and SEC: provide for system of regulation of digital assets (H.R. 3633), S1038 [12MR]

Children and youth: provide families with tools, safeguards, and transparency needed to protect against threats to children’s health and well-being online (S. 1748), S667 [25FE]

China: U.S. policy, S1037 [12MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), S143–S146 [13JA]

——— improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (S. 1837), unanimous-consent request, S144 [13JA]

Cryptocurrency: prevent fraudulent transactions at virtual currency kiosks, S948 [10MR]

——— prevent Government bailout of cryptocurrency companies, S949 [10MR]

——— provide for regulation of payment stablecoins (S. 1582), S1038 [12MR]

——— require foreign payment stablecoin issuers to undergo annual audit similar to U.S. payment stablecoin issuers (S. 3907), S653 [24FE]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4074), unanimous-consent request, S1029 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: promote career awareness in accounting as part of well-rounded science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational experience under Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant program (S. 3784), S511 [5FE]

Dept. of Energy: impose moratorium on construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards public from dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) (S. 4214), S1587 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (S. Res. 618), S716 [26FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (S. 2503), S665 [25FE]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Information technology: allegations of political bias on Apple, Inc. news platform, S668 [25FE]

——— revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Investments: provide for regulation of digital assets, S123 [12JA]

Kinetic Technologies, LLC: tribute, S88 [7JA]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

Power resources: enhanced oil recovery technology funding, S568 [11FE]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), S751–S756 [3MR]

Senate: legislative priorities, S4 [5JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to cryptocurrency, S948 [10MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S178, S179 [13JA], S1064 [17MR], S1470 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6267) (H. Rept. 119–546), H2529 [16MR]

Bank-Fintech Partnership Enhancement Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 6552) (H. Rept. 119–531), H2326 [25FE]

Barcode Automation for Revenue Collection to Organize Disbursement and Enhance Efficiency (BARCODE) Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 6956) (H. Rept. 119–508), H2233 [20FE]

CFTC System of Regulation of Offer and Sale of Digital Commodities: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Senate) (S. 3755), S442 [2FE]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Committee on Financial Services (House) Provision of Oversight on Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services and Housing Industries: Committee on Financial Services (House) (bill no.) (H. Rept. 119–rpt no.), H2620 [19MR]

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1075) (H. Rept. 119–515), H2295 [24FE]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4626) (H. Rept. 119–470), H1920 [30JA]

Drone Espionage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 1809), S533 [9FE]

Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 2474) (H. Rept. 119–565), H2627 [20MR]

Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media (FREEDOM) Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3360), S552 [10FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception (GUARD) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 2544), S533 [9FE]

Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 3315), S1544 [23MR]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 4758) (H. Rept. 119–484), H2028 [4FE]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1602), S1009 [11MR]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Recreational Drone Empowerment Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6460) (H. Rept. 119–549), H2529 [16MR]

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 2169), S343 [28JA]

Safe Cloud Storage Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (S. 3023), S650 [24FE]

Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 3679) (H. Rept. 119–503), H2232 [20FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 3410) (H. Rept. 119–550), H2529 [16MR]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Summaries

Craigslist Faces No Accountability for Allegedly Facilitating Sex Trafficking of a 15-Year Old, E94 [3FE]

Emerging Threat of AI Chatbots, E94 [3FE]

Mother Whose Eleven-Year Old Son Was an Alleged Victim of Sexual Battery Denied Relief After a Four-Year Fight, E94 [3FE]

Offerup Found Not Liable for Allegedly Connecting Buyer With Seller Who Robbed and Shot Buyer, E94 [3FE]

Omegle Immune From Liability for Allegedly Connecting a Minor With a Predator Who Coerced an 11-Year Old Into Undressing, E94 [3FE]

Only Fans Parent Company Faces No Liability for Allegedly Profiting Off Rape of a Miami Teenager, E94 [3FE]

Testimonies

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, S752–S756 [3MR]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4626, Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H2269 [24FE]

H. Res. 1075, consideration of H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2269 [24FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 390, Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act, H2241 [23FE]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2190 [12FE]

H.R. 2474, Expanding Appalachia’s Broadband Access Act, H2647 [24MR]

H.R. 2683, Remote Access Security Act, H621 [12JA]

H.R. 3410, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, H2661 [24MR]

H.R. 3617, Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, H2150 [11FE]

H.R. 3679, Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, H2244 [23FE]

H.R. 4626, Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, H2279–H2281 [24FE]

H.R. 4758, Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H2301 [25FE]

H.R. 5764, AI for Mainstreet Act, H931 [20JA]

H.R. 5784, Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises (AI-WISE) Act, H934 [20JA]

H.R. 6267, Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act, H2655 [24MR]

H.R. 6460, Recreational Drone Empowerment Act, H2659 [24MR]

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

S. 1837, Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE) Act, S145 [13JA]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 2503, Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act, H2248–H2253 [23FE]

S. 3877, Investing in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, S611 [12FE]

S. 3971, Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, H2491–H2495 [16MR]

S. 4092, No Crypto in Social Security Act, S1049 [12MR]

S. 4157, No Bailout for Crypto Act, S1380 [19MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 618, recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines, S710 [26FE]

TEERLINCK, BRENNA

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S141 [13JA]

TEETERS, EZRA AND CLEO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2452 [5MR]

TELECOMMUNICATIONS related term(s) Public Broadcasting

Amendments

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S861 [5MR]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Consumers: strengthen laws governing personal data and create clear standards and regulations for businesses that collect, process, and use personally identifiable data (see S. 4211), S1614 [25MR]

Courts: require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7738), H2332 [26FE]

Crime: provide special rules for time period for certain social media and telecommunications companies to comply with court orders or warrants to disclose information (see H.R. 7445), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

——— reauthorize expansion of middle mile infrastructure into rural areas (see S. 3633), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: reauthorize First Responder Network Authority (see H.R. 7386), H2040 [5FE]

——— submit report assessing vulnerabilities to U.S. electric grid from certain Internet-connected devices and applications (see H.R. 7208), H1349 [22JA]

Dept. of the Interior: upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish Communications Equity and Diversity Council (see H.R. 7943), H2529 [16MR]

——— expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

——— promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

——— provide for time limits for action on applications for transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to jurisdiction of Commission (see H.R. 7742), H2332 [26FE]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

——— terminate ability of eligible telecommunications carriers in certain States to use eligibility determination processes in place of National Verifier to determine eligibility of consumers for Lifeline service (see S. 3954), S707 [26FE]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (see S. 3704), S290 [27JA]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (see H.R. 7045), H717 [13JA]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

——— protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: authorize States to use leftover Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program funds for emergency warning infrastructure, connectivity, and related projects (see S. 3858), S609 [12FE]

——— further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

——— publish report on integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. commercial telecommunications infrastructure (see H.R. 7783), H2419 [4MR]

NOAA: expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Rural areas: establish rural area digital infrastructure technology grant program (see S. 3967), S762 [3MR]

Technology: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

——— prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

——— study impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) technology relative to security of telecommunications networks (see H.R. 7294), H1921 [30JA]

Letters

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2353 [3MR]

Motions

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

California: management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

Crime: prohibit sexual exploitation and sexually explicit depictions of minors (H.R. 6715), H630–H632 [12JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2352, H2353 [3MR]

——— establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511–H2513 [16MR]

Federal Protective Service and GSA: establish guidance relative to emergency communication protocols for public buildings (H.R. 6481), H2649, H2650 [24MR]

FTC: implement nationwide public awareness and education campaign that will equip families, educators, and stakeholders with latest best practices for protecting minors online (H.R. 6719), H628–H630 [12JA], E57 [20JA]

Information technology: sunset immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (H.R. 7045), H1176 [22JA], E94 [3FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

FTC: extend, enhance, and revise certain laws on collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and establish additional protections (S. 836), S860–S869 [5MR]

Information technology: revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Reports filed

Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 836) (S. Rept. 119–99), S290 [27JA]

Combating Online Predators (COP) Act: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate) (H.R. 6719), S731 [2MR]

Consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2028 [4FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (Facilitating DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1588) (H. Rept. 119–486), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1343) (H. Rept. 119–485), H2028 [4FE]

Federal Building Threat Notification Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6481) (H. Rept. 119–553), H2529 [16MR]

Standard Fees To Expedite Evaluation and Streamlining (Standard FEES) Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1731) (H. Rept. 119–488), H2029 [4FE]

Strategic Subsea Cables Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3249), S552 [10FE]

Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2222), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, Undersea Cable Protection Act, H2162 [11FE]

H.R. 1665, Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act, H2511 [16MR]

H.R. 5419, Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act, H2352 [3MR]

H.R. 6481, Federal Building Threat Notification Act, H2649 [24MR]

H.R. 6715, Child Predators Accountability Act, H630 [12JA]

H.R. 6719, Combating Online Predators (COP) Act, H628 [12JA]

S. 836, Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act, S861–S868 [5MR]

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

TELEPHONES

Bills and resolutions

Children and youth: protect children and teens online, empower parents, and strengthen families (see H.R. 7757), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of the Interior: upgrade existing emergency communications centers in units of National Park System to Next Generation 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 7031), H717 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

FCC: promulgate regulations to improve Lifeline program (see H.R. 7963), H2550 [17MR]

——— require telecommunications carriers to provide call location information to law enforcement during emergencies (see H.R. 7752), H2336 [2MR]

Medicare: protect access to telehealth services in rural and underserved communities (see H.R. 7444), H2095 [9FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see S. 4062), S1009 [11MR]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Technology: prohibit download or use of Chinese application on any Federal Government device (see H.R. 7121), H920 [15JA]

——— prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

——— require any person that maintains Internet website or sells or distributes mobile application affiliated with foreign adversary country to disclose that fact to those who use such website or application (see S. 3614), S130 [12JA]

Remarks in House

California: management of next-generation 911 system funding, H2321 [25FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (H.R. 4206), H927 [20JA]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

Remarks in Senate

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 627, National Slam the Scam Day, S887 [5MR]

TELEVISION related term(s) News Media; Public Broadcasting; Telecommunications

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2040 [5FE]

FCC: establish advertising volume requirements for video programming delivered using Internet protocol (see H.R. 7308), H1948 [2FE]

Medicare: expand scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services (see S. 3834), S577 [11FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in House

‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’: anniversary of academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170 [26FE]

Remarks in Senate

Oakley, Ralph M.: National Association of Broadcasters Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award recipient, S642 [24FE]

TEMPERATURE EVENT MITIGATION POLICY (TEMP) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE]

TENNESSEE

Cloture motions

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S483, S486 [4FE], S497, S503 [5FE]

Safety: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Brian C. Lea To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS

Remarks in House

White County, TN: Tennessee Association of Fairs Champion of Champions award recipient, H2609 [19MR]

TENNEY, CLAUDIA (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

ATF: provide accountability for unlawful disclosures of firearm trace data in Firearms Trace System database (see H.R. 1698), H2477 [9MR]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H2097 [9FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2298 [24FE]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish clearinghouse of zip-code based information to expecting mothers (see H.R. 3287), H2229 [17FE]

——— require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (see H.R. 7612), H2474 [5MR]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HUD: establish mortgage insurance program for first responders (see H.R. 2094), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

FDA: strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H2370 [3MR]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign trade: facilitate administration and enforcement of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 1548), H2477 [9MR]

Iran: condemn persecution of Baha’is and continued violation of International Covenants on Human Rights, impose sanctions for such violations, and call for release of religious prisoners (see H. Res. 925), H2098 [9FE]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2030 [4FE]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2298 [24FE]

Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building, Westhampton Beach, NY: designate (see H.R. 5588), H1950 [2FE]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H895 [14JA]

Medicare: improve access to innovative treatment options for end-stage renal disease (see H.R. 6214), H895 [14JA]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H2474 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions relative to Polisario Front (see H.R. 4119), H2477 [9MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Presidents of the U.S.: authorize to enter into trade agreements for reciprocal elimination of duties or other import restrictions relative to medical goods to contribute to national security and public health of U.S. (see H.R. 2213), H13 [6JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Tariff: provide uniform 8-digit subheading number for all whiskies (see H.R. 3028), H1352 [22JA]

Taxation: allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see H.R. 138), H2530 [16MR]

——— classify qualified energy-efficient draft alcohol property as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation (see H.R. 7620), H2234 [20FE]

——— establish exception for multiemployer plan participants to requirements for automatic enrollment (see H.R. 6685), H2370 [3MR]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2221 [12FE]

——— promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2259 [23FE]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see H.R. 7769), H2368 [3MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H895 [14JA]

Voting: prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (see H.R. 7884), H2476 [9MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (H.R. 7410), H2042 [5FE]

Taxation: provide tax credit to health care professionals that provide health care services in qualifying facilities (H.R. 7884), H2477 [9MR]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2144 [11FE]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2200 [12FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H653 [12JA]

Votes: position on missed, H2277• [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal election, H2144 [11FE]

TER, OLIVIA E.

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

TERMINATING RESTRICTIVE ENFORCEMENT OF YOUTH SETTLEMENTS (TREY’S) LAW

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

TERRITORIAL STUDENT ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6472, provisions, H2366 [3MR]

TERRITORIES (U.S.)

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: permit U.S. territories and commonwealths to provide and furnish statues to National Statuary Hall Collection (see H.R. 7073), H893 [14JA]

Corps of Engineers: conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7853), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for decentralization of operation of Office of Intelligence and Analysis (see H.R. 7773), H2369 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: include Guam in Radiation Exposure Compensation Program (see H.R. 7672), H2326 [25FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Guam: provide exception to ‘‘public purpose’’ requirement for certain land transfers in case of transfer restoring such land to original landowner or heirs (see H.R. 7673), H2326 [25FE]

Power resources: protect reliability of electric grid by preempting certain State climate mandates (see S. 3839), S577 [11FE]

Puerto Rico: provide for termination of Financial Oversight and Management Board under certain circumstances (see H.R. 7833), H2470 [5MR]

States: constitutional amendment to require concurrence of two-thirds of both Houses of Congress for admission of new States (see H.J. Res. 141), H1172 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

Flores, Judy Selk: Guam Council of the Arts and Humanities Lifetime Cultural Contribution Award recipient, H2014 [4FE]

Hagåtña (GU) Pacific Daily News: anniversary, E65 [22JA]

Northern Mariana Islands: anniversary of covenant establishing political union with U.S., H2638 [24MR]

Puerto Rico: tribute to Puerto Rico Police Bureau, E123 [10FE]

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

Virgin Islands: anniversary of Crucian-Rican Tramp and Big Breakfast, H148 [8JA]

Virgin Islands History Month: observance, H2343 [3MR]

Reports filed

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3496, Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act, H929 [20JA]

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

TERRORISM related term(s) Crime

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

Citizenship: deem specific activities in support of terrorism as renunciation of U.S. nationality (see H.R. 7958), H2550 [17MR]

Crime: increase penalties for terrorists (see H.R. 8040), H2674 [24MR]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

——— include concerning money instruments relating to certain countries in disclosure reports on exporting and importing monetary instruments (see S. 4078), S1046 [12MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see S. 3674), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

——— modernize and strengthen criminal laws against money laundering, update counterfeiting statutes, and enhance tools to crack down on smugglers and tax evaders to combat terrorism and organized crime (see S. 3801), S509 [5FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Executive Office of the President: include school security as element of National Security Strategy (see H.R. 6964), H134 [7JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: extend certain authorities (see H.R. 8035), H2674 [24MR]

——— implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7901), H2481 [12MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (see S. 3893), S626 [23FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Immigration: revoke citizenship from any naturalized citizen who commits felony or supports terrorist organizations (see S. 4105), S1090 [17MR]

Iran: condemn for violent repression of peaceful protesters, documented pattern of human rights abuses, and sponsorship of extremist militant groups across Middle East (see H. Res. 1031), H1949 [2FE]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 1099), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Morocco: impose sanctions on Polisario Front for cooperation with Iranian-affiliated terrorist organization (see S. 4063), S1009 [11MR]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Syria: impose sanctions and other measures (see S. 3740), S377 [29JA]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Inscriptions

Commemorative plaque listing Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies who responded to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S32 [6JA]

Letters

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Messages

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR], H2698 [25MR]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H5, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H141 [8JA], E4 [6JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

——— Nonprofit Security Grant Program funding, H2488 [16MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Georgia (country): Georgian Dream party support for terrorist regime in Iran, H2667 [24MR]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Immigration: limit ability to issue any visa or provide any status under immigration laws until certain conditions are met (H.R. 6225), H710 [13JA], H2460, H2462 [5MR]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2374 [4MR]

——— reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2392–H2395 [4MR], H2456 [5MR], E193 [5MR]

National security: recognize threat that spread of radical Islamist ideology poses to U.S., H605 [9JA]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, H802 [14JA]

——— address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia law to American values, H2459–H2463 [5MR]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H6–H11 [6JA], H114 [7JA], H672, H698 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2378, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2686 [25MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S21, S24–S39, S52–S56 [6JA], S111, S112 [8JA]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (S. 3674), S262, S263 [15JA], S279 [26JA]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S27, S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S28, S35 [6JA]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

——— reform certain authorities and provide greater transparency and oversight (S. 3893), S1022 [12MR]

Hamas (terrorist organization): release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Trump, President: condemn decision to authorize military honors for Ashli Babbitt after death in January 6, 2021 attack on U.S. Capitol, S52 [6JA]

——— condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, S55 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S68 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S720–S728 [2MR], S748 [3MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 5713) (H. Rept. 119–555), H2595 [18MR]

Financial Reporting Threshold Modernization Act: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 1799) (H. Rept. 119–556), H2620 [19MR]

No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (H.R. 260), S552 [10FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1099, reaffirm Iran as largest state sponsor of terrorism, H2392 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

TERRORISM RISK INSURANCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Treasury: extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H923 [16JA]

Reports filed

Dept. of the Treasury Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7128) (H. Rept. 119–561), H2620 [19MR]

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Obituaries

Gordly, Avel L., E210 [12MR]

TEWKSBURY, ARDEN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2239 [23FE]

TEXAS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc.: interconnect to its neighbors (see S. 3976), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Green, Representative Al: censure (see H. Res. 1085), H2328 [25FE]

Cloture motions

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Letters

Election of Christian D. Menefee to House of Representatives: Christina Adkins, Texas Director of Elections, H1936 [2FE]

——— Kevin F. McCumber, Clerk of the House of Representatives, H1936 [2FE]

Siege at the Alamo: William B. Travis, S736 [2MR]

Oaths of office

Menefee, Christian D.: House of Representatives, H1937, H1947 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

Aledo, TX: tribute to opening of Aledo Municipal Complex, E164 [25FE]

Alexander, Abraham: Lone Star Film Festival Stephen Bruton Award recipient, E41 [14JA]

Austin, TX: condemn shooting at bar and call for stricter vetting of foreign nationals, H2459 [5MR]

Bedford, TX: tribute to Bedford Heights School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219 [16MR]

Bilka, Hannah: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2453 [5MR]

Blackmon, Bruce N.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58 [20JA]

Boeding, Todd: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Brownsville, TX: anniversary, E105 [4FE]

——— tribute to Hands Across the Border ceremony, E154 [23FE]

Carrollton, TX: tribute to Good Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Coppell, TX: tribute to Coppell High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207 [12MR]

Dallas, TX: tribute to H. Grady Spruce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Harry C. Withers Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Moss Haven Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220 [16MR]

——— tribute to RISD Academy participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218 [16MR]

——— tribute to South Oak Cliff High School football team, E116 [9FE]

Delgado, John: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54 [20JA]

DeSoto, TX: tribute to DeSoto High School football team, E113 [9FE]

Edwards, Al: recognize as father of Juneteenth and show appreciation for legislation making Texas first to recognize Juneteenth as official State holiday (H. Res. 634), H2214 [12FE]

Elections: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Euless, TX: tribute to Arbor Creek Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215 [16MR]

Farmers Branch, TX: tribute to Early College School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Fort Worth, TX: tribute to All Saints’ Episcopal School football team, E165 [25FE]

——— tribute to Trinity Valley School girls’ soccer team, E163 [25FE]

Garcia, Felix J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Grapevine, TX: tribute Grapevine Faith Christian School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Griess, Gabriel: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Harrison, Kenneth A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Hazlewood, Robert: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33 [13JA]

Houston (TX) Chronicle: allegations of ageism relative to coverage of persons running for political office, H2213 [12FE]

Jacinto County, TX: tribute to Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Johnson, Mark A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56 [20JA]

Keller, TX: tribute to Central High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Kellogg, Larry: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36 [13JA]

Lockwood, David R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Menefee, Representative: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H1937 [2FE]

Mikeska, Tim: Taylor, TX, Outstanding Citizen of the Year award recipient, E47 [16JA]

Moore, Ronald F.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53 [20JA]

Munson, Don: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Myers, Matthew: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57 [20JA]

Newton, Eric L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Nivens, Roosevelt: AASA, School Superintendents Association Superintendent of the Year award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

North Richland Hills, TX: tribute to St. John the Apostle Catholic School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Palmersheim, James: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40 [14JA]

Parker County, TX: anniversary of Parker County Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce, E165 [25FE]

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Polk County, TX: tribute to Polk County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Pottinger, Kevin: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Richardson, TX: tribute to Berkner High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216 [16MR]

——— tribute to J.J. Pearce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210 [12MR]

Round Rock, TX: tribute to Round Rock High School Marine Corps JROTC Academics Team, E49 [16JA]

Smits, Mark: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34 [13JA]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Texas Christian University: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166 [25FE]

Trickett, Cynthia J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55 [20JA]

Walker County, TX: tribute to Walker County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

Williams, James L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Williams, Joseph R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450, S451 [3FE]

Texas Independence Day: observance, S736 [2MR]

Reports filed

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

Nomination of Andrew B. Davis To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Christopher R. Wolfe To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

Nomination of Nicholas J. Ganjei To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

Nomination of Ryan Raybould To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S509 [5FE]

Texts of

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

Tributes

Jackson Lee, Sheila, H2214 [12FE]

Menefee, Representative, H1937 [2FE]

Turner, Sylvester, H2214 [12FE], H2454 [5MR]

TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Patterson, Gary: Davey O’Brien Foundation Legends Award recipient, E164 [25FE]

——— National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

——— Texas Christian University Athetics Hall of Fame inductee, E164 [25FE]

Sports: tribute to women’s soccer team, E166 [25FE]

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E199 [9MR]

THACKER, BRIAN M.

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor: recipient, H2708 [25MR]

THANEDAR, SHRI (a Representative from Michigan)

Appointments

Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H925 [16JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2371 [3MR]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

——— provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr., for placement in U.S. Capitol (see H.R. 7915), H2482 [12MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: establish Assistant Director and Student Loan Borrower Advocate and work with Dept. of Education to assist borrowers to resolve complaints related to private or Federal student loans (see H.R. 7671), H2326 [25FE]

Consumers: prohibit price gouging relative to goods subject to tariffs (see H.R. 6318), H2259 [23FE]

——— reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Corporations: constitutional amendment to exclude from rights given to natural persons and affirm power of Congress and States to regulate political contributions and expenditures (see H.J. Res. 54), H2033 [4FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 3602, 7046), H2677 [24MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

——— provide penalties for individuals who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees (see H.R. 3178), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: permanently authorize Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (see H.R. 6277), H1352 [22JA]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H2370 [3MR]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to qualified entities to support community paramedicine programs carried out in rural areas (see H.R. 4011), H2623 [19MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2371 [3MR]

——— establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H2097 [9FE]

——— provide for health care workforce innovation program (see H.R. 935), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— solicit public comments and receive written approval from State and local officials before constructing, acquiring or operating any new immigration processing facility or detention center (see H.R. 7652), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: create annual restrictions on H–2A temporary worker program (see H.R. 7541), H2218 [12FE]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— list employers that relocate call centers overseas, make such companies ineligible for Federal grants and loans, and require call center employees to disclose their physical location (see H.R. 4954), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Peacebuilding: establish (see H.R. 1111), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, TN (see H.R. 926), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see H.R. 4509), H1352 [22JA]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Education: strengthen and expand adult education programs (see H.R. 2789), H2032 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2298 [24FE]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H2422 [4MR]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2422 [4MR]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— require label of drug intended for human use to identify each ingredient that is, or is derived directly or indirectly from, major food allergen or gluten-containing grain (see H.R. 3821), H253 [8JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2098 [9FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: ensure public sector employees are able to form and join unions and enter into written contract with employers and reaffirm policy to encourage collective bargaining (see H.R. 2736), H135 [7JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see H.R. 7060), H892 [14JA]

Great Lakes Fishery Commission: provide for development of efforts to combat invasive species of mussels (see H.R. 6053), H253 [8JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H2336 [2MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H135 [7JA]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H253 [8JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H949 [20JA]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2120 [10FE]

Medicare: ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2712 [25MR]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: further deployment of Next Generation 9-1-1 services to enhance and upgrade 9-1-1 systems (see H.R. 6505), H2370 [3MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2188 [11FE]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2473 [5MR]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H949 [20JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H1352 [22JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 6926), H949 [20JA] (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Ships and vessels: support U.S. national defense and economic security by supporting U.S. vessels, ports, and shipyards and U.S. maritime workforce (see H.R. 3151), H2097 [9FE]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: allow early childhood educators to take educator expense deduction (see H.R. 5334), H2033 [4FE]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2032 [4FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H2033 [4FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

White House: apply certain National Historic Preservation Act requirements (see H.R. 6761), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— mint coins in commemoration of women who contributed to home front during World War II (see H.R. 429), H925 [16JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR]

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7079), H893 [14JA]

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (see H.R. 7927), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7123), H920 [15JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (see H.R. 7302), H1921 [30JA]

Ogles, Representative: censure and remove from Committee on Homeland Security (House) (see H. Res. 1113), H2483 [12MR]

Taxation: reform individual income tax rates (see H.R. 7303), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Bridges: facilitate non-motorized border crossing across Gordie Howe International Bridge (H.R. 7079), H894 [14JA]

Commission on Land Reparations: establish (H.R. 7927), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (H.R. 7123), H921 [15JA]

Digital Literacy and Equity Commission: establish (H.R. 7302), H1922 [30JA]

Taxation: reform individual income tax rates (H.R. 7303), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H1336 [22JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H650 [12JA]

THANOUKOS FAMILY

Remarks in House

Skokie, IL: anniversary of Hub’s Restaurant (business), E171 [2MR]

THERRIEN, SEAN

Remarks in House

Gloucester, MA: honor memory of crew members who died during sinking of Lily Jean and express condolences to their families, H2012 [4FE], H2359 [3MR], E108 [4FE]

THEUS, HAROLD

Remarks in House

Florida: Career Fire Chief of the Year award recipient, H610 [9JA]

THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES see Developing Countries

THOMAS, BEN

Subpoena Notices

U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, H1993 [4FE]

THOMAS, CLARK D.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E107 [4FE]

THOMAS, MARGARET (MIDGE)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E157 [24FE]

THOMAS, RUTH PATRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, E229 [18MR]

THOMAS, STEPHEN (TRACKER)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2102 [10FE]

THOMAS M. CONWAY VETERANS ACCESS TO RESOURCES IN THE WORKPLACE ACT see Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act

THOMPSON, BENNIE G. (a Representative from Mississippi)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Caribbean American Heritage Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 547), H1923 [30JA]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H2333 [26FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Intelligence Ombuds (see H.R. 7435), H2095 [9FE]

——— implement standardized training program for Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees (see H.R. 7436), H2095 [9FE]

——— prohibit funding to certain State Homeland Security Grant program recipients to carry out civil immigration enforcement activities (see H.R. 7982), H2596 [18MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H920 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security Act: provide threat analyses and guidance to State and local governments on visiting foreign nationals who seek access to officials or employees, information, facilities, programs, or systems (see H.R. 7427), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish Office of the National Coordinator To Counter Antisemitism (see H.R. 6806), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Labor: award grants to community colleges for high-quality workforce development programs (see H.R. 1132), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities near any 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7986), H2596 [18MR]

——— prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H1173 [21JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2371 [3MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2422 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Jeremy Malone Post Office, Beaumont, MS: designate (see H.R. 6995), H615 [9JA]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: express that redesignation as Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts constitutes violation of Federal law (see H. Res. 973), H13 [6JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Infrastructure Bank: establish (see H.R. 5356), H2370 [3MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1912 [23JA]

Philadelphia, PA: recognize desegregation efforts at Girard College and leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion (see H. Res. 1071), H2258 [23FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (see H.R. 7382), H2030 [4FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (see H.R. 7124), H920 [15JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security and FEMA: improve transparency of Nonprofit Security Grant Program (H.R. 7382), H2032 [4FE]

Technology: prohibit use of facial recognition mobile phone applications outside ports of entry (H.R. 7124), H921 [15JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish clear standards, training requirements, and reporting relating to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel, H1956 [3FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H1956 [3FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1956 [3FE]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218• [16MR]

Moody, Pamela: National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Music Educator Award and Mississippi Music Educator of the Year award recipient, E133• [12FE]

Tributes

Barnes, Jasmine, E211• [12MR]

Belton, Bessie L., E93• [3FE]

Brown, Juanita, E138• [13FE]

Carter, Chelsea, E195• [5MR]

Ellis, Angela, E183• [4MR]

Hardwick, Anderson, Jr., E90• [2FE]

Harris, Leola, E174• [3MR]

Harvey, Charles, E145• [20FE]

Jackson, Reginald D., E189• [4MR]

McLaurin, Charles, E121• [10FE]

Nichols, Dorothy Glenn (Ms. Dot), E32• [13JA]

Simmons, Sarita, E191• [5MR]

Simpson, Peggy, E135• [12FE]

Towner, Valmadge R., E124• [10FE]

THOMPSON, DERRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2100 [10FE]

THOMPSON, GERALDINE

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

THOMPSON, GLENN (a Representative from Pennsylvania)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Citizenship: provide for automatic U.S. citizenship for certain internationally adopted individuals (see H.R. 5492), H2120 [10FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require updates to northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy (see H.R. 5517), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Transportation: direct owners and operators of gas distribution pipeline facilities to assess systems for presence of aldyl-a polyethylene (see H.R. 8050), H2675 [24MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects (see H.R. 4989), H2236 [20FE]

Dr. Constance ‘‘Connie’’ E. Clayton Post Office, Philadelphia, PA: designate (see H.R. 7532), H2218 [12FE]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see H.R. 5880), H2120 [10FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Health care facilities: include rural emergency hospitals in definition of covered entity for purposes of 340B drug discount program (see H.R. 44), H2676 [24MR]

Health Resources and Services Administration: authorize rural residency planning and development grant programs (see H.R. 6468), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: coordinate programs to prevent and treat obesity (see H.R. 4231), H2677 [24MR]

——— ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2474 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H1950 [2FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see H.R. 6997), H1977 [3FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H1922 [30JA]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H1949 [2FE]

SSI: update resource limit for eligibility (see H.R. 2540), H2531 [16MR]

Taxation: allow employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of retirement plan contributions (see H.R. 4644), H2370 [3MR]

——— allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see H.R. 138), H2676 [24MR]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1350 [22JA]

——— exclude certain income of law enforcement officers from gross income (see H.R. 7210), H2120 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (see H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (see H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (see H.R. 7885), H2476 [9MR]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (see H.R. 7891), H2481 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

House of Representatives: fixing hour of daily meeting (see H. Res. 976), H12 [6JA]

——— notify President that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 974), H12 [6JA]

——— notify Senate that quorum has assembled (see H. Res. 975), H12 [6JA]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (see H.R. 7517), H2186 [11FE]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: reform and continue agricultural and other programs (H.R. 7567), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of Education: amend weights used to determine amounts for targeted grants and education finance incentive grants for local educational agencies (H.R. 7989), H2597 [18MR]

——— establish pilot program to award competitive grants for integration of cybersecurity education (H.R. 7885), H2477 [9MR]

——— prioritize program reviews of higher education institutions that disburse Federal financial aid without verifying identity of student whose application presents reasonable suspicion of identity fraud (H.R. 7891), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: expand telescreening mammography pilot program (H.R. 7411), H2042 [5FE]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (H.R. 7517), H2187 [11FE]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: by, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: by, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2525 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: by, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

Save Our Sequoias Act: by, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: by, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2240 [23FE]

Remarks

American Heart Month: observance, H1991 [4FE]

Career and Technical Education Month: observance, H2261 [24FE]

Clearfield County, PA: opening of student-run cafe at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center, H928 [20JA]

Clinton County (PA) Record: tribute, H104 [7JA]

Congress: anniversary of Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange, H2299 [25FE]

——— legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow schools that participate in National School Lunch Program to serve whole milk (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

Dept. of Education: award grants for new agricultural education programs in secondary schools (H.R. 4945), H2261 [24FE]

——— expand career counseling opportunities within student support and academic enrichment grants (H.R. 4965), H2261 [24FE]

Employment: permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

House of Representatives: appreciation of opportunity to serve, H139 [8JA]

——— fixing hour of daily meeting (H. Res. 976), H4 [6JA]

——— notify President that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 974), H4 [6JA]

——— notify Senate that quorum has assembled (H. Res. 975), H4 [6JA]

Jersey Shore, PA: anniversary, H2426 [5MR]

Keck Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Kinter Family Farm: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Century Farm designee, H1335 [22JA]

Little, Bailey: American FFA Degree award recipient, H2172 [11FE]

Mill Hall, PA: tribute to Central Mountain Middle School and Central Mountain High School twirlers, H727 [14JA]

National Agriculture Day: observance, H2666 [24MR]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H227 [8JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, H593 [9JA]

National Milk Day: observance, H647 [12JA]

National Scouting America Day: observance, H1983 [4FE]

Oil City (PA) Derrick: tribute, H2683 [25MR]

Pennsylvania Farm Show: tribute, H723 [14JA]

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

——— tribute to wrestling team, H908 [15JA]

Red Cross Month: observance, H2425 [5MR]

Robert A. Bishop, Sr., Post Office Building, Mahaffey, PA: designate (H.R. 7517), H2204 [12FE]

State College Community Land Trust: anniversary, H2607 [19MR]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

Votes: position on missed, H801• [14JA]

Warren, PA: tribute to Warren Area High School robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

Williamsport, PA: tribute to Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Service recipient of National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award, H1968 [3FE]

Tributes

Auker, Kendra, H696 [13JA]

Dart, Bruce, H1125 [21JA]

Groene, Max, H2299 [25FE]

Hoyer, Representative, H138 [8JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H104 [7JA], H237 [8JA]

Lusk, Mark, H112 [7JA]

Salmonsen, David J., E263• [25MR]

Schulze, Richard T., H227 [8JA]

Sticha, Denise, H5 [6JA]

Tewksbury, Arden, H2239 [23FE]

Williams, Susan, H2559 [18MR]

THOMPSON, JASON B.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

THOMPSON, LONNIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2668 [24MR]

THOMPSON, MIKE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit funding to engage in operations to invade or seize territory from Canada, Panama, or Greenland (see H.R. 1936), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H136 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: increase reimbursement rate of school meals (see H.R. 5753), H1173 [21JA]

——— waive adjusted gross income limitation applicable to disaster assistance for certain full time agricultural producers (see H.R. 2156), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2473 [5MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to persons suffering discrimination due to sexual orientation or gender identity (see H.R. 3696), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

——— establish task force to combat rising elder abuse of LGBTQI+ individuals (see H.R. 3811), H894 [14JA]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish Complete Streets program to promote safer and more accessible transportation routes (see H.R. 3712), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Depts. of Homeland Security and the Treasury: furnish certain information to House relating to implementation and enforcement of ‘‘Memorandum of Understanding for the Exchange of Information for Nontax Criminal Enforcement’’ (see H. Res. 1097), H2369 [3MR]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H2259 [23FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H1950 [2FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: request President and direct Dept. of HHS to transmit documents to House of Representatives relative to ‘‘Defend the Spend’’ freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and territories (see H. Res. 1078), H2328 [25FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see H.R. 3289), H1916 [27JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H925 [16JA]

Foreign trade: reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

FTC: prohibit unfair and deceptive practice of commercial sexual orientation or gender identity conversion therapy (see H.R. 3243), H921 [15JA]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

GSA: ensure construction and acquisition of public buildings adheres to guiding principles for Federal architecture (see H.R. 1584), H2235 [20FE]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2259 [23FE]

Medicare: apply improved prompt payment requirements to Medicare Advantage organizations (see H.R. 5454), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for coverage and payment of Alpha–1 antitrypsin deficiency disorder treatment (see H.R. 2343), H2677 [24MR]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H2330 [25FE]

——— remove exclusion of coverage for hearing aids and examinations (see H.R. 500), H253 [8JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H925 [16JA]

National Park Service: encourage reduction of disposable plastic products in units of National Park System (see H.R. 3604), H719 [13JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H2259 [23FE]

Social Security: eliminate waiting periods for disability insurance benefits and Medicare coverage for individuals with metastatic breast cancer (see H.R. 2048), H2119 [10FE]

SSA: request President furnish information to House of Representatives relative to Dept. of Government Efficiency access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in SSA possession (see H. Res. 1059), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2550 [17MR]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2233 [20FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

White House: apply certain National Historic Preservation Act requirements (see H.R. 6761), H2370 [3MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

——— improve obstetric emergency care (see H.R. 1254), H253 [8JA]

——— mint coins in commemoration of women who contributed to home front during World War II (see H.R. 429), H616 [9JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Education: reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (see H.R. 7810), H2420 [4MR]

Taxation: establish individual tariff refund credit (see H.R. 7636), H2234 [20FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see H.R. 7381), H2030 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Education: reduce interest rates of certain Federal student loans (H.R. 7810), H2421 [4MR]

Taxation: establish individual tariff refund credit (H.R. 7636), H2235 [20FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by President on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (H.R. 7381), H2032 [4FE]

Letters

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2203 [12FE]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Remarks

Alcorta, Marisa: Yolo County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269• [25MR]

Brain Awareness Week: observance, E242• [19MR]

Brumfield Reed, Voris: Lake County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E267• [25MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H221 [8JA]

Davis, CA: anniversary of Pence Gallery, E265• [25MR]

Edwards, Gary: Sonoma, CA, Honorary Alcalde award recipient, E266• [25MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2197, H2200, H2201, H2202, H2203 [12FE]

Lew, Leslie: Napa County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269• [25MR]

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166• [25FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H221 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1143 [21JA]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163• [25FE]

Reyes Larios, Maricarmen: Sonoma County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E270• [25MR]

St. Helena, CA: anniversary, E267• [25MR]

Stern, Margi: California 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264• [25MR]

Taxation: provide tax credit for translational research expenses relative to neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions (H.R. 2085), E242• [19MR]

University of California: anniversary of Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP), E263• [25MR]

Tributes

Concepcion, Kristian, E45• [15JA]

Goedke, Jennifer A., E46• [15JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H233 [8JA]

Nadeau, Lawrence A., E177• [3MR]

THOMPSON, ROY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2594 [18MR]

THORNTON, CO

Remarks in House

Wildfires: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

THORNTON, MATTHEW

Remarks in House

Declaration of Independence: tribute to Irish-born signatories, E218 [16MR]

THRELKEL, ELLIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E186 [4MR]

THRIFT INSTITUTIONS see Financial Institutions

THRUSH, GLENN

Remarks in Senate

Whistleblowing: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

THUMS, MATT

Remarks in House

Paralympic Games: tribute to participation, H1992 [4FE]

THUNE, JOHN (a Senator from South Dakota)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S774, S775, S836 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1132 [17MR], S1570, S1583 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157, S170, S174 [13JA]

Appointments

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Colleges and universities: require public institutions of higher education to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S221 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S610 (see S. 3752), S611 [12FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: establish mandatory price reporting program for fertilizer (see S. 4152), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of the Interior: conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S480 [4FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S507 [5FE], S528 [9FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE], S486 [4FE]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S459 [3FE], S504 [5FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Lists

Senate Pages, S249 [15JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S692 [26FE], S774 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067 [17MR], S1570 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S361 [29JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE]

Remarks

African Growth and Opportunity Act: extend duty-free treatment provided to imports from certain African countries and extend customs user fees (H.R. 6500), S540 [10FE]

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Appropriations: legislative process, S4 [5JA], S95 [8JA], S228 [15JA], S560 [11FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S186 [14JA]

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (S. 3977), S769 [4MR]

Benton, Megan Blair: nomination to be district judge, S434 [2FE]

Burrows, Daniel E.: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy, S506 [5FE]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), S728 [2MR]

Capitol Pages: tribute, S249 [15JA]

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Centenary College of Louisiana: anniversary (S. Res. 543), S90 [7JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S63 [7JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (S. 4064), S1017 [12MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S176 [13JA], S186 [14JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S283 [27JA]

Colorado Springs, CO: anniversary of shooting at Club Q (S. Res. 503), S90 [7JA]

Comptroller of the Currency and FRS: allow to increase aggregate amount of investments that national banking association and State member bank may make to promote public welfare, S720 [2MR]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S540 [10FE]

Credit: expand definition of active duty military consumer for purposes of certain credit monitoring requirements (S. 2074), S877 [5MR]

Crime: prohibit genital and bodily mutilation and chemical castration of minors, S1420 [20MR], S1526 [23MR]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S770 [4MR]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1419 [20MR], S1462 [21MR], S1526 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S907 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S982, S983, S984, S985 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S497 [5FE], S741 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S521 [9FE], S560 [11FE], S588 [12FE], S856, S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018, S1019 [12MR], S1060 [17MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461, S1462 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599, S1609 [25MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3805), S540 [10FE]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S908 [9MR], S982, S983, S984, S985 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S432 [2FE], S497 [5FE], S521 [9FE], S588 [12FE], S741 [3MR], S908 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S982, S983, S984, S985 [11MR], S1018 [12MR]

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S770, S773, S774 [4MR], S877 [5MR], S944, S946 [10MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S720 [2MR]

——— increase number of landlords participating in Housing Choice Voucher program, S720 [2MR]

——— provide for adjustments to community development block grant allocations based on improvements in housing growth rates, S720 [2MR]

——— update definition of manufactured home, S720 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1018 [12MR], S1060, S1066 [17MR], S1160 [18MR], S1311, S1348 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1461, S1466 [21MR], S1496 [22MR], S1526 [23MR], S1561, S1568, S1569 [24MR], S1590 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [12JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S432 [2FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S283 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S560 [11FE]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S397 [29JA]

FEMA: funding, S1019 [12MR]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S636 [24FE], S1060 [17MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (S. Res. 661), S1609 [25MR]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), S298 [27JA]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 595), S424 [30JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

Jews: condemn rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in U.S., including recent assault in Boulder, CO, and reaffirm commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence (S. Res. 288), S90 [7JA]

Lea, Brian C.: nomination to be district judge, S435 [2FE]

March for Life: commend marchers and recognize right to life, S283 [27JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S64 [24FE]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1526 [23MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S282 [27JA]

Minnesota: allegations of welfare fraud, S141 [13JA]

Montana State University: tribute to football team (S. Res. 589), S298 [27JA]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1526 [23MR]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S557 [10FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance, S122 [12JA]

National Mentoring Month: observance (S. Res. 600), S516 [5FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S557 [10FE]

Oklahoma State University: tribute to men’s cross country team (S. Res. 575), S52 [6JA]

Olson, Justin R.: nomination to be district judge, S458 [3FE]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, S4 [5JA], S19 [6JA], S188 [14JA], S301 [28JA], S357 [29JA], S447 [3FE], S540 [10FE], S691 [26FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S142 [13JA]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA]

Presidential appointments: nominations considered and confirmed en bloc, S52 [6JA], S424 [30JA], S507 [5FE]

Public welfare programs: increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable, S720 [2MR]

——— increase access to affordable housing, reduce regulatory barriers, increase oversight, and assist most vulnerable (S. 2651), S770 [4MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR]

Senate: impact of partisanship, S186 [14JA]

——— legislative accomplishments, S186 [14JA]

——— legislative priorities, S4 [5JA], S560 [11FE]

——— legislative program, S52 [6JA], S90 [7JA], S176 [13JA], S298 [27JA], S397 [29JA], S425 [30JA], S458 [3FE], S516 [5FE], S557 [10FE], S654 [24FE], S735 [2MR], S906 [5MR], S1584 [24MR], S1628 [25MR]

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, S447 [3FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S121 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S720 [2MR]

——— State of the Union Message, S658 [25FE]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1466 [21MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Vinatieri, Adam: Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, S674 [25FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1018 [12MR], S1060, S1065 [17MR], S1160 [18MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1461, S1466 [21MR], S1496 [22MR], S1526 [23MR], S1561, S1568, S1569 [24MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562 [24MR], S1590 [25MR]

Texts of

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

Tributes

Holguin, Eden, S658 [25FE]

Kostel, Claudia, S856 [5MR]

Naylon, Mikaela, S560 [11FE]

TIETJENS, NOAH L.

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Noah L. Tietjens, S775 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 77), H2483 [12MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

Tribute, H2609 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR]

Tribute, S775, S784 [4MR]

TIFFANY, THOMAS P. (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Justice: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (see H.R. 7719), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: include any entity identified as Chinese military company on Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List (see H.R. 7075), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see H.R. 7758), H2623 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve provision of care and services under Veterans Community Care Program (see H.R. 740), H2297 [24FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

EPA: expand ethanol waiver for Reid vapor pressure limitations of motor vehicle fuels and return certain retired credits to small refineries under Renewable Fuel Program (see H.R. 1346), H2119 [10FE]

Federal agencies and departments: limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which U.S. is party (see H.R. 7387), H2040 [5FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Forest Service: require construction of certain roads on National Forest System lands (see H.R. 7695), H2327 [25FE]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H949 [20JA]

Immigration: clarify that aliens convicted of defrauding the Government or unlawful receipt of public benefits are inadmissible and deportable (see H.R. 1958), H719 [13JA]

——— improve public safety through enforcement of Federal immigration law in interior of U.S. (see H.R. 7640), H2474 [5MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (see H.R. 7780), H2369 [3MR]

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit admission of any Chinese national to U.S. without valid visa (H.R. 7780), H2370 [3MR]

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (H.R. 7304), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Cunningham, Liam: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

Rose, Dan: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Thums, Matt: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

TIGER, GA

Remarks in House

Rabun County High School: tribute to boys’ basketball team, H2607 [19MR]

TILLIS, THOM (a Senator from North Carolina)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S846 [4MR], S938 [9MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S802 [4MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (see S. Res. 580), S115 [8JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act: amend (see S. 3859), S1206 [18MR]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see S. 4145), S1367 [19MR]

Courts: increase transparency and oversight of third-party litigation funding in certain actions (see S. 3826), S577 [11FE]

Crime: improve Federal carjacking statute (see S. 1572), S220 [14JA]

Dept. of Commerce: establish task force in International Trade Administration to identify countervailable subsidies and dumping (see S. 3913), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S378 [29JA]

Dept. of Labor: assist employers providing employment to individuals with disabilities under special certificates allowing for payment of subminimum wage to transition away from and phase out use of such certificates (see S. 2438), S882 [5MR]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see S. 410), S344 [28JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE]

Federal Highway Administration: reauthorize and improve wildlife crossings program (see S. 3503), S346 [28JA]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (see S. 1283), S1091 [17MR]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Foreign trade: increase civil penalties for, and improve enforcement relative to, customs fraud (see S. 3808), S533 [9FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Immigration and Nationality Act: amend definition of aggravated felony to include certain serious drunk driving offenses (see S. 3584), S89 [7JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Medicare: establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see S. 3267), S578 [11FE]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S51 [6JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Native Americans: provide advance appropriations authority for certain BIA and Indian Health Service accounts (see S. 2771), S345 [28JA]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S345 [28JA]

Taxation: provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see S. 1163), S1443 [20MR]

Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act: reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Hart Senate Office Building atrium for bipartisan Mardi Gras dog parade (see S. Res. 611), S610 [12FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide funding for National Law Enforcement Museum community outreach, public education, and officer safety and wellness programs (see S. 3719), S344 [28JA]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (see S. 3705), S290 [27JA]

Immigration: provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary jurisdiction policies and enhance penalties for murder and assault committed against law enforcement officers (see S. 3782), S509 [5FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1569 [24MR]

McDonald, Colin: nomination to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division, S1467 [21MR], S1542 [23MR]

Mullin, Senator: nomination to be Sec. of Homeland Security, S1425 [20MR], S1506 [22MR]

Comments

Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: several Senators, S601 [12FE]

Excerpts

Hearing on Dept. of Justice investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to FRS headquarters building renovations: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs (Senate), S601 [12FE]

Factsheets

Military Support by Denmark to U.S. Operations in Afghanistan, S73 [7JA]

Remarks

Appropriations: legislative process, S407 [30JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S24 [6JA], S111 [8JA]

——— direct Architect of the Capitol to display in Senate wing, plaque honoring members of law enforcement responding to January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, until placement in permanent location (S. Res. 580), S25 [6JA], S111 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1024 [12MR]

——— prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference (S. 3744), S407 [30JA]

Dept. of Justice: investigation of FRS Board of Governors Chairman Powell relative to testimony regarding FRS headquarters building renovations, S601, S602 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S600 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S407 [30JA]

FRS: ensure independence of Board of Governors, S601, S602 [12FE]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S407 [30JA]

Immigration: clarify definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, provide civil remedies for victims of crimes committed by individuals benefitting from sanctuary policy, and withhold grant funding from such jurisdictions (S. 185), S407 [30JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S407 [30JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: assessment of tenure, S361 [29JA], S747 [3MR]

Senate: appreciation of opportunity to serve, S202 [14JA]

——— repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data, S407 [30JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S202 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S72 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S600 [12FE]

Tributes

Clampitt, Mike, S1543• [23MR]

TILLMAN, FLOYD (SONNY)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H611 [9JA]

TIMBER see Forests; Lumber Industry

TIMBER HARVESTERS, HAULERS, AND LANDOWNERS MARKET DISRUPTIONS RELIEF ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7195), H1349 [22JA]

TIME

Bills and resolutions

Calder Act: amend to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (see H.R. 7378), H2030 [4FE]

——— amend to permanently adjust to daylight savings time (H.R. 7378), consideration (see H. Res. 1055), H2119 [10FE]

TIMMONS, WILLIAM R., IV (a Representative from South Carolina)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and unborn persons (see H.R. 722), H921 [15JA]

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Bipartisan Safer Communities Act: repeal firearm-related provisions relative to incentives to implement red flag laws and funding to expand National Instant Criminal Background Check System (see H.R. 6035), H2712 [25MR]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2236 [20FE]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of State: prohibit employees, and persons and entities awarded grants or contracts, from censoring free speech of U.S. citizens (see H.R. 3719), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2422 [4MR]

Elections: prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2485 [12MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see H.R. 645), H2551 [17MR]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2371 [3MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (see H.R. 347), H2421 [4MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2552 [17MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2477 [9MR]

——— treat digital asset indexes as eligible investments for purposes of Trump accounts (see H.R. 7737), H2332 [26FE]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (see H.R. 7274), H1920 [30JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Federal Acquisition Security Council: reform (H.R. 7274), H1922 [30JA]

Remarks

Federal agencies and departments: ensure reliance on best reasonably available information and evidence to develop, issue or inform public of nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance (H.R. 6329), H2245, H2246, H2247 [23FE]

——— prohibit minimum experience or educational requirement for proposed contractor personnel in certain contract solicitations (H.R. 5235), H2247, H2248 [23FE]

Greer, SC: anniversary, H2706 [25MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2277• [24FE]

TIPPED EMPLOYEE PROTECTION ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 2312): consideration (H. Res. 988), H676 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 2312): consideration (see H. Res. 988), H654 [12JA]

Letters

Provisions: Economic Policy Institute, H689 [13JA]

——— Jody Calemine, AFL–CIO, H683 [13JA]

——— John Gray, Service Employees International Union, H689 [13JA]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 2312), H690 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 2312), H685–H691 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), H670–H677 [13JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2312, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 988) (H. Rept. 119–440), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 988, consideration of H.R. 2312, provisions, H670 [13JA]

H.R. 2312, provisions, H685 [13JA]

TIPPETT, TRACEY A.

Remarks in House

Iron Mountain, MI: Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

Michigan Marine of the Year award: recipient, E9 [7JA]

TISDALE, DONALD

Remarks in House

Tribute, E97 [3FE]

TITUS, DINA (a Representative from Nevada)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response: require each covered distributor of highly pathogenic agent to comply with certain logbook requirements (see H.R. 5747), H2097 [9FE]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: reduce qualifying time for spouse of active duty member to take leave (see H.R. 4351), H1923 [30JA]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Brazil: terminate national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil (see H.J. Res. 147), H1948 [2FE]

Children and youth: increase civil and criminal penalties for child labor violations (see H.R. 7002), H615 [9JA]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2333 [26FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1912 [23JA]

——— prohibit exclusion of individuals from service on Federal jury due to disability and age (see H.R. 5096), H2120 [10FE]

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Defense: certify that Azerbaijan has taken certain meaningful steps relative to Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh region (see H.R. 6840), H1352 [22JA]

——— review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— reauthorize and improve grant program to assist institutions of higher education in establishing, maintaining, and improving student veteran centers (see H.R. 6358), H1912 [23JA]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H1949 [2FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2236 [20FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1916 [27JA]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H2336 [2MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H253 [8JA]

——— establish task force to combat rising elder abuse of LGBTQI+ individuals (see H.R. 3811), H135 [7JA]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2098 [9FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H1916 [27JA]

——— prohibit use of lead ammunition on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands (see H.R. 6268), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2371 [3MR]

——— reauthorize wildlife crossings program (see H.R. 6078), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2229 [17FE]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H2032 [4FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Executive Office of the President: authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1923 [30JA]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see H.R. 7333), H2259 [23FE]

FCC: ensure equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms that preserve and advance universal service and reduce financial burden on consumers (see H.R. 4032), H656 [12JA]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1352 [22JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Financial literacy: improve for secondary school students (see H.R. 7183), H1171 [21JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2370 [3MR]

Forest Service: modernize authority to acquire and administer land in Lake Tahoe Basin (see H.R. 7255), H1914 [27JA]

GAO: submit report on effects of AID stop work order, discontinuation of services, and shuttering of AID (see H.R. 7271), H1915 [27JA]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H1352 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H253 [8JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran (see H. Res. 993), H1923 [30JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2098 [9FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H949 [20JA]

——— prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see H.R. 5940), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1352 [22JA]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NATO: prohibit actions or expenditure of funds to purchase NATO member country or NATO-protected territory (see H.R. 7088), H925 [16JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Research: ensure that non-animal methods for regulatory testing are used in lieu of animal tests whenever scientifically satisfactory non-animal test methods are available and meet regulatory requirements (see H.R. 6660), H2033 [4FE]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (see H.R. 4624), H1173 [21JA]

SSA: disseminate information relative to Ticket to Work Program to certain individuals (see H.R. 7253), H2033 [4FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2259 [23FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H719 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CFTC: prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (see H.R. 7477), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (see H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

——— transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CFTC: prohibit registered entities from engaging in transactions involving sporting event or casino-style gaming contracts (H.R. 7477), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of State: provide for international disability rights strategy (H.R. 7990), H2597 [18MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (H.R. 7784), H2421 [4MR]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (H.R. 7928), H2484 [12MR]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (H.R. 7929), H2484 [12MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (H.R. 7454), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee: extend (H.R. 5663), H2657 [24MR]

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H687 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H739 [14JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H808 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, H2609 [19MR]

Votes: position on missed, H2083• [9FE], H2279•, H2286• [24FE], H2306• [25FE]

TLAIB, RASHIDA (a Representative from Michigan)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

Armed Forces: reduce qualifying time for spouse of active duty member to take leave (see H.R. 4351), H2598 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Bridges: prohibit Federal interference with opening and operation of Gordie Howe International Bridge (see H.R. 7492), H2185 [11FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2371 [3MR]

Business and industry: require employers to provide employees retirement program with benefits equivalent to Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or elect to participate in FERS (see H.R. 7556), H2219 [12FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: apply certain protections and oversight to buy now, pay later loans (see H.R. 6891), H1923 [30JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H949 [20JA]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H895 [14JA]

CPSC: remove exclusion of pistols, revolvers, and other firearms from definition of ‘‘consumer product’’ in order to permit issuance of safety standards (see H.R. 7499), H2185 [11FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— reduce State administrative costs for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and summer electronic benefits transfer for children program (see H.R. 6819), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit marketing, advertising, or provision of professional legal, financial, or health services without appropriate licenses (see H.R. 7985), H2596 [18MR]

——— transfer regulatory control of certain munitions exports to Dept. of State and develop inter-agency strategy to disrupt trafficking of firearms to Mexico and certain Central American and Caribbean countries (see H.R. 6736), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure children in schools have right to read (see H.R. 6440), H1950 [2FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2040 [5FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— promote screenings for liver diseases in newborns (see H.R. 5355), H13 [6JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— reauthorize grants to address dental workforce needs (see H.R. 2001), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see H.R. 7363), H2236 [20FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit obligation or expenditure of funds for television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7395), H2098 [9FE]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish grant program to establish prison libraries to reduce recidivism and increase educational opportunities for incarcerated persons (see H.R. 7247), H1914 [27JA]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Labor: ease benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis (black lung disease) (see H.R. 6757), H136 [7JA]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

——— ensure that claims for benefits under Black Lung Benefits Act are processed in fair and timely manner and protect miners from pneumoconiosis (black lung disease) (see H.R. 6756), H136 [7JA]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see H.R. 7566), H2298 [24FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

——— list employers that relocate call centers overseas, make such companies ineligible for Federal grants and loans, and require call center employees to disclose their physical location (see H.R. 4954), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H2336 [2MR]

——— make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: issue final rule adding all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom to hazardous air pollutants list (see H.R. 6990), H252 [8JA]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: limit eligibility of certain aviation privacy programs for immigration aircraft operations (see H.R. 7172), H1923 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: change spousal notification and consent requirements for payment of lump-sum retirement benefits in cases of domestic violence (see H.R. 7706), H2327 [25FE]

FCC: clarify that Commission may not take action against broadcast licensee or any other person on basis of viewpoint (see H.R. 1880), H1916 [27JA]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— require notification prior to use of substances as generally recognized as safe, reassess safety of certain substances marketed as generally recognized as safe, and provide resources for reviews and reassessments (see H.R. 4958), H1977 [3FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1977 [3FE]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

——— require public disclosure of FBI counter intelligence program (COINTELPRO) records and establish COINTELPRO Records Collection and COINTELPRO Records Review Board (see H.R. 7220), H1977 [3FE]

Financial institutions: require chief executive officers of global systemically important bank holding companies to provide annual reports to FRS Board of Governors (see H.R. 7513), H2186 [11FE]

Firearms: prohibit importation, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of .50 caliber rifles (see H.R. 923), H253 [8JA]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H1352 [22JA]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2330 [25FE]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see H.R. 7500), H2259 [23FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2371 [3MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H13 [6JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2188 [11FE]

Medicare: count period of hospital outpatient observation services toward satisfying 3–day inpatient hospital stay requirement for coverage of skilled nursing facility services (see H.R. 3954), H1977 [3FE]

——— prevent hospitals or skilled nursing facilities that are owned by certain firms from participating in Medicare program (see H.R. 7920), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2259 [23FE]

——— rename Medicare Advantage program and prohibit private insurers from using ‘‘Medicare’’ in plan titles or advertisements (see H.R. 7803), H2420 [4MR]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H657 [12JA]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see H. Res. 1047), H2095 [9FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Political ethics: limit donations for public property, building, or fixture at White House, Naval Observatory, or certain other public property, or for monuments to living Presidents, Vice Presidents, or appointees (see H.R. 6085), H136 [7JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2097 [9FE]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Ramadan: recognize Islamic holy month and commend Muslims for their faith (see H. Res. 1125), H2621 [19MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H2235 [20FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see H.R. 7828), H2470 [5MR]

Taxation: allow early childhood educators to take educator expense deduction (see H.R. 5334), H2259 [23FE]

——— establish business tax credit for purchase of zero-emission electric lawn, garden, and landscape equipment (see H.R. 7821), H2470 [5MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see H.R. 7960), H2550 [17MR]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Texas: interconnect Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc., to its neighbors (see H.R. 7728), H2332 [26FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Unemployment: provide that individuals engaged in labor disputes may receive unemployment benefits (see H.R. 5206), H2188 [11FE]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H719 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Domestic policy: express sense that U.S. must act urgently to end political and economic dominance of billionaire oligarchs, halt corporate subsidies and tax advantages, and reinvest in needs of American people (see H. Res. 1028), H1921 [30JA]

House of Representatives: defend and uphold rights and protections guaranteed by Fourteenth Amendment to U.S. Constitution to ensure that our democracy works for all of us, not just powerful few (see H. Res. 1038), H2031 [4FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (see H.R. 7854), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: expand and improve Head Start Program (H.R. 7637), H2235 [20FE]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (H.R. 7125), H921 [15JA]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

Black History Month: observance, H2262 [24FE]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H146 [8JA]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H703 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2020 [4FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, H2020 [4FE]

Dept. of HUD: establish competitive grant program supporting affordable housing planning and implementation activities (H.R. 6768), H147 [8JA], H2175 [11FE]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2175 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2707 [25MR]

DTE Energy Co.: condemn rate increases, H2431 [5MR]

Eid Al-Fitr: observance, H2559 [18MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage, H697 [13JA]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

NIH: establish National Institute for Biomedical Research and Development (H.R. 7854), H2556 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H146 [8JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2020 [4FE]

——— evaluation of adminstration relative to racial relations, H2262 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2707 [25MR]

Tributes

Ahmed, Ismael, H2011 [4FE]

Noble, Peggy, H146 [8JA]

Richardson, Larissa, H2263 [24FE]

Sarr, Fatou-Seydi, H2269 [24FE]

TOBACCO BARN DISTILLERY (company)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E91 [2FE]

TOBACCO INDUSTRY see Tobacco Products

TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Bills and resolutions

Government regulations: clarify FDA jurisdiction over certain tobacco products and protect jobs and small businesses involved in sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cigars (see S. 3922), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

FAA: anniversary of smoking ban on commercial airlines, S670 [25FE]

TODARO-WIEGNER, ALEXIS

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S1410 [19MR]

TODAY.COM (Internet site)

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

TOKUDA, JILL N. (a Representative from Hawaii)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

CDC: codify Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (see H.R. 3701), H135 [7JA]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: assist and incentivize transitioning producers from noninsurance crop assistance program to whole farm revenue insurance (see H.R. 2435), H2598 [18MR]

——— authorize rural health facilities to use certain Federal agricultural credit assistance to refinance debt obligations, update necessary services, technology, and equipment, and support ancillary needs (see H.R. 7514), H2186 [11FE]

——— expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H949 [20JA]

Dept. of Education: ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide Federal-local community partnership construction funding to local educational agencies eligible to receive payments under Impact Aid program (see H.R. 2629), H2598 [18MR]

——— provide for greater flexibility in Federal programs supporting planning and implementation of charter schools (see H.R. 7082), H949 [20JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide full Federal funding for Impact Aid Program (see H.R. 5195), H2598 [18MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2120 [10FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Justice: remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

——— prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (see H.R. 4469), H925 [16JA]

Education: support creation and implementation of State policies, as well as expansion of State policies for improving quality and affordability of charter school facilities (see H.R. 7086), H1352 [22JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2120 [10FE]

Federal employees: clarify that Federal civilian and military personnel excepted from furlough during Government shutdown are eligible for unemployment compensation (see H.R. 1988), H253 [8JA]

——— increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2371 [3MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Government: allow suit against U.S. for injuries and deaths of members of Armed Forces caused by improper medical care (see H.R. 6730), H1352 [22JA]

——— prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H2033 [4FE]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H2623 [19MR]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H253 [8JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2229 [17FE]

Medicare: ensure continued designation of certain critical access hospitals (see H.R. 7727), H2332 [26FE]

——— provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2236 [20FE]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 67), H949 [20JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H1950 [2FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taiwan: codify Six Assurances to Taiwan, provide congressional review of Six Assurances, and protect Taiwan from coercion (see H.R. 3452), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2712 [25MR]

——— allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H949 [20JA]

——— codify and extend rules for personal casualty losses arising from major disasters and rules for exclusion from gross income of compensation for losses or damages resulting from certain wildfires (see H.R. 5366), H253 [8JA]

——— exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2259 [23FE]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Technology: promote 21st century workforce, authorize grants to support emerging and advanced technology education, and support training and quality employment in industries most impacted by artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 6621), H253 [8JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H253 [8JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Venezuela: prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H719 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (see H.R. 7455), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (see H.R. 7563), H2219 [12FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (see H.R. 7716), H2328 [25FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (see H.R. 7518), H2186 [11FE]

Hawaiian Language Month: designate (see H. Res. 1089), H2333 [26FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: allow certain States to directly purchase commodities (H.R. 7455), H2096 [9FE]

Dept. of Commerce: prohibit importation of certain rare earth magnets from covered nations (H.R. 7563), H2221 [12FE]

Foreign trade: prohibit imposition of additional tariffs on agricultural inputs imported from countries to which U.S. has extended normal trade relations (H.R. 7716), H2330 [25FE]

Forest Service: ensure adequate staffing and resources for Institute of Tropical Forestry and Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry (H.R. 7518), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H126 [7JA]

Dept. of Education: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act funding, H703 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1191 [22JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H126 [7JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, H1163 [21JA]

Trump, President: Executive order directing removal of certain historical exhibits and monuments from parks, museums, and other public areas, H2024 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, H2666• [24MR]

Tributes

LaMalfa, Doug, H235 [8JA]

TOLEDO, OH

Remarks in House

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority: anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

Vance, Vice President: evaluation of visit to Toledo, OH, H1343 [22JA]

TOLEDO AREA REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

TOLLEFSON, TAYLA

Remarks in House

Miss Spokane (WA) competition: winner, E187 [4MR]

TOMAH, WI

Remarks in House

Rose, Dan: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

TOMLIN, MIKE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E35 [13JA]

TONKO, PAUL (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see H.R. 7417), H2552 [17MR]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1112), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see H.R. 7318), H1948 [2FE]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— require mandatory funding for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 5740), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Defense: improve dependent coverage under TRICARE Young Adult Program (see H.R. 4768), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Energy: develop and support adoption of voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for permitting of qualifying distributed energy systems (see H.R. 6981), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of HHS: advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care (see H.R. 2767), H2551 [17MR]

——— authorize loan repayment program for mental health professionals (see H.R. 6672), H2297 [24FE]

——— carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2551 [17MR]

——— ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2552 [17MR]

——— provide for participation of physical therapists in National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment program and include coverage of physical therapy services in certain programs (see H.R. 5621), H2551 [17MR]

——— support State-based maternal mortality review committees and disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives (see H.R. 1909), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H135 [7JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office of Community Oriented Policing Services to establish training course relating to Alzheimer’s disease and similar forms of dementia (see H.R. 3389), H135 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct review of deaths of certain veterans who committed suicide (see H.R. 136), H135 [7JA]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H2531 [16MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FDA: require notification prior to use of substances as generally recognized as safe, reassess safety of certain substances marketed as generally recognized as safe, and provide resources for reviews and reassessments (see H.R. 4958), H2297 [24FE]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2297 [24FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H1923 [30JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2677 [24MR]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2598 [18MR]

Government: modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2422 [4MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (see H.R. 6731), H1352 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H949 [20JA]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1923 [30JA]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2531 [16MR]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: authorize coverage of additional lung cancer screening tests (see H.R. 1406), H135 [7JA]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H2712 [25MR]

——— improve access to mental health services (see H.R. 8081), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within scope of their license (see H.R. 539), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide hereditary cancer genetic testing for individuals with family history of gene mutation and coverage of certain cancer screenings or preventive surgeries to reduce risk of developing preventable cancer (see H.R. 4752), H2097 [9FE]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National CRNA Week: observance (see H. Res. 1019), H1912 [23JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

NIH: take certain steps to increase clinical trial diversity (see H.R. 6867), H136 [7JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: provide authority to mail alcoholic beverages (see H.R. 3011), H2042 [5FE]

——— require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2474 [5MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see H.R. 7692), H2327 [25FE]

Taxation: allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see H.R. 138), H135 [7JA]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2097 [9FE]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H240 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, H2017 [4FE]

EPA: proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1997 [4FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H240 [8JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H2017 [4FE]

Votes: position on missed, H1960• [3FE]

Tributes

Hopper, Abigail Ross, H942 [20JA]

TOP RANK, INC.

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act, H2646 [24MR]

TOPITZER, MATTHEW N.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E47 [16JA]

TORNADOES related term(s) Disasters

Bills and resolutions

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

TORRES, KELLSEY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H667 [13JA]

TORRES, NORMA J. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Democracy Day: designate (see H.J. Res. 136), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H949 [20JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2040 [5FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2712 [25MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

FAA: provide for funding from Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to continue certain activities in event of Government shutdown (see H.R. 6086), H2484 [12MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2236 [20FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: apply floor plan financing interest rules to semitrailers (see H.R. 7944), H2530 [16MR]

——— provide nonrefundable credit for working family caregivers (see H.R. 2036), H2330 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (see H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Congressional Research Service: prepare report on extent of recidivism by individuals pardoned by President under Presidential Proclamation 10887 (H.R. 6954), H12 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: provide for enhanced penalty for recidivist act of violent insurrection (H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

Library of Congress: direct American Folklife Center to establish oral history program relative to individuals who were affected by events at U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (H.R. 6952), H12 [6JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2143 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2143 [11FE]

Tributes

Lorenz, Mike, E131• [11FE]

Montgomery, Benjamin, E259• [24MR]

TORRES, RITCHIE (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: provide penalties for individuals who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees (see H.R. 3178), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 1464), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at time of purchase (see H.R. 7391), H2188 [11FE]

——— provide for health care workforce innovation program (see H.R. 935), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure humane treatment of pregnant detainees by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 4664), H949 [20JA]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H925 [16JA]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations from wearing facial coverings (see H.R. 4004), H1949 [2FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H921 [15JA]

——— require officers and agents engaged in border security or immigration enforcement to display or wear certain insignia and provide identification and prohibit from wearing face coverings (see H.R. 4176), H894 [14JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

——— extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— provide parity relative to access to mortgage insurance for hospitals program for licensed psychiatric hospitals (see H.R. 7030), H717 [13JA]

——— provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase supply of affordable rental housing (see H.R. 7152), H947 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2474 [5MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Head Start Awareness Month: observance (see H.J. Res. 132), H136 [7JA]

Honduras: condemn pardon of Juan O. Hernández and reaffirm commitment of U.S. to cooperate and partner with Honduran government to counter narcotics (see H. Res. 929), H136 [7JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H1922 [30JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2474 [5MR]

Lieutenant James N. Lyons Post Office, Rochester, NY: designate (see H.R. 6694), H949 [20JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2598 [18MR]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding through rescissions in Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding (see H.R. 7071), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2095 [9FE]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2677 [24MR]

Smithsonian Institution: permit National Museum of the American Latino to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1330), H719 [13JA]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: expand youth access to voting (see H.R. 4916), H1950 [2FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

CDC: establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (see H.R. 7717), H2328 [25FE]

Corps of Engineers: provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (see H.R. 7144), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (see H.R. 7233), H1350 [22JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Happy Land Social Club Fire Day of Remembrance: designate (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

New York, NY: recognize victims of Happy Land Social Club fire in Bronx, NY, on March 25, 1990 (see H. Res. 1123), H2597 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

CDC: establish pilot program to support local jurisdictions in developing neighborhood-level, publicly accessible health data platforms and establish National Neighborhood Health Data Repository (H.R. 7717), H2330 [25FE]

Corps of Engineers: provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (H.R. 7519), H2187 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish national food rescue system through partnerships with food rescue organizations (H.R. 7144), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel engaged in law or immigration enforcement activities to wear clearly visible and scannable QR code (H.R. 7233), H1351 [22JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (H.R. 7004), H616 [9JA]

Tributes

Bender, Bob, H2176 [11FE]

Bradshaw-Brannigan, Gloria, H2177 [11FE]

Camilo, Miguelina, E154• [23FE]

de Castro, Alonzo, H2178 [11FE]

DeWitt, Cheryl M., H2176 [11FE]

Dukuray, Haji, H2176 [11FE]

Fearon, Shirley, H2177 [11FE]

Goff, Johnnie R., H2176 [11FE]

Jones, Simone A., E151• [23FE]

Martell, Nilka, H2176 [11FE]

Martos, Randi, E153• [23FE]

Myke, Clinton A., H2177 [11FE]

Pabon, Julio, H2178 [11FE]

Ramos, Tomas, H2177 [11FE]

Udo-Okon, John, H2177 [11FE]

Young, Chauncy, H2177 [11FE]

TORRES, RONNIE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E125 [10FE]

TORRES HIDALGO, OFELIA G.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2264 [24FE]

TORRES-TOVAR, EDGAR B.

Bills and resolutions

Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar VA Clinic, Des Moines, IA: designate (see S. 3837), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7511), H2186 [11FE]

TOURISM see Travel and Tourism

TOUZARD, CHRISTIAN

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

TOWING SAFETY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

TOWNER, VALMADGE R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E124 [10FE]

TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Government regulations: clarify exemption for replacement parts (see H.R. 7181), H1171 [21JA]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

TOXIC WASTE see Hazardous Substances

TRADE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7805), H2420 [4MR]

TRADE DEFICIT see Foreign Trade

TRADE EXPANSION ACT

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2167 [11FE]

TRADE FACILITATION AND TRADE ENFORCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

TRADE REVIEW ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1272), S235 [15JA]

TRAHAN, LORI (a Representative from Massachusetts)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Venezuela (see H.R. 6915), H657 [12JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2371 [3MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H717 [13JA]

Cosmetics: substantially restrict use of animal testing for cosmetics (see H.R. 1657), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H656 [12JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— support States and high-need local educational agencies in increasing number of mental health services providers in schools (see H.R. 4253), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H253 [8JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2098 [9FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Labor: establish grant program to support out-of-school-time youth workforce readiness programs providing employability skills, work-based learning, and workforce opportunities for eligible youth (see H.R. 2910), H2477 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Federal employees: calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H253 [8JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H656 [12JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H895 [14JA]

Health: increase availability and affordability of menstrual hygiene products for women and girls with limited access (see H.R. 3644), H719 [13JA]

Health care professionals: address behavioral health workforce shortages through support for peer support specialists (see H.R. 2741), H719 [13JA]

Insurance: prohibit group health plans and group or individual health insurance issuers from imposing cost-sharing requirements for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations (see H.R. 3037), H656 [12JA]

——— require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2422 [4MR]

——— require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1977 [3FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H656 [12JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H1923 [30JA]

——— repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: clarify congressional intent and preserve patient access to home infusion therapy (see H.R. 2172), H135 [7JA]

——— ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H2711 [25MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1352 [22JA]

Mexico: reaffirm U.S. commitment to respecting sovereignty and condemn calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico’s consent and congressional authorization (see H. Res. 168), H253 [8JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Nuclear weapons: urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (see H. Res. 317), H2298 [24FE]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2676 [24MR]

——— revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H656 [12JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

SBA: increase maximum amount for certain loans (see H.R. 1893), H1173 [21JA] (see H.R. 4153), H1949 [2FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H922 [15JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (H.R. 7145), H925 [16JA]

Remarks

Votes: position on missed, H2279• [24FE]

TRAILS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: study feasibility of designating Bay Area Ridge National Scenic Trail (see S. 3720), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7254), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Transportation: make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

Remarks in House

Appalachian Mountain Club: anniversary, H2640 [24MR]

Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire, Inc.: tribute, E169 [26FE]

TRAN, DEREK (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H2033 [4FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H656 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: make deliberate, targeted attack on law enforcement officer Federal crime (see H.R. 1551), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Commerce: submit annual report on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of China (see H.R. 6275), H253 [8JA]

Dept. of Education: require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2033 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: collect and disseminate information on concussion and traumatic brain injury among public safety officers (see H.R. 2830), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H895 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1921 [30JA]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2422 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: conduct review on opioid overdose deaths among veterans (see H.R. 5919), H1950 [2FE]

——— furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see H.R. 4509), H2474 [5MR]

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Post Office Building, Santa Clarita, CA: designate (see H.R. 6164), H253 [8JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1923 [30JA]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2484 [12MR]

——— provide that civilian service as temporary employee after certain date may be creditable service under Federal Employees Retirement System (see H.R. 1522), H921 [15JA]

Federal Labor Relations Authority: provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions (see H.R. 1505), H2484 [12MR]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H922 [15JA]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H1912 [23JA]

GAO: conduct technology assessment focused on liquid-cooling systems for artificial intelligence (AI) compute clusters and high-performance computing facilities (see H.R. 5332), H894 [14JA]

Government: require Members of Congress, congressional staff, President, Vice President, and senior officials to report Government payments in financial disclosures and ban stock trading for senior officials (see H.R. 3779), H719 [13JA]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H1922 [30JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (see H.R. 842), H616 [9JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

Nuclear weapons: limit funding to conduct first-use nuclear strikes (see H.R. 3564), H2259 [23FE]

TSA: establish system to expedite gate passes and flight access procedures at domestic airports to allow caregivers, parents, and guardians to accompany minors and passengers needing assistance to their flights (see H.R. 4940), H135 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve schedule for rating disabilities (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (see H.R. 7969), H2550 [17MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve schedule for rating disabilities (H.R. 8066), H2676 [24MR]

Office of the Director of National Intelligence: assess national security implications of increased foreign malign influence by Chinese Communist Party (H.R. 7969), H2551 [17MR]

Remarks

Placentia, CA: anniversary, E36• [13JA]

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170• [26FE]

SBA: require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H934 [20JA]

Vietnamese New Year: observance, H2204 [12FE]

Tributes

Maturo, Justin, E39• [14JA]

Phan Va•AE0n Huán, E248• [20MR]

TRANSPARENCY AND RESPONSIBILITY FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE NETWORKS (TRAIN) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7209), H1349 [22JA]

TRANSPARENCY IN RECOVERY ASSISTANCE AND CLAIMS KNOWLEDGE (TRACK) ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3363), S505 [5FE]

TRANSPARENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR AIRCRAFT CARRIERS TO KNOW IMMIGRATION CONDUCT AND ENFORCEMENT (TRACK ICE) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7172), H1171 [21JA]

TRANSPARENT REPRESENTATION UPHOLDING SERVICE AND TRUST (TRUST) IN CONGRESS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 396), H2609 [19MR], H2668 [24MR]

TRANSPORTATION related term(s) Department of Transportation; Motor Vehicles; Roads and Highways; Surface Transportation Board

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Articles and editorials

National Average Gas Prices Now Nearly 90 Cents Higher Than One Month Ago, H2541 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Agriculture: prohibit Federal interference in interstate traffic of unpasteurized milk and milk products in final package form for human consumption between States that allow sale of such products (see H.R. 7880), H2476 [9MR]

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

CPSC: promulgate consumer product safety standard for uniform classification and labeling of certain electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices (see H.R. 7839), H2470 [5MR]

Crime: prosecute, as Federal crime, assault or intimidation of passenger train crew member in manner consistent with prosecution of assault or intimidation of aircraft crew member (see S. 3665), S256 [15JA]

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement, provide independent border security oversight, and improve training of border security agents and officers (see S. 3997), S802 [4MR]

——— provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of State: eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

Dept. of Transportation: alter project eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grant program (see H.R. 7298), H1921 [30JA]

——— codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

——— combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

——— condition Federal highway funding on State compliance with Federal immigration enforcement policies relative to driver’s licensing and information sharing (see S. 3773), S489 [4FE]

——— convey all right, title, and interest to certain property to San Mateo County Transit District (see H.R. 7440), H2095 [9FE]

——— designate portion of Interstate Route 680 in Omaha, NE, as ‘‘Hal Daub Freeway’’ (see S. 3656), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7090), H918 [15JA]

——— develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

——— eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (see S. 3903), S650 [24FE] (see H.R. 7662), H2296 [24FE] (see H.R. 7748), H2335 [2MR]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish competitive grant program to provide capital assistance for maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation needs of commuter rail bridges (see S. 3701), S290 [27JA]

——— establish grant program to increase use of stop-arm safety camera technology on schoolbuses (see H.R. 7204), H1349 [22JA]

——— establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3972), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

——— establish requirements for visual and automated railroad track inspections (see S. 3987), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7784), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— include public information activities as authorized programming under highway safety programs and carry out education campaign on dangers of noncompliant or counterfeit child restraint systems (see H.R. 7679), H2326 [25FE]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see S. 3661), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

——— increase Federal operating share for rural transit (see S. 3978), S762 [3MR]

——— increase funding for transportation programs, continue Federal investments in bridges, give local communities access to annual bridge and safety funds, and increase funding for planning and design (see H.R. 7437), H2095 [9FE]

——— issue certain regulations relative to safe transportation of lithium-ion cells or batteries (see H.R. 7928, 7929), H2483 [12MR]

——— issue guidance regarding State projects to reduce trespassing fatalities (see H.R. 7358), H2030 [4FE]

——— issue regulations requiring rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has reasonable suspicion that action carried out by carrier caused such damage (see H.R. 8012), H2621 [19MR]

——— limit spending from Highway Trust Fund (see S. 3786), S509 [5FE]

——— make grants for improvement or construction of greenway paths (see H.R. 7751), H2336 [2MR]

——— modify final rule relative to flightcrew member duty and rest requirements for passenger operations of air carriers to apply to all-cargo operations (see H.R. 7526), H2217 [12FE]

——— modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit from contracting with, or awarding grant to, entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities (see S. 4000), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide certain requirements and guidance relative to license plate readability (see H.R. 7797), H2419 [4MR]

——— provide for development of transportation demand management strategies (see S. 3694), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7301), H1921 [30JA]

——— publish notice of proposed rulemaking relative to seatbelts on schoolbuses (see S. 3806), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7428), H2094 [9FE]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

——— remove requirement to consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding for long distance intercity passenger rail routes under Corridor Identification and Development Program (see S. 3728), S377 [29JA]

——— require automatic emergency braking system and similar crash avoidance technology equipped light vehicles to detect and respond in wider range of circumstances (see H.R. 7353), H2029 [4FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (see H.R. 6950), H12 [6JA]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

——— issue certain regulations to eliminate public charters from eligibility to operate under on-demand rules relative to safety requirements (see H.R. 7501), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7553), H2219 [12FE]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

——— update regulations relating to application of certain flight and duty limitations and rest requirements (see H.R. 7191), H1172 [21JA]

Federal Highway Administration: improve and reauthorize Pollinator-Friendly Practices on Roadside Highways and Rights-of-Way Program (see S. 3673), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7143), H924 [16JA]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Federal Railroad Administration: codify Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (see H.R. 7338), H1976 [3FE]

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA): prohibit funding for civil immigration enforcement activities on public transit in area hosting 2026 World Cup match or Fan Festival (see H.R. 7988), H2597 [18MR]

GAO: conduct review of budget, resources, and capabilities of Coast Guard as co-Sector Risk Management Agency for marine transportation system (see H.R. 7625), H2234 [20FE]

Government regulations: require States make publicly available information on selection of certain transportation projects (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: amend relative to vehicle roadside crashes and work zone safety (see S. 3871), S609 [12FE]

Languages: require English proficiency as prerequisite for eligibility for ride share contracts (see H.R. 7169), H1171 [21JA]

Motor vehicles: ensure that lifesaving motor vehicle safety features are offered independently of convenience and luxury features (see H.R. 7372), H2030 [4FE]

——— improve incident reporting relative to certain autonomous vehicles (see S. 3742), S377 [29JA]

——— inform consumers about capabilities and limitations of partially automated vehicles (see H.R. 7377), H2030 [4FE]

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: clarify authority over vehicles with automated driving systems to provide safety measures for such vehicles (see H.R. 7390), H2040 [5FE]

——— modernize motor vehicle safety programs (see H.R. 7389), H2040 [5FE]

Public transportation: prohibit universal free fare policies (see H.R. 7843), H2471 [5MR]

Shipping industry: establish waiver of coastwise endorsement requirements to allow transport of certain goods on non-U.S. built, owned, or registered vessels (see S. 4090), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7900), H2481 [12MR]

Taxation: provide gasoline tax holiday (see S. 4032), S915 [9MR] (see H.R. 7919), H2482 [12MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Matthew Mallory, S760 [3MR]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Azuza, CA: tribute to monument and mural commemorating anniversary of U.S. Route 66, H1983 [4FE]

California: prohibit use of Federal financial assistance for certain high-speed rail development project (H.R. 213), H1337 [22JA], H1987 [4FE], H2320 [25FE]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, H2543 [17MR]

Costa, Representative: legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials (H.R. 971), H1987 [4FE]

——— permit use of State highway standards for airfield pavement construction and improvement under certain circumstances (H.R. 6427), H2658, H2659 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

——— treat as State for purposes of certain transportation grant programs (H.R. 6950), E4 [6JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (H.R. 7613), H2253–H2257 [23FE]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2101 [10FE]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H229 [8JA], H613 [9JA], H915 [15JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, H2319 [25FE], H2542 [17MR], H2556, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2668 [24MR]

Taxation: establish national cap on State gas taxes, H2216 [12FE], H2320 [25FE]

——— provide gasoline tax holiday (H.R. 7919), H2706 [25MR]

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority: anniversary, H2085 [9FE]

Trump, President: call for restoration of funds for Hudson River Gateway Tunnel project, H1969 [3FE]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Boise, ID: anniversary of Boise Airport, S799 [4MR]

Coast Guard: authorizing appropriations, S1030, S1031 [12MR]

——— authorizing appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S1031 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91–S93 [7JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S910 [9MR], S944 [10MR], S970, S972 [11MR], S1083 [17MR], S1162–S1164, S1168 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1505 [22MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

TSA: funding, S1018 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

Reports filed

Airport Regulatory Relief Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6427) (H. Rept. 119–552), H2529 [16MR]

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 6427, Airport Regulatory Relief Act, H2658 [24MR]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE AND INNOVATION ACT (TIFIA)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Transportation: modify rules for Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program and Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program and establish transit-oriented financing for certain projects (see S. 3636), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7062), H892 [14JA]

TRANSPORTATION PROJECT ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3629), S162 [13JA]

TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S583 [11FE], S614, S615 [12FE], S1583 [24MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2388 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, E225 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1046 [12MR] (see S. 4127), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2529 [16MR]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7147), H947 [20JA] (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE] (see H.R. 7744), H2335 [2MR] (see H.R. 8029), H2627 [20MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4213), consideration (see H. Res. 1096), H2369 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (see H. Res. 1016), H1350 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (see H. Res. 1095), H2368 [3MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1577 [24MR], S1599, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S519 [9FE], S539 [10FE], S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR], S1034 [12MR], S1311 [19MR], S1419, S1425 [20MR], S1461 [21MR], S1495 [22MR], S1561, S1570 [24MR], S1589, S1599 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2448 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, H2543, H2544 [17MR], H2599 [19MR], H2669 [24MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, H2667 [24MR]

——— ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (H.R. 7941), H2693 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, H2383–H2386, H2388 [4MR], H2543 [17MR], H2555 [18MR], H2599 [19MR], H2667, H2669 [24MR], H2706 [25MR], E225 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), H1299–H1317, H1335 [22JA], H2190, H2208 [12FE], H2303, H2304 [25FE], H2533 [17MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), correction in engrossment (H. Res. 1016), H1335 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), H2306 [25FE], H2344, H2354–H2356 [3MR], H2691, H2692, H2694 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7481), unanimous-consent request, H2306 [25FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), H2423, H2432–H2451, H2453 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2380–H2390, H2412 [4MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7744), corrections in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 8029), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

House Rules: same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown, S1420 [20MR], S1462, S1465–S1467, S1480 [21MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1568 [24MR]

——— making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), S1027 [12MR]

——— making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4073), unanimous-consent request, S1028 [12MR]

——— making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1146 [17MR], S1161, S1177–S1180 [18MR], S1314, S1318, S1319 [19MR], S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— making continuing for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1319, S1320 [19MR], S1532 [23MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports to provide assistance due to TSA staff shortages during partial Government shutdown, S1528, S1529 [23MR], S1563 [24MR], S1591 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, S636 [24FE], S721 [2MR], S880 [5MR], S907–S909 [9MR], S945 [10MR], S970, S971, S973, S975, S980–S992, S994 [11MR], S1317–S1320 [19MR], S1532, S1533–S1535 [23MR], S1600–S1604, S1605, S1606 [25MR]

——— making appropriations, unanimous-consent request, S870 [5MR], S982, S983 [11MR], S1327, S1328 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S423 [30JA], S432 [2FE], S477 [4FE], S497–S500 [5FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S633–S635 [24FE], S671–S673 [25FE], S694, S713 [26FE], S741, S743 [3MR], S780, S784 [4MR], S1603, S1604 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S519–S521, S523 [9FE], S539–S542, S545–S547 [10FE], S559, S560, S564, S573 [11FE], S588–S594 [12FE], S856–S860, S869–S871 [5MR], S946 [10MR], S1018–S1022, S1024–S1034, S1036, S1040 [12MR], S1060, S1068, S1077 [17MR], S1161, S1169, S1181 [18MR], S1311–S1314, S1323, S1326–S1329, S1333 [19MR], S1419–S1431 [20MR], S1461, S1472–S1474, S1480–S1484 [21MR], S1495, S1504, S1509, S1512–S1514, S1516 [22MR], S1527–S1531 [23MR], S1561, S1563, S1566, S1568, S1570 [24MR], S1589–S1594, S1597–S1600, S1609, S1629 [25MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), unanimous-consent request, S1033 [12MR]

——— making continuing appropriations, S594–S596 [12FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Funding, S1018 [12MR]

Government: shutdown relative to budget process, S1180 [18MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1095) (H. Rept. 119–540), H2368 [3MR]

Consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Same-Day Consideration of Resolutions Allowing Consideration of Certain Legislation: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1016, correction in engrossment of H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1335 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H. Res. 1057, same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation, H2121 [11FE]

H. Res. 1095, consideration of H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2380 [4MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 8029, Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 7147, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H1300–H1311 [22JA]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

H.R. 7744, Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations, H2432–H2444 [5MR]

TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION PAY ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 4127), S1531, S1532 [23MR], S1602, S1603 [25MR]

——— unanimous-consent request, S1532 [23MR]

TRASH see Refuse Disposal

TRAVEL AND TOURISM

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: take certain actions relative to rental amounts and administrative fees charged to certain marinas (see H.R. 7248), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide option for individuals to appeal denial, suspension, or early termination of enrollment in Trusted Traveler Programs (see H.R. 7823), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of State: prohibit from charging fee for issuance or reissuance of passport card (see H.R. 7782), H2419 [4MR]

FAA: extend deadline for conversion of commercial air tour aircraft operating in Grand Canyon National Park to quiet aircraft technology (see H.R. 7430), H2094 [9FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Passports: authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain fee for execution of passport application (see S. 3733), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 6997), H615 [9JA]

Remarks in House

Fort Worth, TX: anniversary of Sanders Travel Centre, E42 [14JA]

Gaffney, SC: tribute to Carolina Rising Museum, H2375 [4MR]

Georgia: inclusion of golf courses in Golfweek (publication) Top 200 resort golf courses list, H1126 [21JA]

Savannah, GA: inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

Visit Savannah (organization): anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

TRAVIS, WILLIAM B.

Letters

Siege at the Alamo, S736 [2MR]

TREATIES AND AGREEMENTS

Bills and resolutions

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Dept. of State: establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Israel: prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and praise resistance to Chinese coercion and aggression (see H. Con. Res. 71), H1921 [30JA]

——— recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: prioritize formation of working group on travel and tourism during next joint review conducted under U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7454), H2095 [9FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

——— require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Trump, President: tribute to strategic agreement establishing permanent U.S. sovereignty and control over military installations in Greenland, strengthening Arctic security, and countering malign Russian and Chinese influence (see H. Res. 1020), H1915 [27JA]

Weapons: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

New START Treaty: extend, H804–H810 [14JA]

Northern Mariana Islands: anniversary of covenant establishing political union with U.S., H2638 [24MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H665 [13JA], H727 [14JA], H911 [15JA], H1131, H1135, H1136 [21JA], H1175 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (S. Res. 652), S1357 [19MR]

NATO: evaluation of member countries and national defense spending, S196 [14JA]

New START Treaty: extend, S487 [4FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration, S635–S641 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, S73 [7JA], S109 [8JA], S197 [14JA]

U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): anniversary, S497 [5FE]

——— impact, S1059 [17MR]

United Kingdom: assessment of foreign policy and defense spending, S955 [10MR]

Texts of

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

S. Res. 652, recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, S1381 [19MR]

TRECHOK, MARY

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

TRIBAL FIREARM ACCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3946), S706 [26FE]

TRIBAL LABOR SOVEREIGNTY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

TRIBAL POLICE DEPARTMENT PARITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3945), S706 [26FE]

TRIBAL TRUST LAND HOMEOWNERSHIP ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 723), H2359–H2362 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

S. 723, provisions, H2359–H2361 [3MR]

TRICKETT, CYNTHIA J.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55 [20JA]

TRIMBLE, ROBIN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1947 [2FE]

TRIO UPWARD BOUND STUDENT STIPEND SUPPORT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7690), H2327 [25FE]

TROPICAL FOREST AND CORAL REEF CONSERVATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize (see S. 4011), S881 [5MR]

TROUT UNLIMITED, INC.

Remarks in House

Allegheny Mountain Chapter: anniversary, H2705 [25MR]

TROY, CAROLINE NILSSON

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S113 [8JA]

TROY, DENIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2205 [12FE]

TRUCKING INDUSTRY related term(s) Cargo Transportation

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Defense: prevent awarding of motor carrier cargo transportation contracts to carriers affiliated with Chinese military companies (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Transportation: combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

——— enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE] (see H.R. 7354), H2030 [4FE]

——— establish length limitation on certain vehicles being transported by heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicles (see H.R. 7321), H1948 [2FE]

——— prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (see S. 3917), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7758), H2368 [3MR] (see H.R. 7793), H2419 [4MR]

——— regulate employment screening for motor carrier industry (see H.R. 7261), H1915 [27JA]

——— require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to implement national employer notification service (see S. 3807), S533 [9FE] (see H.R. 7429), H2094 [9FE]

Drugs: revise Dept. of HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs to include testing for methadone use and require Dept. of Transportation to include testing for methadone use in drug tests (see H.R. 7967), H2550 [17MR]

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: study chameleon carriers in U.S. and plan, develop, and test automation tool to help enforcement personnel detect chameleon carrier applications under registration process (see H.R. 7539), H2218 [12FE]

Immigration: require verification of employment authorization through E–Verify Program as condition of issuance or renewal of commercial driver’s license (see H.R. 7200), H1349 [22JA]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE], H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Transportation: prohibit issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of U.S. or holders of certain work visas (S. 3917), S683 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Reports filed

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2853) (H. Rept. 119–471), H1920 [30JA]

Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 337) (S. Rept. 119–112), S626 [23FE]

TRUCKING SECURITY AND CCP DISCLOSURE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4077), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7924), H2482 [12MR]

TRUE SHUTDOWN FAIRNESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

TRUJILLO AYLLON, JOSELINE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E198 [9MR]

TRUMAN, HARRY S (33d President of the United States)

Addresses

Address in St. Paul at the Municipal Auditorium (1948) (excerpt), E169 [26FE]

TRUMAN SCHOLARSHIP CLEAN HOUSE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7894), H2481 [12MR]

TRUTH AND HEALING COMMISSION ON INDIAN BOARDING SCHOOL POLICIES IN THE U.S.

Bills and resolutions

Establish (see H.R. 7325), H1975 [3FE]

TRUTH IN LENDING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: reduce excessive credit card late fees (see S. 3660), S256 [15JA]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

——— extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

TSP FIDUCIARY SECURITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7357), H2030 [4FE]

TSUNAMI WARNING AND EDUCATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Reauthorize (see S. 3881), S609 [12FE]

TUASON, MARTIN O.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E35 [13JA]

TUBERVILLE, TOMMY (a Senator from Alabama)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S918 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1132, S1144 [17MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

CFTC: provide for system of regulation of offer and sale of digital commodities (see S. 4064), S1048 [12MR]

Civil Rights Act: clarify that discrimination in provision of goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations based on Sharia Law is in violation of such Act (see S. 3887), S610 [12FE]

Courts: establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1616 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: require States to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipient-level data (see S. 3856), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: allow certain public health data modernization grants to be used to track hospital bed capacity (see S. 1974), S1206 [18MR]

——— debar child care providers who commit fraud from receiving certain financial assistance (see S. 3644), S220 [14JA]

——— issue guidance on whether hospital emergency departments should implement fentanyl testing as routine procedure for patients experiencing overdose (see S. 921), S258 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA]

——— include adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and other recreational activities in medical services furnished to eligible veterans (see S. 3138), S1092 [17MR]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

FDA: require drug labeling to include original manufacturer and supply chain information (see S. 3788), S509 [5FE]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1616 [25MR]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S626 [23FE]

Law enforcement: authorize use of FBI criminal history record information for administration of interstate compacts (see S. 1101), S1206 [18MR]

——— establish criminal penalty for obstructing immigration enforcement activities (see S. 3179), S258 [15JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see S. 3532), S554 [10FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Social Security: repeal retirement earnings test (see S. 4184), S1580 [24MR]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S471 [3FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Colleges and universities: establish rules regarding eligibility of student athletes for intercollegiate athletics (see S. 4177), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand guaranteed and direct loan eligibility to individuals or entities holding 50 percent interest and are qualified operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with certain farm loans (see S. 3936), S706 [26FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S547 [10FE], S593, S594 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S871 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Fowlkes, David C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S437 [2FE]

Ganjei, Nicholas J.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S450 [3FE]

Peterson, Aaron C.: nomination to be district judge, S417 [30JA], S452 [3FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

St. John, Anna: nomination to be district judge, S1034 [12MR], S1065 [17MR]

Privilege of the floor

Jackson, Susanna, S537 [9FE]

Pueschell, Brianne, S537 [9FE]

Reuse, Robbie, S537 [9FE]

Remarks

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), S26 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (S. Res. 574), unanimous-consent request, S27 [6JA]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1464 [21MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1464 [21MR]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S151 [13JA], S781–S783 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S781 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1464 [21MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521 [9FE]

Tributes

Austin, Perry, S574• [11FE]

Downing, Patrick, S47• [6JA]

Parker, Antonio, S440• [2FE]

Price, Linda E., S574• [11FE]

Reynolds, Craig, S574• [11FE]

Stanford, Harold, S729• [2MR]

TUCSON, AZ

Bills and resolutions

Crime: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Catalina Foothills High School: tribute to boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

Crime: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Mica Mountain High School: tribute to football team, H140 [8JA]

Salpointe Catholic High School: tribute to girls’ soccer team, H2685 [25MR]

Tanque Verde High School: tribute to boys’ swim team, H726 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Crime: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

TULARE, CA

Remarks in House

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13 [8JA]

TULLY, J. PATRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2104 [10FE]

TUNGSETH, CHRIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2262 [24FE]

TUNISIA, REPUBLIC OF

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

TUNNEL TO TOWERS FOUNDATION

Bills and resolutions

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

TURNER, HARRIET

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S468 [3FE]

TURNER, MICHAEL R. (a Representative from Ohio)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: strengthen mental health workforce (see H.R. 7787), H2419 [4MR]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H1916 [27JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see H.R. 5966), H2623 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H616 [9JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

National Guard: allow Selected Reserve and National Guard members who are also Federal employees choice between military and civilian healthcare plans (see H.R. 3547), H2598 [18MR]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H1950 [2FE]

Tariff: require congressional approval for imposition or alteration of certain tariffs, duties, quotas, or tariff-rate quotas with respect to articles imported into U.S. from NATO ally (see H.R. 7557), H2219 [12FE]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (see H.R. 5616), H2097 [9FE]

Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building, Georgetown, OH: designate (see H.R. 7809), H2420 [4MR]

Remarks

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H739 [14JA]

National Endowment for Democracy: funding, H739 [14JA]

TURNER, SYLVESTER (a former Representative from Texas)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H2214 [12FE], H2454 [5MR]

21st CENTURY WIC ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

21st CENTURY WORKER ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4010), S881 [5MR]

$2.50 FOR AMERICA’S 250TH ACT

Cost Estimates

Provisions (H.R. 5616): CBO, H2049 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 5616), H2048–H2050 [9FE]

——— corrections in engrossment, H2211 [12FE]

Texts of

H.R. 5616, provisions, H2048 [9FE]

TYLER’S LAW see Drugs

TYLERTOWN, MS

Remarks in House

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

U.S. AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION

Bills and resolutions

Abolish (see H.R. 7605), H2233 [20FE]

Terminate (see S. 3748), S377 [29JA]

Remarks in Senate

Funding, S414 [30JA]

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY

Appointments

Board of Visitors, S1016 [11MR]

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

U.S. COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Bills and resolutions

Appropriations: extend and authorize (see S. 3984), S802 [4MR]

U.S. CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS

Bills and resolutions

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see S. Res. 594), S378 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1022), H1915 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (S. Res. 594), S397 [29JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 594, recognize goals of Catholic Schools Week and honor contributions of Catholic schools, S382 [29JA]

U.S. DIGITAL PRIVACY AGENCY

Bills and resolutions

Privacy: establish to enforce user rights and data collection, possession, disclosure, and maintenance obligations by information technology entities relative to privacy of personal information (see H.R. 8014), H2621 [19MR]

U.S. FIRE ADMINISTRATION

Remarks in House

Firefighters: develop comprehensive strategy to improve equipment, training, and staffing standards for firefighter rapid intervention teams, including those teams that respond to port facility fires (H.R. 3370), H2172 [11FE]

U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

District of Columbia: modify treatment under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Public lands: provide opportunity for public notice and comment relative to land protection plans (see H.R. 7348), H2029 [4FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

District of Columbia: modify treatment under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Government regulations: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Native Americans: protect cultural practices and livelihoods of producers of Alaska Native handicrafts and marine mammal ivory products (S. 254), S1039 [12MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

Amendments

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5, S7, S17 [5JA]

Bills and resolutions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Water: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

Mining and mineral resources: include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2353–H2356 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

FEMA: reauthorize National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (S. 320), S5–S10 [5JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 714) (S. Rept. 119–106), S577 [11FE]

——— Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H.R. 755, Critical Mineral Consistency Act, H2353 [3MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 320, FEMA National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program reauthorization, S7–S10 [5JA]

U.S. HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL

Appointments

Members, S557 [10FE]

U.S. INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORP.

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

U.S. LEGAL GOLD AND MINING PARTNERSHIP ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

U.S. MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY

Bills and resolutions

Sports: support athletic programs (see H.R. 6961), H134 [7JA]

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY

Appointments

Board of Visitors, S654 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

Remarks in Senate

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (S. Res. 613), S689 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 613, recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game, S687 [25FE]

U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY

Bills and resolutions

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (S. Res. 613), S689 [25FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 613, recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game, S687 [25FE]

U.S. OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

Amendments

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S688, S689 [25FE]

Bills and resolutions

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

——— support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (see S. Res. 602), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1069), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (S. Res. 602), S689 [25FE]

Reports filed

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 602, support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams in 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, S515 [5FE], S689 [25FE]

U.S. SENTENCING COMMISSION

Bills and resolutions

Courts: authorize to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Federal defender: include as nonvoting member (see S. 4136), S1205 [18MR]

Texts of

S. 3959, Smarter Sentencing Act, S733 [2MR]

U.S. TRACK & FIELD AND CROSS COUNTRY COACHES ASSOCIATION

Remarks in House

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

U.S.-CUBA TRADE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

U.S.-GREECE DEFENSE COOPERATION ADVANCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8019), H2621 [19MR]

U.S.-ISRAEL ANTI-KILLER DRONE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

U.S.-ISRAEL FRAMEWORK FOR UPGRADED TECHNOLOGIES, UNIFIED RESEARCH, AND ENHANCED SECURITY (U.S.-ISRAEL FUTURES) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3855), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7540), H2218 [12FE]

U.S.S. Delaware

Remarks in House

International relations: tribute to Denmark and Greenland for response to crew member medical emergency, H2240 [23FE]

UDO-OKON, JOHN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2177 [11FE]

UINTA BOARD OF COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES #1 (organization)

Lists

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

UINTA COUNTY, WY

Lists

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

UKRAINE

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions

Arms sales: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

International relations: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S547–S550 [10FE]

Remarks in House

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127 [11FE]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H1991 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign aid: security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

International relations: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S68 [7JA], S1035 [12MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

ULLYOT, SKIP

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

ULMAN, YEHORAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H593 [9JA], E42 [14JA]

UMURZOKOV, MUKHAMMAD A.

Remarks in House

Brown University: condemn campus shooting, honor memory of victims, and express condolences to families and friends, H1159 [21JA]

UNANUE, NICOLÁS A.

Remarks in House

Dept. of Education: Presidential Scholar award recipient, E158 [24FE]

UNDERSEA CABLE PROTECTION ACT

Amendments

Enact (H.R. 261): consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 261): consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Motions

Enact (H.R. 261), H2166 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 261), H2161–H2166 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

NOAA: allow work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee, H2165 [11FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 261, Provisions: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 261, provisions, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 261, provisions, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 261, provisions, H2162 [11FE]

UNDERWOOD, LAUREN (a Representative from Illinois)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H719 [13JA]

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H656 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide for wage differential program to support new nursing school faculty members (see H.R. 7279), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: furnish dental care in same manner as any other medical service (see H.R. 210), H894 [14JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2259 [23FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H2033 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see H.R. 8070), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of State: prohibit from charging fee for issuance or reissuance of passport card (see H.R. 7782), H2419 [4MR]

Health care professionals: recognize 2026 as ‘‘The Year of The Power of Nurses’’ in celebration of anniversary of American Nurses Association (see H. Res. 1010), H948 [20JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (H.R. 8070), H2711 [25MR]

Dept. of State: prohibit from charging fee for issuance or reissuance of passport card (H.R. 7782), H2421 [4MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (H.R. 7973), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), H225 [8JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H225 [8JA]

UNDERWOOD, ROBERT A.

Appointments

American Folklife Center Board of Trustees, H801 [14JA]

UNEMPLOYMENT related term(s) Employment

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S295 [27JA], S348, S349, S353, S354, S355 [28JA], S383, S384, S385, S386, S389, S390, S391, S392 [29JA], S411, S412, S413, S414, S415, S416, S421, S422, S423 [30JA], H1297, H1298 [22JA], H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1183 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1958 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions

BLS: report monthly on unemployment data publicly, online, and broken down by race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and industry (see H.R. 7804), H2420 [4MR]

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: terminate unemployment insurance benefit payments and rescind unobligated balances of amounts appropriated for such payments (see S. 3760), S442 [2FE] (see H.R. 7306), H1948 [2FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see S. 4016), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (see H.R. 7148), H947 [20JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (see H. Res. 1014), H1349 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (see H. Res. 1032), H1975 [3FE]

Disabled: allow disabled individuals with terminal illnesses to receive disability insurance benefits without waiting period and prohibit concurrent receipt of disability benefits and unemployment insurance (see S. 3648), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7104), H919 [15JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S287 [27JA], S361 [29JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations, H1353–H1909 [22JA]

Motions

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S281 [27JA], S361 [29JA], S413, S414, S415 [30JA], H1961 [3FE]

Remarks in House

California: allegations of unemployment fraud, H612 [9JA], H1946 [2FE]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1185–H1299, H1335, H1337, H1338 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1177–H1185 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1951–H1960 [3FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1960–H1967 [3FE], E121 [10FE]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, H1298, H1299 [22JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H915 [15JA], H2320 [25FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to economy, H650 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S278, S279 [26JA], S411–S416, S425–S427 [30JA], S432, S440 [2FE], S455 [3FE], S477, S483 [4FE]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S281–S283 [27JA], S301–S307, S309, S311–S334 [28JA], S357–S361, S364, S369–S374 [29JA], S401–S411 [30JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), unanimous-consent agreement, S411 [30JA]

Depts. of Labor, HHS, and Education, and related agencies: prohibit use of earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S413 [30JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1014) (H. Rept. 119–462), H1349 [22JA]

Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1032) (H. Rept. 119–478), H1975 [3FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1014, consideration of H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1177 [22JA]

H. Res. 1032, consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1951 [3FE]

H.R. 7148, Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations, H1193–H1297 [22JA]

UNFUNDED MANDATES ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

UNFUNDED MANDATES REFORM ACT

Bills and resolutions

Federal agencies and departments: provide for regulatory impact analyses for certain rules (see S. 4151), S1367 [19MR]

Reports filed

Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 580) (H. Rept. 119–446), H717 [13JA]

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Bills and resolutions

Political ethics: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

Political ethics: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND

Bills and resolutions

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S1040–S1044 [12MR]

Remarks in Senate

Chagos Islands: proposed reversion to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

Foreign policy and defense spending: assessment, S955 [10MR]

UNITED NATIONS

Amendments

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H795, H797 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H732 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (see H.R. 7006), H654 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (see H. Res. 992), H717 [13JA]

Israel: limit U.S. contributions to U.N. if Israel is illegally expelled (see H.R. 7018), H655 [12JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Cost Estimates

Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act (H.R. 3190): CBO, H2080 [9FE]

Explanations

Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations (H.R. 7006), H811–H891 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (H.R. 3190), H2080, H2081 [9FE]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs: making appropriations (H.R. 7006), H734–H801 [14JA], H908 [15JA], E76 [27JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7006), consideration (H. Res. 992), H728–H734 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

United Kingdom: proposed reversion of Chagos Islands to Mauritius, S437 [2FE], S955 [10MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 7006, Financial Services, General Government, National Security, Dept. of State, and Related Programs Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 992) (H. Rept. 119–445), H717 [13JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 992, consideration of H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H728 [14JA]

H.R. 3190, Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma (BRAVE Burma) Act, H2080 [9FE]

H.R. 7006, financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations, H741–H795 [14JA]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

UNITED WAY

Remarks in House

Seiler, Swann: United Way Woman of the Year award recipient, H664 [13JA]

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

Remarks in House

Anthony, Jordan: U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Bowerman Award recipient, E234 [18MR]

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT MORRILTON

Remarks in House

Jackson, Linda: University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Outstanding Alumna Award recipient, H2045 [9FE]

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA

Remarks in House

Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP): anniversary, E263 [25MR]

UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

Remarks in Senate

University of Michigan Hillel: anniversary, S756 [3MR]

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE

Remarks in House

Gaber, Sharon: Charlotte Business Journal (publication) Business Person of the Year award recipient, E232 [18MR]

UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME

Bills and resolutions

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR] (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (S. Res. 644), S1058 [16MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 644, tribute to Louis L. Holtz, S1058 [16MR]

UNIVERSITY OF OREGON

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H606 [9JA]

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

Remarks in House

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA

Statements

Tribute to Eva Schloss: Doyle Stevick, E21 [9JA]

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to football team, H722 [14JA]

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH

Reports filed

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH RESEARCH PARK ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON

Bills and resolutions

Sports: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Sports: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 578, tribute to men’s soccer team, S118 [8JA]

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania State University: tribute to IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) to raise money for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital Four Diamonds Fund, H2240 [23FE]

UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA

Remarks in House

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

UNSUBSCRIBE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7048), H718 [13JA]

UPWARD MOBILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3583), S49 [6JA] (see H.R. 6949), H11 [6JA]

URANIUM MILL TAILINGS RADIATION CONTROL ACT

Bills and resolutions

Mesa County, CO: extend authorization of uranium waste disposal site until site is filled to designed capacity (see S. 4005), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7811), H2469 [5MR]

URBAN AREAS related term(s) Rural Areas

Amendments

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions

Akron, OH: anniversary of Akron Urban League (see H. Res. 1000), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Education: expand access to developmentally-appropriate materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, especially in underserved communities, and strengthen connection between literacy, academic, and economic success (see S. 4028), S915 [9MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of HUD: require Inspector General to report to Congress on non-compliance of New York City Housing Authority (see H.R. 7107), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Transportation: develop national infrastructure intelligence tool for congestion mitigation (see S. 3906), S651 [24FE]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

——— reauthorize funding for public schools, charter schools, and Opportunity Scholarship Program providing private school vouchers (see S. 3710), S344 [28JA]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (see H.R. 7650), H2258 [23FE]

Medicare: limit geographic reclassification of certain hospitals (see H.R. 7409), H2041 [5FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Letters

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Council of the District of Columbia, H2701 [25MR]

——— Mark A. Collins, Brady United Against Gun Violence (organization), H2702 [25MR]

——— Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia Mayor, H2701 [25MR]

Motions

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2704 [25MR]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, H2091 [9FE]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2698–H2705 [25MR]

——— codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Forest Service: make District of Columbia eligible for certain forestry research grants (H.R. 7650), E155 [23FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H147 [8JA], H648 [12JA], H672, H673, H705–H711 [13JA], H722, H730–H732 [14JA], H908, H909, H910 [15JA], H929 [20JA], H1312–H1317, H1346 [22JA], H1939, H1940, H1945 [2FE], H1992, H2014, H2015, H2016–H2021 [4FE], H2694 [25MR], E121 [10FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects, S663 [25FE]

National STEM Week: establish (S. 1070), S716 [26FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S112 [8JA], S204 [14JA], S247 [15JA], S304–S306, S308–S334 [28JA], S367–S369 [29JA], S411 [30JA], S433 [2FE], S453–S455 [3FE], S476, S478–S480, S484, S493–S495 [4FE], S519–S521 [9FE], S602–S606 [12FE], S908 [9MR], S994 [11MR], S1605 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

——— Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

National STEM Week Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 1070) (S. Rept. 119–110), S608 [12FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 5103, Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act, H2698 [25MR]

S. 1070, National STEM Week Act, S716 [26FE]

URIBE, ANTHONY

Remarks in House

Sacramento, CA: Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year award recipient, H1336 [22JA]

USA BOXING (organization)

Letters

American Boxing Revival Act, H2646 [24MR]

USA TODAY

Remarks in House

Savannah, GA: inclusion of Savannah Christmas Market in USA Today Best Holiday Market list, E7 [7JA]

USDA EXPRESS LOAN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7426), H2094 [9FE]

USMCA TRAVEL AND TOURISM RESILIENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3787), S509 [5FE]

UTAH

Bills and resolutions

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan’’ (see S.J. Res. 109), S802 [4MR] (see H.J. Res. 151), H2420 [4MR]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S675–S677 [25FE]

Remarks in House

Hiatt, Steve: Hill AFB, UT, Community Wingman Award recipient, H1162 [21JA]

Native Americans: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2514–H2516 [16MR]

Thacker, Brian M.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Valdez, Jose: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Wahlen, George E.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Melissa Holyoak To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

University of Utah Research Park Act: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (Senate) (S. 1453) (S. Rept. 119–108), S577 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3073, Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, H2515 [16MR]

Tributes

Lee, Senator, S1003 [11MR]

UTILITIES see Public Utilities

UY, EMELIO

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2638 [24MR]

UZBEKISTAN, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of State: submit to Congress information on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices (see S. Res. 631), S958 [10MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 631, submit Dept. of State information to Congress on Uzbekistan’s human rights practices, S960 [10MR]

VAIL, AZ

Remarks in House

Cienega High School: tribute to marching band, H726 [14JA]

VAKOS, ALEXANDRA

Remarks in House

Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys: Distinguished Assistant of the Year award recipient, H910 [15JA]

VALADAO, DAVID G. (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H949 [20JA]

——— harmonize population threshold for rural communities for Dept. of Agriculture programs (see H.R. 7609), H2233 [20FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see H.R. 7670), H2326 [25FE]

——— suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H1352 [22JA]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2235 [20FE]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish program to develop innovative antimicrobial drugs targeting most challenging pathogens and most threatening infections (see H.R. 7352), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish grant program to provide assistance to local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 2711), H2370 [3MR]

——— establish task force on anti-Sikh hate and discrimination (see H.R. 7100), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2120 [10FE]

Depts. of HHS and State: formulate strategy to secure support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and others to facilitate development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products (see H.R. 7879), H2476 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: require greater transparency for Federal regulatory decisions that impact small businesses (see H.R. 1163), H1173 [21JA]

Grantland Johnson Post Office, Sacramento, CA: designate (see H.R. 2488), H1352 [22JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2334 [26FE]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Medicaid: further require certain additional provider screening (see H.R. 2309), H2229 [17FE]

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2484 [12MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2097 [9FE]

Paul Ignatius Post Office, Glendale, CA: designate (see H.R. 4662), H2236 [20FE]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Taxation: allow portion of general business credit carryforwards to be transferred by certain taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters (see H.R. 7450), H2236 [20FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H2259 [23FE]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: modify description of interest for purposes of certain distributions of antidumping duties and countervailing duties (see H.R. 7373), H2030 [4FE]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Ursula E. Kennedy Post Office Building, Tustin, CA: designate (see H.R. 3350), H894 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (see H.R. 7234), H1350 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (see H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Blue Campaign Certification Program to encourage employers in certain industries to encourage employees to complete training to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking (H.R. 7234), H1351 [22JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (H.R. 7049), H719 [13JA]

Forest Service: provide for long-term Good Neighbor Authority (H.R. 7951), H2530 [16MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H103 [7JA], H1175 [22JA]

Remarks

Atsma family: Tulare, CA, Chamber of Commerce Dairy Family of the Year award recipient, E13• [8JA]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2508 [16MR]

Hall Ambulance Service, Inc.: anniversary, E97• [3FE]

Hanford, CA: tribute to Sierra Pacific High School girls’ basketball team, H2560 [18MR]

Maddy Institute: anniversary, E46• [15JA]

Votes: position on missed, H2392• [4MR]

Tributes

Bryant, Sherry, E197• [9MR]

Campbell, Joseph, E93• [3FE]

Elias, Martha, E32• [13JA]

LaMalfa, Doug, H232 [8JA]

VALDEZ, JOSE

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor: recipient, H2708 [25MR]

VAN DREW, JEFFERSON (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Aviation: restrict air transportation of certain live animals in interstate and foreign commerce to enhance aviation safety, biosecurity, and operational efficiency in civil aviation (see H.R. 7371), H2030 [4FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H1923 [30JA]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

——— provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in medical or dental internship or residency program (see H.R. 2028), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: increase number of permanent faculty in palliative care at allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, and other programs, and promote education in palliative care and hospice (see H.R. 4425), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2484 [12MR]

——— reauthorize and reform counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities and improve transparency, safety, and accountability related to such authorities (see H.R. 5061), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (see H.R. 6475), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2598 [18MR]

——— increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish flag for next of kin of veterans who die by suicide (see H.R. 6022), H1173 [21JA]

——— establish presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of treatment of certain disabilities (see H.R. 1400), H2484 [12MR]

——— increase dollar amounts for payment of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation (see H.R. 6047), H949 [20JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

——— require label of drug intended for human use to identify each ingredient that is, or is derived directly or indirectly from, major food allergen or gluten-containing grain (see H.R. 3821), H2551 [17MR]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H2422 [4MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Flag—U.S.: require American flags displayed on Federal property or procured by Federal agencies to be manufactured completely in U.S. from U.S. materials (see H.R. 1421), H253 [8JA]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see H.R. 7035), H949 [20JA]

GAO: conduct technology assessment focused on liquid-cooling systems for artificial intelligence (AI) compute clusters and high-performance computing facilities (see H.R. 5332), H894 [14JA]

Information technology: hold technology companies accountable for failure to remove child sexual abuse material from their networks and require reports on efforts to keep children safe from online predators (see H.R. 3921), H2032 [4FE]

Insurance: increase penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers for practices that violate balance billing requirements (see H.R. 4710), H2120 [10FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2334 [26FE]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (see H.R. 4317), H253 [8JA]

——— expand availability of medical nutrition therapy services (see H.R. 6199), H1977 [3FE]

——— provide for update to single conversion factor under physician fee schedule that is based on Medicare Economic Index (see H.R. 6160), H2551 [17MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H921 [15JA]

Money: ensure that U.S. currency is treated as legal tender to be accepted as payment for purchases of goods and services at U.S. brick-and-mortar businesses (see H.R. 1138), H2097 [9FE]

Olympic Games: modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations (see H.R. 1028), H1976 [3FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: ensure taxpayer funds for health insurance coverage are available only to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully present (see H.R. 7817), H2470 [5MR]

Power resources: study impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and data center site growth on energy supply resources in U.S. (see H.R. 5227), H13 [6JA]

Social Security: guarantee right of individuals to receive benefits in full with accurate annual cost-of-living adjustment (see H.R. 6079), H2236 [20FE]

Taxation: restore one hundred percent deduction for wagering losses (see H.R. 6985), H1173 [21JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H1977 [3FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (see H.R. 7667), H2296 [24FE]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Labor: exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (see H.R. 7931), H2483 [12MR]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (see H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (H.R. 7667), H2297 [24FE]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (H.R. 7459), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of Labor: exempt from preemption certain State laws related to dental benefits (H.R. 7931), H2484 [12MR]

States: prohibit from imposing charges for purpose of funding Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Energy Efficiency Program (H.R. 7991), H2597 [18MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2407 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2148 [11FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2407 [4MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2148 [11FE]

VAN DUYNE, BETH (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Dept. of Commerce: modify procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders (see H.R. 6446), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Labor: require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H2188 [11FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H1949 [2FE]

——— require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2188 [11FE]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H719 [13JA]

Medicare: provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H719 [13JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Taxation: increase exclusion from gain of sale of principal residence (see H.R. 1340), H2119 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Medicare: modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: impose additional duties on imported goods (see H.R. 6991), H252 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Medicare: modernize payments for ambulatory surgical centers (H.R. 8091), H2711 [25MR]

Taxation: impose additional duties on imported goods (H.R. 6991), H253 [8JA]

Remarks

Bedford, TX: tribute to Bedford Heights School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219• [16MR]

Bilka, Hannah: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2453 [5MR]

Blackmon, Bruce N.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58• [20JA]

Boeding, Todd: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42• [14JA]

Carrollton, TX: tribute to Good Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208• [12MR]

Coppell, TX: tribute to Coppell High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207• [12MR]

Dallas, TX: tribute to H. Grady Spruce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209• [12MR]

——— tribute to Harry C. Withers Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209• [12MR]

——— tribute to Moss Haven Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220• [16MR]

——— tribute to RISD Academy participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218• [16MR]

Delgado, John: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54• [20JA]

Euless, TX: tribute to Arbor Creek Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215• [16MR]

Farmers Branch, TX: tribute to Early College High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208• [12MR]

Garcia, Felix J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31• [13JA]

Grapevine, TX: tribute Grapevine Faith Christian School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212• [12MR]

Griess, Gabriel: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31• [13JA]

Harrison, Kenneth A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42• [14JA]

Hazlewood, Robert: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33• [13JA]

Johnson, Mark A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56• [20JA]

Keller, TX: tribute to Central High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212• [12MR]

Kellogg, Larry: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36• [13JA]

Lockwood, David R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37• [13JA]

Moore, Ronald F.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53• [20JA]

Munson, Don: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37• [13JA]

Myers, Matthew: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57• [20JA]

Newton, Eric L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39• [14JA]

North Richland Hills, TX: tribute to St. John the Apostle Catholic School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212• [12MR]

Palmersheim, James: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40• [14JA]

Pottinger, Kevin: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41• [14JA]

Richardson, TX: tribute to Berkner High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216• [16MR]

——— tribute to J.J. Pearce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210• [12MR]

SBA: extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2491, H2495, H2496 [16MR]

Smits, Mark: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34• [13JA]

Trickett, Cynthia J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55• [20JA]

Williams, James L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41• [14JA]

Williams, Joseph R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39• [14JA]

Tributes

Dearing, K. Todd, E213• [12MR]

Gill, Tim, E230• [18MR]

Johnson, Alisha, E32• [13JA]

VAN EPPS, MATT (a Representative from Tennessee)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members (see H.R. 7745), H2335 [2MR]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H1950 [2FE]

Civil rights: prohibit disparate-impact claims of certain populations seeking rights of action (see H.R. 4448), H2229 [17FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: develop strategy to modernize National Terrorism Advisory System (see H.R. 7448), H2095 [9FE]

——— eliminate Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (see H.R. 1241), H2229 [17FE]

——— eliminate Optional Practical Training Program (see H.R. 2315), H2236 [20FE]

——— support (see H. Res. 1128), H2677 [24MR]

——— transfer National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (see H.R. 7764), H2368 [3MR]

Dept. of State: conduct assessments of risks posed to U.S. by foreign adversaries who utilize generative artificial intelligence (AI) for malicious activities (see H.R. 7058), H1923 [30JA]

——— include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: improve benefits and services for surviving spouses who remarry (see H.R. 1004), H2225 [13FE]

Employment: make E-verify program for employment eligibility confirmation permanent and mandatory (see H.R. 251), H2259 [23FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2259 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

——— incentivize to create savings for American people (see H.R. 5438), H1950 [2FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2623 [19MR]

Foreign aid: prohibit U.S. contributions to U.N. International Organization for Migration (IOM), U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) (see H.R. 1792), H2221 [12FE]

Immigration: clarify classes of individuals born in U.S. who are nationals and citizens of U.S. at birth (see H.R. 569), H2551 [17MR]

——— close loopholes in immigration laws that serve as incentives to aliens to attempt to enter U.S. unlawfully (see H.R. 116), H2530 [16MR]

——— make changes related to family-sponsored immigrants and reduce number of such immigrants (see H.R. 2705), H2236 [20FE]

Members of Congress: constitutional amendment to limit terms (see H.J. Res. 12), H2229 [17FE]

——— prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H1916 [27JA]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H2188 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (H.R. 7932), H2484 [12MR]

Remarks

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248• [20MR]

Tributes

Cook, Christopher, E268• [25MR]

Cook, Richard (Van), E234• [18MR]

Lindeman, Brent, E229• [18MR]

Walker, Charles (Doug), E151• [23FE]

VAN HOLLEN, CHRIS (a Senator from Maryland)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S840 [4MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1218 [18MR], S1395, S1396, S1406, S1408 [19MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S139 [12JA], S162 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S355 [28JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S731 [2MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see S. 136), S959 [10MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S917 [9MR]

Dept. of Defense: restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S553 [10FE]

——— ensure children in schools have right to read (see S. 3365), S763 [3MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

——— provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Interior: reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S554 [10FE]

Disabled: prohibit discrimination on basis of mental or physical disability in cases of anatomical gifts and organ transplants (see S. 1782), S651 [24FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Education: recognize importance of career and technical education (CTE) educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE to prepare students for success and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines (see S. Res. 618), S707 [26FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1616 [25MR]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see S. 2503), S626 [23FE]

FCC: clarify that Commission may not take action against broadcast licensee or any other person on basis of viewpoint (see S. 867), S959 [10MR]

FDA: establish additional authorities regarding conduct of pediatric investigations of molecularly targeted drugs to treat cancer (see S. 3302), S378 [29JA]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Firefighters: mint coins that are emblematic of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout history of U.S. (see S. 4051), S1092 [17MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign Service: raise mandatory retirement age by aligning it with Social Security full retirement age (see S. 4002), S881 [5MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE]

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S959 [10MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S578 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1011 [11MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Medicare: encourage beneficiaries to voluntarily adopt advance directives guiding medical care they receive (see S. 3473), S292 [27JA]

——— improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see S. 1816), S553 [10FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African-American history education programs (see S. 3953), S707 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Social and Emotional Learning Week: designate (see S. Res. 624), S731 [2MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Sports: recognize Army-Navy football game as America’s game (see S. Res. 613), S681 [25FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Taiwan: commend on anniversary of first direct presidential election and express support in preservation of democratic institutions (see S. Res. 657), S1544 [23MR]

Tariff: exempt small business concerns from certian duties imposed by the President and prevent price gouging relative to goods subject to such duties (see S. 4038), S958 [10MR]

——— provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S16 [5JA]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

——— provide rebates to individuals using tariff proceeds (see S. 4093), S1047 [12MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–05—Improper Overdraft Opt-In Practices’’ (see S.J. Res. 130), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Transportation: establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see S. 4178), S1580 [24MR]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Taxation: increase estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes on certain wealthy estates and deposit such revenues in Social Security Trust Fund (see S. 4196), S1614 [25MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S83 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S736 [2MR]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S286 [27JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, S988 [11MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1597 [25MR]

——— U.S. Customs and Border Protection funding, S988 [11MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S314 [28JA], S373 [29JA], S988 [11MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S1023 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1173, S1175 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S201 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S314 [28JA], S373 [29JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S569 [11FE]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (S. 3682), S1175 [18MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S314 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S314 [28JA]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (S. 3904), S653 [24FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S314 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, S1175 [18MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S83 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S736 [2MR], S1175 [18MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S83 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1173, S1175 [18MR]

Tributes

Hann, Nancy, S338 [28JA]

VAN ORDEN, DERRICK (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: increase death gratuity payable upon death of servicemember and provide for annual cost-of-living adjustments to such death gratuity (see H.R. 7932), H2483 [12MR]

——— reimburse uniformed services members for costs to rent vehicle for certain travel to reserve component inactive-duty training or Ready Reserve muster duty (see H.R. 7593), H2228 [17FE]

Bureau of Prisons: provide increased locality pay rates to certain employees whose duty stations are in pay locality designated as ‘‘Rest of U.S.’’ (see H.R. 4008), H2336 [2MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2225 [13FE]

Crime: include rioting in definition of racketeering activity (see H.R. 4620), H2259 [23FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of HHS: advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care (see H.R. 2767), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: ensure passenger security fee is used for aviation security, establish Transportation Security Trust Fund, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7941), H2598 [18MR]

——— establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of HUD: strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H2474 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: carry out grant program to help certain Armed Forces members, veterans, and their spouses, obtain employment in energy industry (see H.R. 4105), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirement to test drivers of commercial motor vehicles for English proficiency (see H.R. 3608), H2473 [5MR]

——— require air carriers to transfer funds to ticket agent for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights within time required to provide refunds to passengers (see H.R. 5556), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H1173 [21JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2330 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: impose limits on excepting positions from competitive service and transferring positions (see H.R. 492), H2477 [9MR]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2333 [26FE]

——— calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2477 [9MR]

——— making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H2370 [3MR]

Forest Service: prohibit administration, implementation, or enforcement of rule entitled ‘‘Law Enforcement; Criminal Prohibitions’’ (see H.R. 6802), H2334 [26FE]

Health: clarify that organ donation surgery qualifies as serious health condition under Family and Medical Leave Act (see H.R. 4582), H2229 [17FE]

——— prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see H.R. 4583), H2229 [17FE]

Immigration: provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers (see H.R. 2729), H2370 [3MR]

Insurance: provide health insurance benefits for outpatient and inpatient items and services relative to congenital anomaly or birth defect (see H.R. 3277), H2370 [3MR]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Labor unions: accelerate workplace time-to-contract under National Labor Relations Act for new unions (see H.R. 5408), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare: assure pharmacy access and choice for beneficiaries (see H.R. 4317), H1173 [21JA]

——— ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D (see H.R. 1227), H2235 [20FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2598 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see H.R. 5106), H13 [6JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2336 [2MR]

Pharmaceuticals: establish special registration under Controlled Substances Act for schedule I eligible investigational drugs under Federal Right To Try law (see H.R. 6434), H656 [12JA]

Religion: prohibit application of Sharia law in U.S. where such application would violate constitutional rights (see H.R. 5512), H2259 [23FE]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

——— modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H2236 [20FE]

SSA: carry out demonstration project relative to disability benefits of blind individuals (see H.R. 1175), H2297 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H135 [7JA]

——— provide for health reimbursement arrangements integrated with individual health insurance coverage (see H.R. 5463), H2474 [5MR]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2473 [5MR]

White House Council on Fathers and Sons: establish (see H.R. 7800), H2419 [4MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1930 [2FE]

——— provide for outreach requirements for training and rehabilitation programs for veterans with service-connected disabilities (H.R. 1793), H1930 [2FE]

VANDEWALKER, IAN

Articles and editorials

Dark Money Hit a Record High of $1.9 Billion in 2024 Federal Races, S207–S209 [14JA]

VanDeWALLE, LOLA

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2490 [16MR]

VanDYKE, BRAYDEN

Remarks in House

Minnesota FFA Winter Leadership Summit: tribute to participation, H105 [7JA]

VANS see Common Carriers

VanWERT, JIM

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2106 [10FE]

VARGAS, JUAN (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2371 [3MR]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2421 [4MR]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Defense Production Act: modernize and reauthorize (see H.R. 7688), H2327 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

——— increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Executive Office of the President: establish individual household disaster mitigation program (see H.R. 1105), H2622 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H1350 [22JA]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H894 [14JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H616 [9JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1950 [2FE]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H719 [13JA]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H13 [6JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2370 [3MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H1173 [21JA]

Tributes

Camarillo, Mateo, H911 [15JA]

Mejia, Michael, H2308 [25FE]

VARNER, DAESIAH

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2685 [25MR]

VASQUEZ, GABE (a Representative from New Mexico)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: provide for floodplain easement restoration and management (see H.R. 7264), H1915 [27JA]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 5168), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Defense: notify TRICARE beneficiaries of required changes in TRICARE enrollment (see H.R. 5586), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2236 [20FE]

——— provide for national awareness and outreach campaign to improve mental health among Hispanic and Latino youth population (see H.R. 6226), H1977 [3FE]

——— revise and extend projects relative to children and violence and provide access to school-based comprehensive mental health programs (see H.R. 5557), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide lawful permanent resident status for certain advanced science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) degree holders (see H.R. 2627), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of HUD: establish program to insure certain second liens secured against property for purpose of financing accessory dwelling unit construction (see H.R. 4568), H925 [16JA]

——— strengthen and standardize ‘‘first look’’ protections for covered properties to ensure families and communities have priority access to foreclosed homes (see H.R. 6962), H1923 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prioritize completion of Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (see H.R. 2877), H2236 [20FE]

Drugs: limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs (see H.R. 2553), H2484 [12MR]

——— prohibit certain uses of xylazine (see H.R. 1266), H13 [6JA]

FBI: establish national strategy for combating scams (see H.R. 6425), H1352 [22JA]

FEMA: address ecosystem restoration projects (see H.R. 6256), H2531 [16MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H2531 [16MR]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2032 [4FE]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

Law enforcement officers: provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers (see H.R. 1269), H13 [6JA]

Medicare: provide for distribution of additional residency positions (see H.R. 4731), H1950 [2FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H1977 [3FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H1949 [2FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2336 [2MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

NSF: establish National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (see H.R. 2385), H925 [16JA]

——— support education and professional development relative to artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 5351), H2484 [12MR]

OMB: review and make certain revisions to Standard Occupational Classification System (see H.R. 637), H2336 [2MR]

Taxation: allow investment credit for certain water reuse projects (see H.R. 2940), H1976 [3FE]

——— establish domestic cotton consumption credit (see H.R. 7230), H1977 [3FE]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H1916 [27JA]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H949 [20JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for medical debt relief (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (see H.R. 7781), H2369 [3MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (see H.R. 7478), H2118 [10FE]

Power resources: include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (see H.R. 7080), H893 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (H.R. 7383), H2032 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish grant program for medical debt relief (H.R. 7478), H2119 [10FE]

Dept. of the Interior: provide that employees of Tribally controlled schools are eligible to receive pension under Federal Employees Retirement System and to participate in Thrift Savings Plan (H.R. 7781), H2370 [3MR]

Medicare: establish certain standards and requirements relative to financial assistance and medical debt collection for participating hospitals (H.R. 7478), H2119 [10FE]

Power resources: include waste energy recovery as source of renewable energy (H.R. 7080), H894 [14JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H1175 [22JA]

Remarks

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to efforts to acquire Greenland from Denmark, H1175 [22JA]

Tributes

Judah, Terri, E131• [11FE]

McCarty, Cody, E45• [15JA]

Torres, Ronnie, E125• [10FE]

VASQUEZ, RENE

Remarks in House

Tribute, E219 [16MR]

VEASEY, MARC A. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H1948 [2FE]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2531 [16MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H895 [14JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: review citizenship and residency eligibility requirements for enlistment of certain aliens in Armed Forces (see H. Res. 994), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2188 [11FE]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2221 [12FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2188 [11FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1352 [22JA]

——— impose hiring freeze on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7392), H2188 [11FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2225 [13FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within Environment and Natural Resources Division (see H.R. 1477), H925 [16JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2188 [11FE]

FCC: provide for transmission of emergency alerts by satellite (see H.R. 7022), H655 [12JA]

FDA: protect individuals’ ability to access approved medications and protect health care providers’ ability to provide such medications (see H.R. 4525), H1923 [30JA]

——— provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H1349 [22JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H655 [12JA]

Foreign Service: mint coin in recognition of anniversary (see H.R. 6126), H2370 [3MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H895 [14JA]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Medicaid: clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered (see H.R. 7118), H919 [15JA]

Medicare: establish definition of essential health system (see H.R. 7145), H924 [16JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1949 [2FE]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H2033 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Sports: prohibit foreign investment relative to name, image, and likeness agreements (see H.R. 7403), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: expand availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations (see H.R. 3105), H1977 [3FE]

TSA: enhance security operations and stabilize transportation security workforce by applying unified personnel system to employees (see H.R. 2086), H2421 [4MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Voting: require State notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1923 [30JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1090), H2333 [26FE]

Remarks

Dallas College Mountain View: tribute to Trinidad (Trini) Garza Early College High School new building opening, E224• [17MR]

Tributes

Bivens, Gyna, H2175 [11FE]

Bizor, Alger B., E227• [17MR]

Hicks, Maryellen, E123• [10FE]

Sanders-Wise, Brenda, E15• [8JA]

VELÁZQUEZ, NYDIA M. (a Representative from New York)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

CDC: reauthorize education campaign to increase young women’s knowledge of breast health and occurrence of breast cancer (see H.R. 4541), H2225 [13FE]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2188 [11FE]

——— carry out program to increase access to prekindergarten through high school computer science education (see H.R. 6591), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of HHS: conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H135 [7JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— end detention and electronic monitoring of immigrants, and redirect funding to community-based wrap around services (see H.R. 7190), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— prohibit use of funds for acquisition or utilizing of, full-body restraints (see H.R. 7709), H2328 [25FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (see H.R. 6644), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

——— extend Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (see H.R. 7128), H1352 [22JA]

——— preserve independent funding for Office of Financial Research, establish minimum staffing levels for Financial Stability Oversight Council, and establish minimum funding levels for such staff (see H.R. 7132), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2298 [24FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H1977 [3FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Law enforcement officers: prohibit Federal law enforcement grant funding to States or local governments that create paywall for access to police body camera footage (see H.R. 7125), H920 [15JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

National Park Service: prohibit entrance fee waivers commemorating birthday of sitting President (see H.R. 7089), H918 [15JA]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

SBA: modify dollar threshold for certain sole source contracts (see H.R. 7154), H947 [20JA]

Taxation: allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2297 [24FE]

——— impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Water: establish trust fund to provide adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure (see H.R. 3376), H2370 [3MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (see H.R. 7855), H2471 [5MR]

Foreign policy: annul Monroe Doctrine and develop ‘‘New Good Neighbor’’ policy to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between U.S. and Latin American and Caribbean neighbors (see H. Res. 1056), H2119 [10FE]

Music in Our Schools Month: designate (see H. Res. 1108), H2472 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (H.J. Res. 153), H2676 [24MR]

Dept. of Education: expand access to school-wide arts and music programs (H.R. 7855), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H930 [20JA]

——— extend Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (S. 3971), H2495, H2496 [16MR]

——— help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H935, H936 [20JA]

——— modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H931 [20JA]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H933, H934 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H932 [20JA]

VENEZUELA, BOLIVARIAN REPUBLIC OF

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: commend U.S. military action in Venezuela (see S. Res. 576), S115 [8JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of State: revoke visas of, and impose visa restrictions on certain individuals located in U.S. and abroad who are associated with regimes in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia (see S. 3641), S220 [14JA]

——— submit to Congress strategy to support democratic transition in Venezuela (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

Foreign countries: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (see H. Res. 987), H655 [12JA]

Foreign policy: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

——— prohibit availability of Federal funds for certain U.S. assertions relative to Venezuela (see H.R. 6980), H251 [8JA]

——— prohibit use of funds for deployment of U.S. military or intelligence personnel for certain purposes (see S. 3595), S89 [7JA]

GAO: conduct audit of U.S. and Venezuela energy deal (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Immigration: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Operation Absolute Resolve: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Power resources: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA] (see H.R. 7038), H717 [13JA]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Foreign countries: denounce Nicolas Maduro’s authoritarian, despotic, and murderous regime and commend President Trump for taking decisive action (H. Res. 987), H650 [12JA]

Intelligence services: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H594 [9JA], H671 [13JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA], H247 [8JA], H607 [9JA], H1991 [4FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Venezuela, H803 [14JA]

——— impeachment, H609 [9JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

Intelligence services: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, S858 [5MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S20, S57 [6JA], S68, S74–S87 [7JA], S105, S108 [8JA], S122 [12JA], S227 [15JA]

Reports filed

U.S. Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3496), S552 [10FE]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

S. 3838, Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act, S579 [11FE]

S. Res. 576, commend U.S. military action in Venezuela, S117 [8JA]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

VENEZUELA DEMOCRATIC TRANSITION STRATEGY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7674), H2326 [25FE]

VENEZUELA OIL PROCEEDS TRANSPARENCY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3838), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7819), H2470 [5MR]

Texts of

S. 3838, provisions, S579 [11FE]

VENEZUELA TPS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (H.R. 3310): consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

VERDERBER, KATIE

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Montana participants, S678 [25FE]

VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

Remarks in Senate

FCC: mandate full compensation from telecommunications providers to customers following service outages, S229 [15JA]

VERMONT

Bills and resolutions

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Essays

State of the Union: Ada Allen, S757 [3MR]

——— Alice Buhendwa, S758 [3MR]

——— Amelia Hill, S759 [3MR]

——— Andrew Walsh, S761 [3MR]

——— Hana Heidebrecht, S759 [3MR]

——— Jumana Nsour, S760 [3MR]

——— Kai Pincus, S760 [3MR]

——— Liam Dickerson, S758 [3MR]

——— Matthew Mallory, S760 [3MR]

——— Max Clegg, S757 [3MR]

——— Piper Buczkowski, S758 [3MR]

——— Quinn Sheldon, S760 [3MR]

——— Quinten Drugach, S758 [3MR]

——— Saralynn Anderson, S756 [3MR]

——— Sophie Hehir, S759 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Olympic Games: tribute to Vermont participants, S678 [25FE]

State of the Union essay contest: tribute to finalists, S758 [3MR]

——— tribute to judges, S757 [3MR]

——— tribute to winners, S756 [3MR]

VERMONT, CAROLYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E233 [18MR]

VERNON, MEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, E113 [9FE]

VERO BEACH, FL

Remarks in House

Vero Beach High School: tribute to career and technical education programs, H2640 [24MR]

VEST, TERRI

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

VETERAN BURIAL BENEFIT CORRECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

VETERAN DATA ACCOUNTABILITY FOR THIRD-PARTY ACTORS (DATA) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

VETERAN TECHNOLOGY EMPLOYMENT SUCCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

VETERANS

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144, S1145 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1968 [3FE]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1605, S1628 [25MR]

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: eliminate recoupment of separation pay from members who subsequently receive veterans disability compensation and limit recoupment of such pay from members who subsequently receive retired or retainer pay (see H.R. 7027), H717 [13JA]

——— expand eligibility of veterans for certain military adaptive sports programs (see S. 4156), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve TRICARE program for retired members of National Guard and Reserve components (see H.R. 7667), H2296 [24FE]

——— prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (see S. 4126), S1090 [17MR]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see S. 3691), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore exemption of veterans from work requirement applicable for participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 7383), H2031 [4FE]

Dept. of Education: authorize grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security and prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers (see S. 3601), S115 [8JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6958), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see S. 3591), S89 [7JA] (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of State: waive passport fees for individuals awarded Purple Heart or Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7398), H2040 [5FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize construction of community-based outpatient clinic in Georgetown, TX, as major medical facility project (see H.R. 7489), H2185 [11FE]

——— authorize provision of produce prescriptions to veterans (see S. 3706), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7267), H1915 [27JA]

——— authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— award grants to develop, implement, and evaluate approaches and methodologies for prospective randomized control trials for neurorehabilitation treatments for chronic mild traumatic brain injury (see H.R. 6993), H615 [9JA]

——— carry out demonstration project on coverage of over-the-counter hearing aids (see S. 3739), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out efforts to inform veterans of their rights relative to receipt of health care, benefits, and services under current law (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA] (see H.R. 7112), H919 [15JA]

——— carry out pilot program to provide grants to outpatient mental health facilities for provision of culturally competent, evidence-based mental health care for veterans (see S. 4137), S1205 [18MR]

——— carry out pilot program to provide market-based rate adjustments to certain providers for qualifying specialized surgical services to veterans under Veterans Community Care Program (see S. 4131), S1205 [18MR]

——— clarify and expand authority of Assistant Sec. for Management (see H.R. 7683), H2327 [25FE]

——— codify requirements for appointment, qualifications, and pay for therapeutic medical physicists (see S. 3771), S489 [4FE]

——— designate medical facilities as innovative therapies centers of excellence (see S. 4031), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

——— eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for certain benefits for homeless veterans and make permanent authority to carry out certain programs for homeless veterans (see H.R. 7149), H947 [20JA]

——— eliminate provisions of veterans educational assistance that disadvantage individuals who choose to pursue programs of apprenticeship or other on-job training instead of four-year college degree (see S. 3993), S802 [4MR]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— establish and maintain database of certified veteran-owned small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses to assist in meeting subcontracting goals (see H.R. 7795), H2419 [4MR]

——— establish investigational research and extended access treatment program utilizing innovative treatments and emerging therapies to address conditions with unmet medical needs (see H.R. 7091), H918 [15JA]

——— establish new national cemetery in Hawaii (see S. 3613), S130 [12JA]

——— establish procurement program to facilitate ability of medical centers to make direct procurements of original artwork from veterans who are patients (see H.R. 7838), H2470 [5MR]

——— establish program to address bowel and bladder care needs for veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (see S. 3647), S256 [15JA]

——— establish program to award grants to certain State entities to expand access to structured outdoor recreation programs for veterans that enhance veteran wellness (see S. 4197), S1614 [25MR]

——— establish secure database and messaging platform to enable veterans to reconnect with other veterans with whom they served (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— expand eligibility for homeless veterans benefits to all veterans and authorize funding for certain homeless prevention programs (see H.R. 7047), H718 [13JA]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die in hospice care (see S. 3898), S650 [24FE]

——— identify and support veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in order to identify appropriate housing options and mental health care (see H.R. 7049), H718 [13JA]

——— improve efficiency of recovery and collection of revenue for Medical Care Collections Fund (see H.R. 8043), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

——— improve provision of services to incarcerated veterans (see S. 4162), S1544 [23MR] (see H.R. 8044), H2674 [24MR]

——— improve schedule for rating disabilities (see S. 4140), S1367 [19MR] (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

——— improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— increase burial and funeral expenses in cases of death from service-connected disability (see S. 4108), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain improvements in process for making payments to automobile sellers for automobiles purchased for certain disabled veterans (see H.R. 7083), H918 [15JA]

——— make opioid overdose rescue medications available to veterans and their caregivers (see S. 3758), S442 [2FE]

——— make permanent authority to provide treatment and rehabilitation for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans (see S. 4043), S958 [10MR]

——— modify maximum guaranty amount of certain guaranteed home loans (see H.R. 7141), H924 [16JA]

——— modify rate of pay for care or services provided under Community Care Program based on location at which such care or services were provided (see H.R. 8057), H2675 [24MR]

——— offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders and increase access to assistive technologies (see S. 3988), S802 [4MR]

——— prohibit from entering into contract pursuant to which contractor may sell sensitive personal information and ensure protection of personal information in certain contracts (see H.R. 7241), H1914 [27JA] (see H.R. 7280), H1920 [30JA]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see S. 4183), S1580 [24MR]

——— provide burial allowance for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care (see H.R. 7199), H1349 [22JA]

——— provide for additional months of entitlement to educational assistance for individuals who serve 20 or more years in Armed Forces (see H.R. 7908), H2482 [12MR]

——— provide for retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma (see H.R. 7976), H2596 [18MR]

——— provide greater opportunities for veterans to pursue education programs involving emerging technologies (see H.R. 7103), H919 [15JA]

——— refund fees for guaranteed housing loans for certain veterans with pending disability claims (see H.R. 7598), H2228 [17FE]

——— repeal certain limitation on receipt of assistance under both Veteran Readiness and Employment program and educational assistance programs (see S. 3818), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7472), H2118 [10FE]

——— report annually to Congress on National Cemetery Administration (see H.R. 7260), H1914 [27JA]

——— report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

——— require call centers to use multi-factor identification to verify identity of callers relative to high-impact veteran or beneficiary actions (see H.R. 7704), H2327 [25FE]

——— require President to define veteran success and develop and implement National Veterans Strategy (see S. 3726), S377 [29JA]

——— require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

——— standardize payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans (see H.R. 6943), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs-Dept. of Defense Joint Executive Committee: assess effectiveness of certain mental health activities (see H.R. 7735), H2332 [26FE]

Depts. of Defense and Veterans Affairs: codify authority for joint medical facility demonstration fund (see S. 3992), S802 [4MR]

——— jointly adopt and use interoperable image-sharing software technology for purpose of sharing medical images and related data at medical facilities (see H.R. 7558), H2219 [12FE]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7194), H1172 [21JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: streamline certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by Dept. of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements (see H.R. 7747), H2335 [2MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Red Star Service Banner: establish as officially recognized service banner (see H.R. 7815), H2469 [5MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

Rodney C. Hamilton Sr., VA Clinic, Lafayette, LA: designate (see S. 3689), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 6963), H134 [7JA]

SBA: establish goal for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans in procurement contracts (see S. 3964), S762 [3MR] (see H.R. 7534), H2218 [12FE]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Siller, Frank: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7175), H1171 [21JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H920 [15JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE] (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Cost Estimates

Move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988): CBO, H1928 [2FE]

Motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Bedford, TX: tribute to Bedford Heights School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E219 [16MR]

Blackmon, Bruce N.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E58 [20JA]

Boeding, Todd: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Carrollton, TX: tribute to Good Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Charlottesville, VA: tribute to Charlottesville Hyperbarics, H2206 [12FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

Coppell, TX: tribute to Coppell High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E207 [12MR]

Dallas, TX: tribute to H. Grady Spruce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Harry C. Withers Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E209 [12MR]

——— tribute to Moss Haven Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E220 [16MR]

——— tribute to RISD Academy participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E218 [16MR]

Davis, Representative Donald G.: legislative accomplishments, H5 [6JA]

Delgado, John: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E54 [20JA]

Dept. of Defense: conduct cost and feasibility study evaluating H. pylori screening for Armed Forces members and veterans, E210 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: approve rehabilitation program for certain veterans with service-connected disabilities that include pursuit of non-degree flight training programs (H.R. 913), H1930 [2FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

——— establish Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer (H.R. 1663), H937–H939 [20JA]

——— extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

——— interim rule relative to determining disability benefit eligibility, H2238 [23FE]

——— make certain improvements to laws relating to payment of certain benefits that are affected by death (H.R. 3123), H1930–H1932 [2FE]

——— make certain improvements to provision of on-campus educational and vocational counseling (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

——— modify criteria for approval of certain independent study programs under educational assistance programs (H.R. 1458), H1933–H1935 [2FE]

——— prohibit requiring evidence of certain dose of radiation to determine that veteran is radiation-exposed veteran (H.R. 4469), H809 [14JA]

——— proposal to cut nurses and medical staff positions, H802 [14JA]

——— provide for outreach requirements for training and rehabilitation programs for veterans with service-connected disabilities (H.R. 1793), H1930 [2FE]

——— reform and enhance pay of Board of Veterans’ Appeals attorneys for recruitment and retention and increase Board decision quality and claims processing speed (H.R. 2303), H936 [20JA]

——— suicide prevention funding, H2376 [4MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), H1967, H1968 [3FE]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA]

Euless, TX: tribute to Arbor Creek Elementary School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E215 [16MR]

Farmers Branch, TX: tribute to Early College School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E208 [12MR]

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

Garcia, Felix J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Grapevine, TX: tribute Grapevine Faith Christian School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Griess, Gabriel: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E31 [13JA]

Hall, Alec: Military Friendly (organization) National Small Business Vetrepreneur of the Year award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

——— National Veteran-Owned Business Association Veteran’s Business Enterprise of the Year Award recipient, H2639 [24MR]

Harrison, Kenneth A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E42 [14JA]

Hazlewood, Robert: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E33 [13JA]

Johnson, Mark A.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E56 [20JA]

Keller, TX: tribute to Central High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Kellogg, Larry: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E36 [13JA]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

Lake, George: Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award recipient, H1984 [4FE]

Lockwood, David R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Marana, AZ: anniversary of Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, E209 [12MR]

Moore, Ronald F.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E53 [20JA]

Munson, Don: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E37 [13JA]

Myers, Matthew: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E57 [20JA]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (H.R. 186), H2708 [25MR]

National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization): move place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL (H.R. 988), H1927–H1929 [2FE]

Newton, Eric L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

North Richland Hills, TX: tribute to St. John the Apostle Catholic School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E212 [12MR]

Ollis, Michael: Medal of Honor recipient, H2427 [5MR]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Palmersheim, James: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E40 [14JA]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Pottinger, Kevin: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Richardson, TX: tribute to Berkner High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E216 [16MR]

——— tribute to J.J. Pearce High School participation in Valentines for Veterans program, E210 [12MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Smits, Mark: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E34 [13JA]

Sweet, Bill: Grand Traverse, MI, Area Veterans Coalition Veteran of the Year award recipient, E224 [17MR]

Tippett, Tracey A.: Michigan Marine of the Year award recipient and Iron Mountain, MI, Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Hall of Heroes inductee, E9 [7JA]

Trickett, Cynthia J.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E55 [20JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to racial relations, H2087 [9FE]

Veterans Health Administration: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Warrenton, VA: opening of Puller Veterans Care Center, H618 [12JA]

Williams, James L.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

Williams, Joseph R.: Texas 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Babbitt, Ashli: address ineligibility for military funeral honors (S. 4126), S1146 [17MR], S1161 [18MR]

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (S. 3793), S511 [5FE]

Dept. of HUD: exclude service-connected disability compensation when determining whether person is of low and moderate income, low income, or moderate income (H.R. 224), S52 [6JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

——— disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (S. 4164), S1560 [23MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment—motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

Dockery, Kareem N.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7194), S767 [3MR]

Dover AFB, DE: tribute to dignified transfer ceremony for fallen servicemembers, S907 [9MR], S1083 [17MR]

Hollins, Penrose: Order of the First State award recipient, S955 [10MR]

Income: expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), S744–S747 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay or combat-related compensation with service-connected disability benefits (S. 1032), unanimous-consent request, S745, S746 [3MR]

Library of Congress: tribute to Veterans History Project participants, S1311 [19MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: authorize location of commemorative work on National Mall in District of Columbia (S. 858), S1604, S1605 [25MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

Reports filed

Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (Senate) (S. 1441) (S. Rept. 119–113), S650 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 658, establish Veterans Health Administration qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, H1932 [2FE]

H.R. 980, Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act, H1929 [2FE]

H.R. 988, move National Woman’s Relief Corps (organization) place of incorporation and domicile to Illinois and move principal office to Murphysboro, IL, H1927 [2FE]

H.R. 1458, Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act, H1933 [2FE]

H.R. 1663, Veterans Scam And Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act, H937 [20JA]

H.R. 3377, award Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., H1967 [3FE]

H.R. 7194, award Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery, H1968 [3FE]

H.R. 7211, award Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley, H1967 [3FE]

S. 858, National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, S1605 [25MR]

S. 3706, Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act, S292 [27JA]

S. 4164, technical corrections to S. 1071, disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX, S1560 [23MR]

S. Con. Res. 27, U.S. Army Nurse Corps anniversary, S614 [12FE]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

VETERANS ACCESS TO RESOURCES IN THE WORKPLACE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6960), H134 [7JA]

VETERANS ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 1383), S1067, S1096, S1097, S1098, S1099, S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1125, S1132, S1133, S1134, S1136, S1137, S1138, S1140, S1141, S1142, S1143, S1144 [17MR], S1212, S1213, S1214, S1217, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1228, S1229, S1230, S1231, S1232, S1233, S1234, S1235, S1236, S1237, S1238, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1251, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1275, S1276, S1277, S1278, S1279, S1283, S1284, S1285, S1288, S1291, S1303, S1304, S1305, S1306 [18MR], S1383, S1384, S1385, S1388, S1389, S1390, S1391, S1395, S1396, S1404, S1405, S1406, S1407, S1408, S1410 [19MR], S1445, S1446, S1447, S1448, S1450, S1451, S1452, S1453, S1455, S1456, S1457 [20MR], S1484 [21MR], S1547, S1548, S1549, S1550, S1557, S1558, S1559 [23MR], S1569, S1570, S1583, S1584 [24MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Enact (S. 1383): consideration (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

Cloture motions

Enact (S. 1383), S1465, S1466 [21MR], S1569 [24MR]

——— House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

Enact (S. 1383), S1055 [16MR], S1067 [17MR], S1348, S1357 [19MR], S1570 [24MR], H2149 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 1383), H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1383): House amendment, S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1495, S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1589–S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— House amendment, motion to refer, S1569 [24MR]

VETERANS’ ADMINISTRATION see Department of Veterans Affairs

VETERANS’ BENEFITS IMPROVEMENTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

VETERANS’ BENEFITS PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8066), H2675 [24MR]

VETERANS’ BILL OF RIGHTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3653), S256 [15JA]

VETERANS EDUCATION AND TECHNICAL SKILLS (VETS) OPPORTUNITY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1458), H1933–H1935 [2FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1458, provisions, H1933 [2FE]

VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: require that sterile processing technicians of Veterans Health Administration hold appropriate professional certification (see H.R. 8052), H2675 [24MR]

Remarks in House

Health care professionals: establish qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision (H.R. 658), H1932, H1933 [2FE]

Texts of

H.R. 658, establish Veterans Health Administration qualifications for appointment of person as marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, H1932 [2FE]

VETERANS HEALTH CARE AND BENEFITS IMPROVEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve temporary licensure requirements for contract health care professionals who perform medical disability examinations (see S. 3703), S290 [27JA]

VETERANS LAW JUDGE EXPERIENCE ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 659), H936, H937 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 659, provisions, H936 [20JA]

VETERANS READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT IMPROVEMENT ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 980), H1929, H1930 [2FE]

Texts of

H.R. 980, provisions, H1929 [2FE]

VETERANS READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1793), H1930 [2FE]

VETERANS SCAM AND FRAUD EVASION (VSAFE) ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 1663), H937–H939 [20JA]

Texts of

H.R. 1663, provisions, H937 [20JA]

VETS CONNECT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7176), H1171 [21JA]

VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES (J.D. Vance)

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE]

Appointments

Commission on Civil Rights, S689 [25FE], S715 [26FE]

Commission on the National Defense Strategy for the U.S., S1146 [17MR]

Committee to escort the President, H2287 [24FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Reform Commission, S914 [9MR]

Reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S574 [11FE]

U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, S1016 [11MR]

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, S557 [10FE]

U.S. Military Academy Board of Visitors, S654 [24FE]

Certificates of appointment

Senate: Alan Armstrong, S1568 [24MR]

Discharge petitions signed

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents’’ (S.J. Res. 99), S1579 [24MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S608 [12FE]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 139), S1366 [19MR]

IRS: disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1366 [19MR]

Messages

Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE]

Adjusting Imports of Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Their Derivative Products Into the U.S.: President Trump, S575 [11FE]

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual U.S. Goods Trade Deficit: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Burma: President Trump, S488 [4FE]

National Emergency Relative to Energy: President Trump, S159 [13JA]

National Emergency Relative to Iran: President Trump, S761 [3MR]

National Emergency Relative to Russia: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities: President Trump, S1611 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to South Sudan: President Trump, S1612 [25MR]

National Emergency Relative to U.S. Southern Border and Cartels and Other Transnational Organizations: President Trump, S159 [13JA]

Oaths of office

Armstrong, Alan: Senate, S1568 [24MR]

Remarks in House relative to

Toledo, OH: evaluation of visit, H1343 [22JA]

Resignations

Senate: Senator Mullin, S1559 [23MR]

VICE PRESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES

Bills and resolutions

Government: ban certain Government officials from trading event contracts (see S. 4017), S881 [5MR]

——— modify reporting value categories for financial disclosure reports required by federally elected and senior Federal officials (see S. 3827), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7508), H2186 [11FE]

——— prohibit Federal elected and senior Federal officials from trading on prediction markets (see H.R. 8076), H2710 [25MR]

——— require new ethics obligations and restrict stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and spouses or dependent children (see H.R. 7852), H2471 [5MR]

Political ethics: require President and Vice President to disclose financial interests and divest of any financial interest posing potential conflict of interest (see H.R. 7207), H1349 [22JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by the President or Vice President, H2703 [25MR]

Investments: prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, and their spouses and dependents (H.R. 6731), H2124 [11FE]

Vance, Vice President: evaluation of visit to Toledo, OH, H1343 [22JA]

Remarks in Senate

Government: ban stock trading by Members of Congress, President, Vice President, Supreme Court Justices, certain FRS officials, and spouses or dependent children (S. 2877), S206 [14JA]

Voting: require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

VICENTE, MARIETTA P.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E253 [24MR]

VICKSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK BOUNDARY MODIFICATION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

Texts of

H.R. 4467, provisions, H2509 [16MR]

VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT

Remarks in House

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623–H626 [12JA], H728 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Justice: Crime Victims Fund funding, S719 [2MR]

Texts of

H.R. 909, Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, H623 [12JA]

VIETNAM, SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

Saigon Broadcasting Television Network: anniversary, E170 [26FE]

Vietnamese New Year: observance, H2204 [12FE]

Reports filed

Nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara To Be Ambassador to Vietnam: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

VIETNAMESE AMERICANS

Remarks in House

Vietnamese New Year: observance, H2204 [12FE]

VIETNAMESE CONFLICT related term(s) War

Bills and resolutions

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (see S. 3781), S489 [4FE]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (see H.R. 7211), H1349 [22JA]

Sergeant Staret J. Engleston Memorial Post Office Building, Martville, NY: designate (see H.R. 7410), H2041 [5FE]

Remarks in House

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), H1967 [3FE]

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), H1967 [3FE]

Thacker, Brian M.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Capers, James, Jr.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 3377), S767 [3MR]

Ripley, John W.: award Medal of Honor (H.R. 7211), S767 [3MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3377, award Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., H1967 [3FE]

H.R. 7211, award Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley, H1967 [3FE]

VIGIL, MARIO

Remarks in House

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

VILK, LUCAS

Remarks in House

Quarryville, PA: tribute to Solanco High School participants in Interaction of Ionizing Radiation With Matter University Research Alliance (IIRM-URA) Student Drone Challenge, E13 [8JA]

VINATIERI, ADAM

Remarks in House

Pro Football Hall of Fame: inductee, E122 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Pro Football Hall of Fame: inductee, S674 [25FE]

VINDMAN, EUGENE (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: ensure affordable abortion coverage for every woman (see H.R. 4611), H2236 [20FE]

——— revise regulations banning mailing or receiving of drugs, instruments, equipment, and educational materials relative to medication abortions (see H.R. 2029), H2221 [12FE]

Agriculture: provide for economic assistance to agricultural producers (see H.R. 7206), H1349 [22JA]

AID and Dept. of State: require establishment and publication of procedures relative to disposal of residual inventory upon termination or completion of programs, projects, or activities (see H.R. 7307), H2098 [9FE]

Animals: oppose use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats (see H. Res. 985), H615 [9JA]

——— prohibit captivity of mink (see H.R. 6513), H136 [7JA]

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H2334 [26FE]

——— reduce number of duty statuses for members of Reserve components (see H.R. 6976), H2712 [25MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H2097 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2236 [20FE]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2236 [20FE]

Courts: prohibit exclusion of individuals from service on Federal jury due to disability and age (see H.R. 5096), H1977 [3FE]

Crime: reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relative to claims for Dept. of Veterans Affairs benefits (see H.R. 1732), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: allow retirees of Experience Services Program to serve as mentors for conservation interns (see H.R. 7914), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand eligibility for direct loans to those that hold certain percent interest and that are or will become bona fide operators of farm real estate acquired, improved, or supported with farm loans (see H.R. 6779), H136 [7JA]

——— improve connections with national and homeland security agencies (see H.R. 7153), H2097 [9FE]

——— make adjustments to environmental quality incentives program (see H.R. 4133), H1173 [21JA]

——— reauthorize grants and fellowships for food and agricultural sciences education (see H.R. 7913), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

——— establish pilot program to provide certain Armed Forces members with timely and relevant information via text message (see H.R. 6490), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H1949 [2FE]

——— ensure that graduate and professional students have same annual and aggregate limits for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans (see H.R. 6574), H2370 [3MR]

——— expand eligibility of historically Black college or universities and predominantly Black institutions for certain graduate-level science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education grants (see H.R. 7341), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2221 [12FE]

——— provide for percentage of student loan forgiveness for public service employment (see H.R. 6284), H2598 [18MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see H.R. 6677), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on using highway rights-of-way and rail rights-of-way as locations on which to construct high-voltage transmission infrastructure (see H.R. 7405), H2598 [18MR]

——— require States to consider measures that limit amount of retail utility rate increases utility company can request to once every 365 days (see H.R. 5141), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: conduct study and report to Congress on neonatal abstinence syndrome (see H.R. 6220), H13 [6JA]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H656 [12JA]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H656 [12JA]

——— establish or expand and operate programs using network of public and private community entities to provide mentoring for children in foster care (see H.R. 4769), H2677 [24MR]

——— expand, and repeal certain changes to, drug price negotiation program, apply drug inflation rebates to commercial market, and establish out-of-pocket limits on drugs under private health insurance (see H.R. 6166), H2097 [9FE]

——— improve detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers (see H.R. 1902), H2711 [25MR]

——— promote child care and early learning (see H.R. 4418), H2677 [24MR]

——— publish physical activity recommendations (see H.R. 6121), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2531 [16MR]

——— prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to carry out any civil immigration enforcement activities to detain or deport U.S. citizens (see H.R. 4456), H2097 [9FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public-facing enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 4667), H2097 [9FE]

——— require all immigration enforcement officers to wear and operate body camera during public-facing immigration enforcement actions and promote transparency and accountability (see H.R. 5653), H2097 [9FE]

——— require Science and Technology Directorate to work with DEA to develop greater capacity to detect, identify, and disrupt illicit substances, such as nitazenes, in very low concentrations (see H.R. 8022), H2621 [19MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H2098 [9FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HUD: amend definition of homelessness used to verify eligibility for homeless assistance programs to meet needs of homeless families and honor assessments and priorities of local communities (see H.R. 6403), H2188 [11FE]

——— conduct review of FHA construction financing programs (see H.R. 6270), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of Justice: establish competitive grant program for local and State entities to assist in hiring, retaining, and training prosecutors and staff (see H.R. 6666), H656 [12JA]

——— establish grant program to encourage schools to conduct independent facility security risk assessments and make hard security improvements (see H.R. 6683), H2097 [9FE]

——— redirect Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding to Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) programs for local law enforcement recruiting (see H.R. 7163), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish competitive grant to support youth mentoring programs, provide for social and emotional learning, skill development, career exploration, work-based learning, and other youth workforce opportunities (see H.R. 811), H2259 [23FE]

——— issue occupational safety and health rule that requires covered health care and social service employers to adopt comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan (see H.R. 2531), H719 [13JA]

——— prohibit work by children in tobacco-related agriculture by deeming such employment as particularly hazardous oppressive child labor (see H.R. 3335), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of State: establish new educational exchange program to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 7021), H2097 [9FE]

——— submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H1173 [21JA]

Dept. of the Interior: establish Urban Bird Treaty Program (see H.R. 3276), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see H.R. 7354), H2598 [18MR]

——— establish creditworthiness standards for residential and mix-use development projects to be eligible for certain funding to finance construction of affordable housing (see H.R. 6228), H2422 [4MR]

——— extend authorization for certain alternative fuel and clean vehicles to use high occupancy vehicle (HOV) facilities (see H.R. 4948), H656 [12JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

——— furnish certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans (see H.R. 4509), H2259 [23FE]

——— provide abortion care, counseling, and related services and medication to certain individuals who receive health care through Dept. (see H.R. 4876), H656 [12JA]

——— provide annual increase in stipend for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs under Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 1965), H656 [12JA]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see H.J. Res. 122), H2188 [11FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2598 [18MR]

——— safeguard rights of workers and protect children by responsibly increasing civil monetary penalties and other means (see H.R. 6597), H895 [14JA]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2598 [18MR]

FDA: provide for regulation of cannabinoid hemp products (see H.R. 7212), H2188 [11FE]

——— strengthen regulation of compounding pharmacies and outsourcing facilities (see H.R. 6509), H1923 [30JA]

Federal agencies and departments: improve access to Federal services by individuals with limited English proficiency (see H.R. 7223), H2120 [10FE]

——— provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

FERC: establish additional Federal standards that require electric and gas utilities to transmit to consumers information regarding consumption of electric energy or gas (see H.R. 1412), H2598 [18MR]

——— prohibit covered utilities from recovering covered expenses from ratepayers (see H.R. 4785), H2598 [18MR]

Financial institutions: expand homeownership access (see H.R. 7647), H2422 [4MR]

Firearms: ban assault weapons, bump stocks, high-capacity ammunition magazines, and devices designed to evade assault weapons ban, and ensure right to keep and bear arms is not unlimited (see H.R. 3115), H2188 [11FE]

——— establish Federal requirements for safe storage, penalties for violations, and incentives for States to establish similar requirements (see H.R. 1564), H2119 [10FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2297 [24FE]

FTC: codify negative option rule making it easier for consumers to cancel subscription-based services (see H.R. 4819), H2097 [9FE]

——— conduct study with CDC on social media use by teenagers and issue report and policy recommendations (see H.R. 6290), H136 [7JA]

——— submit report on industry efforts to promote online safety for minors (see H.R. 6499), H13 [6JA]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

——— study and report to Congress on costs and benefits that could be associated with establishing Federal uniform residential building code (see H.R. 6772), H2259 [23FE]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see H.R. 7004), H615 [9JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H1977 [3FE]

Immigration: rescind Executive actions suspending issuance of visas to nationals of certain countries, prohibit religious discrimination, and limit Presidential authority to suspend or restrict entry of class of aliens (see H.R. 924), H2188 [11FE]

Individuals With Disabilities Education Act: authorizing appropriations (see H.R. 2598), H2677 [24MR]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H949 [20JA]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2474 [5MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicare: ensure appropriate payment of certain algorithm-based healthcare services (see H.R. 6197), H1916 [27JA]

——— expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

——— expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see H.R. 6280), H616 [9JA]

——— provide outreach and education to beneficiaries to simplify access to information for family caregivers through 1–800–MEDICARE (see H.R. 6735), H136 [7JA]

Minimum wage: increase (see H.R. 2743), H2370 [3MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2371 [3MR]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H2422 [4MR]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H656 [12JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2422 [4MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: restore certain energy-related provisions as in effect prior to enactment (see H.R. 5862), H719 [13JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2598 [18MR]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H2097 [9FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H2097 [9FE]

Runaway and Homeless Youth Act: reauthorize and amend (see H.R. 3856), H1923 [30JA]

Russia: designate as state sponsor of terrorism (see H.R. 5797), H13 [6JA]

Schools: reduce losses of life through better school safety standards and responses (see H.R. 6809), H2623 [19MR]

Taxation: establish energy burden credit (see H.R. 7044), H2334 [26FE]

——— establish refundable tax credit for residential energy expenditures (see H.R. 6758), H2097 [9FE]

——— make employers of spouses of military personnel eligible for work opportunity credit (see H.R. 2033), H2598 [18MR]

——— provide incentives and assistance to reduce cost of housing, energy, transportation, childcare, education, and health care, and to increase salaries (see H.R. 6900), H657 [12JA]

——— reform low-income housing credit (see H.R. 2725), H2330 [25FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7736), H2677 [24MR]

Ukraine: express that Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933 (Holodomor) should serve as reminder of repressive Soviet policies against people of Ukraine (see H. Res. 915), H136 [7JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see H.R. 7038), H1173 [21JA]

Voting: require States to permit individuals to register to vote in Federal elections on same date as election (see H.R. 5906), H719 [13JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H13 [6JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (see H.R. 7587), H2224 [13FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (see H.R. 8067), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Agriculture: modify U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (H.R. 7587), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program to collect data relative to sickle cell disease in U.S. (H.R. 8067), H2676 [24MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2452 [5MR]

Jenkins Donelson Foundation: anniversary, E125• [10FE]

King George, VA: Gardening Gays Farm recipient of King George Best of the Best Awards, E144• [20FE]

Prince William County, VA: tribute to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Martin Luther King, Jr., Youth Oratorical Contest, E56• [20JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2452 [5MR]

Vakos, Alexandra: Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys Distinguished Assistant of the Year award recipient, H910 [15JA]

Tributes

Foster, Scott, H2608 [19MR]

Hinckley, George, H231 [8JA]

King, Candi Mundon, E96• [3FE]

Lein, Terry, E159• [24FE]

McKie, Laura, E192• [5MR]

Rabourdin, Marc, H2016 [4FE]

Rao, Anand, H606 [9JA]

Wright-Sheldrick, Donna, E178• [3MR]

VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Remarks in House

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

VIOLENT INSURRECTION RECIDIVIST ENHANCEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 6953), H12 [6JA]

VIRGIN ISLANDS

Remarks in House

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

Crucian-Rican Tramp and Big Breakfast: anniversary, H148 [8JA]

Virgin Islands History Month: observance, H2343 [3MR]

Reports filed

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6472, Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act, H2366 [3MR]

VIRGINIA

Bills and resolutions

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Sweet Briar College: anniversary (see H. Res. 1053), H2119 [10FE]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143 [20FE]

Dept. of the Interior: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

1st Congressional District: community projects funding, H2100 [10FE]

Gloucester, VA: tribute to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital inclusion in Chartis Center for Rural Health Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals list, E207 [12MR]

House of Representatives: moment of silence for victims of shooting at Old Dominion University, H2547 [17MR]

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

Manassas, VA: anniversary of Flower Gallery (business), H2490 [16MR]

Miller, Jordyn: NASCAR Youth Series Heavy Honda Dirt National Championship winner, H2684 [25MR]

Reston, VA: tribute to South Lakes High School girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, E242 [19MR]

Salem, VA: tribute to Glenvar High School boys’ cross country team, H2099 [10FE]

Vakos, Alexandra: Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys Distinguished Assistant of the Year award recipient, H910 [15JA]

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA): anniversary, E108 [4FE]

Warrenton, VA: Fauquier Hospital recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

Winchester, VA: tribute to James Wood High School girls’ volleyball team, H2099 [10FE]

Wise County, VA: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49 [16JA]

WRVA–Radio (Richmond, VA): anniversary, E202 [9MR]

Remarks in Senate

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

——— honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (S. Res. 593), S364, S397 [29JA]

Reports filed

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

S. Res. 593, honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons, S381 [29JA]

VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF COMMONWEALTH’S ATTORNEYS

Remarks in House

Vakos, Alexandra: Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys Distinguished Assistant of the Year award recipient, H910 [15JA]

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

Bills and resolutions

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Remarks in House

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

VIRGINIA HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE HALL OF FAME

Remarks in House

Ingerson, Mark: Virginia High School League Hall of Fame inductee, H2099 [10FE]

VIRGINIA HOSPITAL & HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION (VHHA)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E108 [4FE]

VIRGINIA’S LAW see Courts

VISIT SAVANNAH (organization)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2414 [4MR]

VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS see Firefighters

VOLUNTEER WORKERS related term(s) Community Service

Bills and resolutions

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (see S. 4068), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7910), H2482 [12MR]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Taxation: provide exclusion from gross income for AmeriCorps educational awards (see H.R. 7878), H2476 [9MR]

Remarks in House

Crag Rats (organization): anniversary, E182 [3MR]

Fullerton, CA: anniversary of East Fullerton Little League, H2190 [12FE]

Lampton, Ellen: National Service Honor award recipient, H2103 [10FE]

Lima, OH: tribute to Lima Noon Optimist Club youth appreciation honorees, E97 [3FE]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (H. Res. 1002), H1992 [4FE]

Peace Corps: anniversary, E244 [19MR], E255 [24MR]

——— award Congressional Gold Medal to Peace Corps volunteers (H.R. 5521), E255 [24MR]

Rotary International: tribute to efforts to eradicate polio, H1129 [21JA]

Shriner, Jesse: Alexandria Volunteer Fire Co., recipient of President’s Award, Chief’s Award, and Firefighter of the Year Award, H2487 [16MR]

Taulton, Rose: Southern Arizona Volunteer Management Association Volunteer of the Year award recipient, H2176 [11FE]

West Haverstraw, NY: anniversary of S.W. Johnson Fire Dept., H725 [14JA]

Remarks in Senate

Corp. for National and Community Service: establish AmeriCorps Administration to carry out and expand national and volunteer service programs (S. 4068), S1048 [12MR]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

VOLYANSKAYA, INNA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

VOTE BY MAIL TRACKING ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

VOTER EMPOWERMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR]

VOTES IN HOUSE related term(s) House of Representatives

Recorded

Accrued Veterans Benefits Act (H.R. 3123): enact, H1937 [2FE]

Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (Affordable HOMES) Act (H.R. 5184): consideration (H. Res. 977), H122 [7JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 977), previous question, H121 [7JA]

——— enact, H603 [9JA]

AGOA Extension Act (H.R. 6500): enact, H646 [12JA]

AI for Mainstreet Act (H.R. 5764): enact, H940 [20JA]

American Water Stewardship Act (H.R. 6422): enact, H2665 [24MR]

Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38): remove, H2449 [5MR]

Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68): remove, H1334 [22JA]

Bill To Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals (BOWOW) Act (H.R. 4638): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2547 [17MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), previous question, H2546 [17MR]

——— enact, H2605 [19MR]

BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140): consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1139 [21JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1009), previous question, H1138 [21JA]

——— disapprove, H1156 [21JA]

Breaking the Gridlock Act (H.R. 1834): consideration (H. Res. 780), H213 [8JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 780), Jeffries motion to discharge, H123 [7JA]

——— enact, H226 [8JA]

Constitutional amendment to require balanced budget (H.J. Res. 139): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2547 [17MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), previous question, H2546 [17MR]

——— propose for ratification, H2583 [18MR]

Counting of calendar days for purposes of certain resolutions of inquiry addressed to heads of executive departments (H. Res. 1131): suspend, H2697 [25MR]

——— suspend, previous question, H2696 [25MR]

Counting of calendar days in House for purposes of National Emergencies Act relative to joint resolution terminating national emergency declaration instituting tariffs (H. Res. 1042): suspend, H2116 [10FE]

——— suspend, previous question, H2115 [10FE]

Critical Mineral Dominance Act (H.R. 4090): consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1960 [3FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1032), previous question, H1959 [3FE]

——— enact, H2009 [4FE]

——— Leger Fernandez motion to recommit (prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern), H2009 [4FE]

Defending American Property Abroad Act (H.R. 7084): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2697 [25MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1131), previous question, H2696 [25MR]

Deporting Fraudsters Act (H.R. 1958): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2547 [17MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), previous question, H2546 [17MR]

——— enact, H2582 [18MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations (H.R. 7147): consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1185 [22JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1014), Foxx amendment (repeal certain provisions relating to notification to Senate offices regarding legal process on disclosure of Senate data), H1184 [22JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1014), previous question, H1183 [22JA]

——— making, H1330 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations (H.R. 7744): consideration (H. Res. 1095), H2389 [4MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1095), previous question, H2388 [4MR]

——— DeLauro motion to recommit, H2450 [5MR]

——— making, H2450 [5MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations (H.R. 6938): consideration (H. Res. 977), H122 [7JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 977), previous question, H121 [7JA]

——— making, H210 [8JA]

——— retain Division A, H209 [8JA]

——— retain Divisions B and C, H210 [8JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations (H.R. 7148): consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1185 [22JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1014), previous question, H1183 [22JA]

——— consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), H1960 [3FE]

——— consideration of Senate amendments (H. Res. 1032), previous question, H1959 [3FE]

——— making, H1332 [22JA]

——— Massie amendment (prohibit funding to implement advanced impaired driving technology motor vehicle safety standard), H1331 [22JA]

——— Norman amendment (prohibit earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending), H1331 [22JA]

——— Senate amendments, H1967 [3FE]

District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142): consideration (H. Res. 1032), H1960 [3FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1032), previous question, H1959 [3FE]

——— disapprove, H2010 [4FE]

Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act (H.R. 4626): consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2278 [24FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1075), previous question, H2278 [24FE]

Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act (H.R. 2270): consideration (H. Res. 988), H677 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), previous question, H676 [13JA]

——— Lee of Pennsylvania motion to recommit, H693 [13JA]

Financial services, general Government, national security, Dept. of State, and related programs appropriations (H.R. 7006): consideration (H. Res. 992), H733 [14JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 992), previous question, H733 [14JA]

——— Crane amendment (National Endowment for Democracy funding), H799 [14JA]

——— making, H800 [14JA]

——— Roy amendment (reduce District of Columbia courts and judges’ staff funding), H799 [14JA]

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act (H.R. 131): override veto, H212 [8JA]

Flexibility for Workers Education Act (H.R. 2262): consideration (H. Res. 988), H677 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), previous question, H676 [13JA]

——— enact, H693 [13JA]

——— Norcross motion to recommit, H692 [13JA]

Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R. 6504): enact, H647 [12JA]

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act (H.R. 4758): Castor motion to recommit, H2305 [25FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1075), H2278 [24FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1075), previous question, H2278 [24FE]

——— enact, H2306 [25FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): enact, H2082 [9FE]

Incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area of Everglades National Park and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504): override veto, H211 [8JA]

Information Quality Assurance Act (H.R. 6329): enact, H2276 [24FE]

Iran as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099): reaffirm, H2448 [5MR]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189): consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2116 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), previous question, H2115 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2138 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), previous question, H2137 [11FE]

——— enact, H2204 [12FE]

Main Street Parity Act (H.R. 5763): enact, H939 [20JA]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act (H.R. 5103): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2697 [25MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1131), previous question, H2696 [25MR]

——— enact, H2705 [25MR]

——— McClellan motion to recommit (prohibit donations for projects to alter any public buildings used by President or Vice President), H2704 [25MR]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act (H.R. 4294): enact, H2545 [17MR]

National emergency declared by President to institute tariffs relative to influx of illegal aliens and illicit drugs from Canada (H.J. Res. 72): terminate, H2169 [11FE]

Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act (H.R. 8029): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2697 [25MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1131), previous question, H2696 [25MR]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act (H.R. 6359): Bonamici motion to recommit, H1333 [22JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1139 [21JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1009), previous question, H1138 [21JA]

——— enact, H1333 [22JA]

Preserve and publicly release Committee on Ethics (House) records of review of violations or alleged violations pertaining to acts of sexual harassment (H. Res. 1072): Garbarino motion to refer, H2391 [4MR]

Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act (H.R. 1531): enact, H2083 [9FE]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act (H.R. 556): consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2547 [17MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1115), previous question, H2546 [17MR]

——— Dingell motion to recommit (ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities), H2581 [18MR]

——— enact, H2582 [18MR]

Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act (H.R. 2988): consideration (H. Res. 988), H677 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), previous question, H676 [13JA]

——— enact, H907 [15JA]

——— Huizenga amendment (require GAO report comparing brokerage window accounts with defined contribution plans), H904 [15JA]

——— Kaptur motion to recommit (restore benefits guaranteed in certain pension plans for retirees following company bankruptcy), H906 [15JA]

Remote Access Security Act (H.R. 2683): enact, H645 [12JA]

Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act (S. 2503): enact, H2277 [24FE]

Rural Domestic Energy Council (H. Res. 375): adopt (H. Res. 1014), H1185 [22JA]

——— adopt (H. Res. 1014), previous question, H1183 [22JA]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act (S. 1383): consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2138 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), previous question, H2137 [11FE]

——— enact, H2171 [11FE]

——— Morelle motion to commit (prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security), H2171 [11FE]

Same-day consideration of resolutions allowing consideration of certain legislation (H. Res. 1057): allow, H2138 [11FE]

——— allow, previous question, H2137 [11FE]

Save Local Business Act (H.R. 4366): consideration (H. Res. 988), H677 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), previous question, H676 [13JA]

Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act (H.R. 4593): consideration (H. Res. 977), H122 [7JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 977), previous question, H121 [7JA]

——— enact, H695 [13JA]

——— Riley motion to recommit, H695 [13JA]

Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act (H.R. 3617): consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2116 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), previous question, H2115 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2138 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), previous question, H2137 [11FE]

——— enact, H2168 [11FE]

——— Landsman motion to recommit (require Dept. of Energy certification that imposed tariffs are not increasing costs and not disrupting supply chain for critical minerals), H2167 [11FE]

Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act (S. 3971): enact, H2545 [17MR]

Support Dept. of Homeland Security (H. Res. 1128): consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2697 [25MR]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1131), previous question, H2696 [25MR]

Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act (H.R. 6945): consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1139 [21JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1009), previous question, H1138 [21JA]

——— enact, H1156 [21JA]

——— Moore of Wisconsin motion to recommit, H1155 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act (H.R. 6472): enact, H2390 [4MR]

Tipped Employee Protection Act (H.R. 2312): Budzinski motion to recommit, H694 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), H677 [13JA]

——— consideration (H. Res. 988), previous question, H676 [13JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act (S. 723): enact, H2390 [4MR]

Undersea Cable Protection Act (H.R. 261): Carbajal motion to recommit (allow work if project is compatible with purpose of sanctuary, allows public comment, requires liability insurance, and pays fair market access fee), H2169 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2116 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1042), previous question, H2115 [10FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2138 [11FE]

——— consideration (H. Res. 1057), previous question, H2137 [11FE]

——— enact, H2170 [11FE]

Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act (H.R. 980): enact, H1936 [2FE]

Remarks in House

Correction: Boebert, H213 [8JA]

——— Carson, E45 [15JA]

——— Crawford, E202 [9MR]

——— Davids, E68 [22JA]

——— Houlahan, H2583 [18MR]

——— Johnson, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’, Jr., E49 [16JA]

——— Lee, Susie, H604 [9JA]

——— Meuser, E71 [23JA], E169 [26FE]

——— Norcross, E152 [23FE]

——— Perez, H2583 [18MR]

——— Stefanik, E71 [23JA]

Position on missed: Allen, H1960 [3FE], H2171 [11FE]

——— Auchincloss, E164 [25FE], E260 [24MR]

——— Baird, E9 [7JA], E15 [8JA], E170 [26FE], E231 [18MR]

——— Balderson, H2584 [18MR]

——— Barr, H2169 [11FE]

——— Barragan, E105 [4FE]

——— Bell, H1938 [2FE], H2287 [24FE]

——— Bonamici, H2392 [4MR]

——— Brecheen, E243 [19MR]

——— Carey, E241 [19MR]

——— Carter, Earl L. ‘‘Buddy’’, H2277 [24FE]

——— Casar, E31 [13JA], E61 [21JA]

——— Castor, E116 [9FE]

——— Ciscomani, H2082 [9FE]

——— Conaway, E42 [14JA], E75 [27JA], E164 [25FE]

——— Correa, H2277 [24FE], E230 [18MR]

——— Crenshaw, E103 [4FE]

——— DeLauro, H604 [9JA]

——— DeSaulnier, H1960 [3FE]

——— Dexter, E24 [12JA]

——— Diaz-Balart, E232 [18MR]

——— Feenstra, E95 [3FE]

——— Foster, E122 [10FE]

——— Garamendi, E111 [5FE]

——— Garcia, Sylvia R., H2392 [4MR]

——— Goldman, Daniel S., H647 [12JA], H2204 [12FE], H2666 [24MR]

——— Gomez, H2083 [9FE], H2277 [24FE]

——— Graves, H647 [12JA], H2083 [9FE]

——— Grijalva, H2010 [4FE]

——— Haridopolos, H2286 [24FE]

——— Higgins, H2450 [5MR]

——— Hill, E32 [13JA], E63 [21JA]

——— Himes, E32 [13JA]

——— Hinson, H647 [12JA]

——— Houlahan, E122 [10FE]

——— Huizenga, H940 [20JA]

——— Jayapal, H2450 [5MR], E61 [21JA]

——— Kim, H2286 [24FE]

——— LaHood, E267 [25MR]

——— Landsman, E101 [4FE]

——— Langworthy, H604 [9JA], H1938 [2FE]

——— Larson, E67 [22JA]

——— Latimer, E240 [19MR]

——— Lawler, H940 [20JA]

——— Lee, Susie, H1960 [3FE]

——— Mackenzie, H940 [20JA]

——— Magaziner, E171 [2MR]

——— Menefee, H2010 [4FE]

——— Miller, Carol D., H1330 [22JA]

——— Moore, Tim, H733 [14JA]

——— Morelle, E87 [2FE]

——— Moulton, E135 [12FE], E193 [5MR]

——— Murphy, E9 [7JA], E71 [23JA]

——— Nadler, H2287 [24FE], H2306 [25FE]

——— Pelosi, E127 [11FE]

——— Perry, H2138 [11FE]

——— Pettersen, E33 [13JA], E55 [20JA], E122 [10FE]

——— Pocan, E62 [21JA]

——— Ramirez, E61 [21JA]

——— Roy, H2277 [24FE]

——— Rutherford, E23, E25, E28 [12JA]

——— Scholten, H940 [20JA], H2083 [9FE], H2666 [24MR], E31 [13JA]

——— Shreve, H940 [20JA]

——— Smith, Adam, E124 [10FE], E193 [5MR]

——— Spartz, H2277 [24FE]

——— Stansbury, H677 [13JA], H2277 [24FE]

——— Stefanik, H1157 [21JA], H1185 [22JA], H2083 [9FE], H2279 [24FE]

——— Stutzman, H1938 [2FE]

——— Sykes, E41 [14JA], E134 [12FE], E188 [4MR]

——— Tenney, H2277 [24FE]

——— Thompson, Glenn, H801 [14JA]

——— Timmons, H2277 [24FE]

——— Titus, H2083 [9FE], H2279, H2286 [24FE], H2306 [25FE]

——— Tokuda, H2666 [24MR]

——— Tonko, H1960 [3FE]

——— Trahan, H2279 [24FE]

——— Valadao, H2392 [4MR]

——— Wagner, E61 [21JA]

——— Wasserman Schultz, H940 [20JA], E230 [18MR]

——— Webster, E8 [7JA]

——— Williams, Roger, H647 [12JA]

——— Wilson, Joe, H1960 [3FE]

——— Womack, H604 [9JA], H647 [12JA], H907 [15JA], H940 [20JA], H1139, H1157 [21JA]

VOTES IN SENATE related term(s) Senate

Recorded

Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104): motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116): motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118): motion to discharge, S1195 [18MR]

Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98): motion to discharge, S100 [8JA]

——— Risch point of order on Kaine motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84): motion to proceed, S152 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security appropriations (H.R. 7147): cloture motion on motion to proceed, S593 [12FE], S641 [24FE], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1599 [25MR]

——— cloture on motion to proceed, S871 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103): motion to proceed, S1609 [25MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations (H.R. 6938): cloture motion, S230 [15JA]

——— cloture motion on motion to proceed, S128 [12JA]

——— enact, S248 [15JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation appropriations (H.R. 7148): cloture motion on motion to proceed, S361 [29JA]

——— Collins motion to table Lee amendment (prohibit use of earmarks for certain congressionally directed spending), S413 [30JA]

——— Coons motion to table Lee amendment (U.S. African Development Foundation funding), S414 [30JA]

——— making, S416 [30JA]

——— Merkley motion to waive Budget Act relative to Merkley amendment (ban use of pocket rescissions), S416 [30JA]

——— Murray motion to table Scott of Florida amendment (New Immigrant Community Empowerment Inc., funding), S414 [30JA]

——— Paul amendment (Administration for Children and Families refugee and entrant assistance funding), S412 [30JA]

——— Sanders amendment (rescind certain U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding and transfer to Medicaid), S415 [30JA]

District of Columbia actions relative to decoupling tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142): disapprove, S593 [12FE]

——— motion to proceed, S571 [11FE]

EPA rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86): motion to proceed, S74 [7JA]

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act (H.R. 4626): enact, H2286 [24FE]

——— Suozzi motion to recommit (certify that revoking existing energy standards will not negatively impact consumers), H2285 [24FE]

Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644): cloture motion, S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— cloture motion on motion to proceed, S728 [2MR]

——— enact, S1024 [12MR]

——— motion to proceed, S773 [4MR]

——— Scott of South Carolina amendment (substitute), S1004 [11MR]

IRS rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95): motion to proceed, S543 [10FE]

IRS rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107): motion to proceed, S1599 [25MR]

Legislative session: Thune motion to proceed, S1568 [24MR]

Nomination of Aaron C. Peterson to be district judge: cloture motion, S452 [3FE]

——— confirmed, S480 [4FE]

Nomination of Alexander C. Van Hook to be district judge: confirmed, S108 [8JA]

Nomination of Anna St. John to be district judge: cloture motion, S1065 [17MR]

——— confirmed, S1066 [17MR]

Nomination of Brian C. Lea to be district judge: cloture motion, S486 [4FE]

——— confirmed, S503 [5FE]

Nomination of Colin McDonald to be Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement Division: cloture motion, S1542 [23MR]

——— confirmed, S1567 [24MR]

Nomination of Daniel E. Burrows to be Assistant Attorney General for Office of Legal Policy: cloture motion, S528 [9FE]

——— confirmed, S542 [10FE]

Nomination of David C. Fowlkes to be district judge: cloture motion, S437 [2FE]

——— confirmed, S450 [3FE]

Nomination of John DeLeeuw to NTSB: cloture motion, S666 [25FE]

——— confirmed, S667 [25FE]

Nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: cloture motion, S941 [9MR]

——— confirmed, S951 [10MR]

Nomination of Joshua Simmons to be CIA General Counsel: confirmed, S23 [6JA]

Nomination of Justin R. Olson to be district judge: cloture motion, S504 [5FE]

——— confirmed, S506 [5FE]

Nomination of Keith Bass to be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Health Affairs: confirmed, S18 [5JA]

Nomination of Megan Blair Benton to be district judge: cloture motion, S481 [4FE]

——— confirmed, S486 [4FE]

Nomination of Nicholas J. Ganjei to be district judge: cloture motion, S451 [3FE]

——— confirmed, S451 [3FE]

Nomination of Ryan McCormack to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy: cloture motion, S697 [26FE]

——— confirmed, S702 [26FE]

Nomination of Sara Bailey to be Office of National Drug Control Policy Director: confirmed, S24 [6JA]

Nomination of Senator Mullin to be Sec. of Homeland Security: cloture motion, S1506 [22MR]

——— confirmed, S1542 [23MR]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act (S. 3627): cloture motion on motion to proceed, S287 [27JA]

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act (S. 1383): cloture motion on Schumer motion to suspend rules (continuing appropriations for TSA essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown), S1466 [21MR]

——— cloture motion on Tuberville amendment (for compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth), S1465 [21MR]

——— lay House amendment (substitute) before Senate, S1066 [17MR]

——— Thune motion to table motion to refer, S1568 [24MR]

——— Thune motion to table Schumer amendment (making continuing appropriations for essential TSA pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown), S1568 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Position on missed: Bennet, S756 [3MR]

——— Blunt Rochester, S46 [6JA]

——— Gallego, S1578 [24MR]

——— Klobuchar, S530 [9FE], S1542 [23MR]

——— Luján, S550 [10FE]

——— Peters, S375 [29JA]

VOTING

Articles and editorials

Despite Grand Claims, a New Report Shows Noncitizen Voting Hasn’t Materialized, H2126 [11FE]

Election Fact Check—Noncitizens Can’t Vote, and Instances Are ‘Vanishingly Rare’, H2125 [11FE]

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

Massachusetts Jury Convicts Illegal Immigrant of Identity Theft, Stealing Benefits, Voter Fraud, H2132 [11FE]

Noncitizens Don’t Illegally Vote in Detectable Numbers, H2126 [11FE]

Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False—We Can Prove It, H2127 [11FE]

Unpacking Myths About Noncitizen Voting—How Heritage Foundation’s Own Data Proves It’s Not a Problem, H2127 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Bondi, Attorney General: impeach (see H. Res. 1105), H2420 [4MR] (see H. Res. 1119), H2550 [17MR]

Civil liberties: modernize voter registration, promote access to voting for disabled individuals, and protect right to vote (see S. 4203), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8078), H2710 [25MR]

Constitutional amendments: ensure that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections (see H.J. Res. 152), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: expand Urban Areas Security Initiative grant eligibility criteria to promote cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and advance election security protections (see S. 3920), S681 [25FE]

Elections: prevent election interference (see H.R. 7750), H2336 [2MR]

——— prohibit State from distributing unsolicited ballots for voting by mail in any Federal election (see H.R. 7874), H2476 [9MR]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds for administration of elections for Federal office in States that permit ballot harvesting (see H.R. 7356), H2030 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of funds to order Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or other domestic election locations (see H.R. 7626), H2234 [20FE]

——— promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 3752), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7296), H1921 [30JA]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (see S. 4155), S1367 [19MR]

FEC: convert program of public financing of Presidential election campaigns to program of providing grants to States for enhancing security of election systems (see H.R. 7418), H2094 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Minnesota: prohibit provision of Federal election assistance funds to State until certain reporting requirements pertaining to voting are satisfied (see H.R. 7320), H1948 [2FE]

Postal Service: require mail-in ballots to use barcode service (see H.R. 7265), H1915 [27JA]

States: require notification of voters of polling place changes and make reasonable accommodations to voters who go to previously assigned voting locations (see H.R. 7182), H1171 [21JA]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (see S. Res. 605), S578 [11FE] (see H. Res. 1062), H2219 [12FE]

Letters

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Colorado resident, S1354, S1355 [19MR]

——— Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Sec. of State, S1475 [21MR]

Remarks in House

Abbott, Greg: condemn actions as Texas Governor to delay election for Representative for new 18th Congressional District, H2213 [12FE]

California: proposed ballot measure to impose one-time tax on assets held by individuals and trusts valued over one billion dollars, H915 [15JA]

Elections: prevent election interference (H.R. 7750), H2453 [5MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2122–H2136, H2138–H2149, H2173 [11FE], H2670 [24MR], H2683, H2707 [25MR], E138 [13FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 22), H710, H712 [13JA]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2025 [4FE], H2044 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2462 [5MR], H2639 [24MR]

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

Privacy: prohibit transfer of personal data to Dept. of Homeland Security relative to efforts to require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2149 [11FE]

Selma, AL: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

States: impact of partisan redistricting and gerrymandering, H2212 [12FE]

Texas: condemn congressional redistricting ordered by President Trump (H. Res. 650), H2213 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Democracy: importance of participation in elections, S452 [3FE]

——— improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Democratic Party: national agenda, S541 [10FE]

Discrimination: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

Elections: prohibit Federal funding to deploy Federal law enforcement or military personnel to polling places or election offices for purpose of voter intimidation or election interference, S598 [12FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S433 [2FE], S572 [11FE], S597–S601 [12FE], S632 [24FE], S669 [25FE], S701 [26FE], S910 [9MR], S947 [10MR], S971, S1005 [11MR], S1018 [12MR], S1053–S1055 [16MR], S1060–S1063, S1065–S1082, S1083–S1088, S1146–S1158 [17MR], S1159–S1167, S1170–S1177, S1179–S1185, S1189, S1195–S1202, S1307–S1310 [18MR], S1311–S1317, S1320–S1322, S1324–S1326, S1329–S1355, S1411–S1418 [19MR], S1419–S1421, S1423, S1427–S1441 [20MR], S1461–S1472, S1474–S1480, S1484–S1493 [21MR], S1496, S1509–S1512, S1514–S1516 [22MR], S1526, S1530, S1532, S1533, S1535–S1541 [23MR], S1561–S1564, S1568–S1570, S1587 [24MR], S1591, S1593, S1606, S1629, S1638–S1644 [25MR]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), S521–S523 [9FE]

——— require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (S. 3752), S452 [3FE]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot, S1562, S1563 [24MR], S1590, S1593 [25MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), S1348–S1351, S1415 [19MR]

——— require voters to provide photo identification as condition of casting ballot (S. 4155), unanimous-consent request, S1349–S1351 [19MR]

FBI: operations in Fulton County, GA, to seize 2020 Presidential election ballots, S561 [11FE]

Trump, President: denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), S571, S572 [11FE]

——— denounce statements that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections (S. Res. 605), unanimous-consent request, S572 [11FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to elections and voting, S1477–S1480 [21MR]

——— remarks relative to nationalizing elections, S448 [3FE]

Reports filed

Consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Texts of

H. Res. 1057, consideration of S. 1383, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, H2121 [11FE]

S. Res. 605, denounce statements by President Trump that he may nationalize, commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections, S581 [11FE]

VOTING RIGHTS ACT

Remarks in House

Greenwood, MS: tribute to Greenwood Voters League, E218 [16MR]

Selma, AL: commemorate anniversary of Bloody Sunday and role it played in ensuring passage of Voting Rights Act, H2376 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Democracy: improve access to voting and protect election integrity, reform political campaign finance system, and prevent partisan manipulation of redistricting process, S209 [14JA]

Voting: revise criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to more stringent review of changes to voting laws or procedures (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

VOTING RIGHTS ADVANCEMENT ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 2523), S1176 [18MR]

VYBZ KARTEL (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Vybz Kartel (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E175 [3MR]

WADE, OSCAR L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E88 [2FE]

WADSWORTH, RALPH L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E14 [8JA]

WAGES see Income

WAGNER, ANN (a Representative from Missouri)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Chuck Stone Post Office, St. Louis, MO: designate (see H.R. 7746), H2485 [12MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: require exhaustion of administrative remedies for certain Americans With Disabilities Act claims relative to website or mobile app compliance (see H.R. 7328), H2485 [12MR]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firefighters: drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating development of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances-free turnout gear (see H.R. 3184), H1923 [30JA]

FTC: require manufacturers of motor vehicles to provide motor vehicle owners with access to and use of motor vehicle data of motor vehicles (see H.R. 6687), H136 [7JA]

Gateway Arch National Park: revise boundary (see H.R. 7864), H2475 [9MR]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2598 [18MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2097 [9FE]

Power resources: prohibit States and local governments from prohibiting or limiting energy service based on type or source of energy to be delivered (see H.R. 3699), H1923 [30JA]

Taxation: exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see H.R. 2547), H2551 [17MR]

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Defense: anniversary of first flight of F/A–18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, MO (see H. Res. 983), H252 [8JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Justice: temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (H.R. 909), H623, H626 [12JA]

Votes: position on missed, E61• [21JA]

WAGNER, DENNIS

Remarks in House

Tribute, E116 [9FE]

WAHLEN, GEORGE E.

Remarks in House

Medal of Honor: recipient, H2708 [25MR]

WAITERS, KANG YOP PAK

Remarks in House

Tribute, E191 [5MR]

WAITLEY, RICK

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S88 [7JA]

WALBERG, TIM (a Representative from Michigan)

Amendments

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2451 [5MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Energy: assign energy emergency and energy security functions, including responsibilities relative to infrastructure and cybersecurity, to assistant secretary (see H.R. 7258), H1914 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H922 [15JA]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1921 [30JA]

Firearms: enhance penalties for certain thefts of firearms from Federal firearms licensee (see H.R. 1773), H2297 [24FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2598 [18MR]

Medicare: provide coverage of pharmacist-administered tests for common respiratory illnesses, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), strep throat, and coronavirus (see H.R. 3164), H2477 [9MR]

Michigan: tribute to Olympics and Paralympics participants (see H. Res. 1070), H2258 [23FE]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Native Americans: provide for advancements in public safety services to Indian communities (see H.R. 4712), H2225 [13FE]

New York, NY: mint coins in commemoration of 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. and support programs at National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 1993), H2032 [4FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H921 [15JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (see H.R. 7638), H2234 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (see H.R. 7893), H2481 [12MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Crime: ensure due process of law in civil forfeiture proceedings (H.R. 7638), H2235 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: improve process for verification of Social Security numbers required to be provided for Federal student aid (H.R. 7893), H2483 [12MR]

Lists

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1329 [22JA]

Remarks

Colleges and universities: provide for in-State tuition rates for certain residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and U.S. Virgin Islands (H.R. 6472), H2366, H2367 [3MR]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325, H1326, H1327, H1329 [22JA]

Dept. of Labor: exclude child and dependent care services and payments from rate used to compute overtime compensation (H.R. 2270), H681, H682, H683, H684 [13JA]

——— revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H685, H687, H690 [13JA]

——— train personnel to effectively detect and assist law enforcement in preventing human trafficking during course of their primary roles and responsibilities (H.R. 4307), H2363, H2364 [3MR]

Dept. of the Interior: clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2363 [3MR]

Education: recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), H2364, H2365 [3MR]

——— recognize students who have completed secondary school education in home school setting as high school graduates (H.R. 6392), correction in engrossment, H2451 [5MR]

Employment: exclude voluntary skills training and educational opportunities for career advancement from hours worked (H.R. 2262), H677, H678, H679, H680 [13JA]

Pensions: specify requirements concerning consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors in investment decisions (H.R. 2988), H897, H899, H900, H902, H903 [15JA]

Sports: establish requirements for unified boxing organizations and further enhance well-being of professional boxers (H.R. 4624), H2641, H2643, H2647 [24MR]

Reports filed

Accreditation for College Excellence Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2516) (H. Rept. 119–444), H717 [13JA]

American Boxing Revival Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4624) (H. Rept. 119–524), H2325 [25FE]

Balance the Scales Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2958) (H. Rept. 119–504), H2233 [20FE]

College Financial Aid Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6502) (H. Rept. 119–460), H1170 [21JA]

Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3495) (H. Rept. 119–494), H2185 [11FE]

Employee Benefit Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2869) (H. Rept. 119–491), H2117 [10FE]

Empower Charter School Educators To Lead Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 3453) (H. Rept. 119–443), H716 [13JA]

Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 4307) (H. Rept. 119–507), H2233 [20FE]

Ensuring Workers Get PAID Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2299) (H. Rept. 119–539), H2368 [3MR]

Homeschool Graduation Recognition Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6392) (H. Rept. 119–492), H2117 [10FE]

Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act: Committee on Education and the Workforce (House) (H.R. 2844) (H. Rept. 119–538), H2368 [3MR]

Modern Worker Empowerment Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1319) (H. Rept. 119–505), H2233 [20FE]

Modern Worker Security Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1320) (H. Rept. 119–506), H2233 [20FE]

Parental Rights Over the Education and Care of Their (PROTECT) Kids Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2616) (H. Rept. 119–441), H716 [13JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Retire Through Ownership Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 5169) (H. Rept. 119–448), H892 [14JA]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Student Financial Clarity Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6498) (H. Rept. 119–461), H1170 [21JA]

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6472) (H. Rept. 119–495), H2185 [11FE]

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 1723) (H. Rept. 119–458), H923 [16JA]

Working Families Flexibility Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

Tributes

Martin, Nathan, H2683 [25MR]

Peacock, Brian, E103• [4FE]

Struth, Samuel, E209• [12MR]

WALES see United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

WALKER, CHARLES (DOUG)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E151 [23FE]

WALKER, DAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E95 [3FE]

WALKER, DARRELL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H594 [9JA]

WALKER, JAMES (DR. DADDIO)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E119 [9FE]

WALKER, RION

Remarks in House

Washington: 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

WALKER, SCOTT

Articles and editorials

Michael Reagan Was More Than the Gipper’s Son, E19 [9JA]

WALKER COUNTY, TX

Remarks in House

Walker County Sheriff’s Office: tribute to law enforcement officers, H1126 [21JA]

WALKINSHAW, JAMES R. (a Representative from Virginia)

Appointments

Congressional-Executive Commission on China, H801 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: ensure affordable abortion coverage for every woman (see H.R. 4611), H2236 [20FE]

Arlington National Cemetery: redesignate Robert E. Lee Memorial as ‘‘Arlington House National Historic Site’’ (see H.J. Res. 63), H2623 [19MR]

Armed Forces: provide for coverage of assisted reproductive technology services under TRICARE program (see H.R. 6797), H719 [13JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see H. Con. Res. 38), H2259 [23FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H253 [8JA]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Business and industry: prohibit employers from terminating employee group health plan coverage while employer is engaged in lock-out or employee is engaged in lawful strike (see H.R. 3532), H2370 [3MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Contraceptives: protect ability to access contraceptives and engage in contraception and protect health care provider ability to provide contraceptives, contraception, and related information (see H.R. 999), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 1229), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: collect and report information on treatment of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate course credits at institutions of higher education (see H.R. 6973), H134 [7JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2371 [3MR]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out National Headache Disorders Initiative and establish Advisory Council on Headache Disorders Research, Care, and Services (see H.R. 5536), H2370 [3MR]

——— carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2370 [3MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see H.R. 1189), H2330 [25FE]

——— promote child care and early learning (see H.R. 4418), H2370 [3MR]

——— reauthorize Project ECHO Grant Program and establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias (see H.R. 3747), H2330 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H719 [13JA]

——— establish Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency program to promote cybersecurity field to disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 6429), H2334 [26FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2598 [18MR]

——— require policy on use of force and deescalation by law enforcement officers (see H.R. 7119), H925 [16JA]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of State: ban foreigners who have committed gross violations of internationally recognized human rights against LGBTQI+ individuals from entering U.S. (see H.R. 6151), H2120 [10FE]

——— establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: instruct U.S. executive directors at international financial institutions to advocate opposition to projects that make use of forced labor (see H.R. 7516), H2330 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2298 [24FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2188 [11FE]

Federal employees: provide that civilian service as temporary employee after certain date may be creditable service under Federal Employees Retirement System (see H.R. 1522), H1173 [21JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H2297 [24FE]

——— provide victims of gun violence access to same civil remedies available to those injured through other means and ensure gun industry is not shielded from liability when negligent (see H.R. 3740), H2677 [24MR]

——— require background check for every firearm sale (see H.R. 18), H2676 [24MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see H.R. 7507), H2186 [11FE]

Head Start Awareness Month: observance (see H.J. Res. 132), H136 [7JA]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2484 [12MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H656 [12JA]

——— make certain improvements relative to coordination of efforts to promote Internet freedom and access to information (see H.R. 7380), H2188 [11FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Law enforcement: hold accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies (see H.R. 5361), H2677 [24MR]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see H.R. 2487), H2119 [10FE]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H1923 [30JA]

——— prohibit implementation of Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model (see H.R. 5940), H13 [6JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H2677 [24MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: ensure appropriate approval for certain skilled nursing facility and nursing facility nursing aide training and competency evaluation programs (see H.R. 7096), H1977 [3FE]

NIH: provide for further comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms at National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (see H.R. 2678), H2330 [25FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

OMB: amend time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds (see H.R. 7283), H1920 [30JA]

——— establish Office of the Inspector General (see H.R. 2221), H2330 [25FE]

Peace Corps: award Congressional Gold Medal to Peace Corps volunteers (see H.R. 5521), H2330 [25FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Postal Service: ensure it remains independent establishment of Federal Government and is not subject to privatization (see H. Res. 70), H1173 [21JA]

——— facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H253 [8JA]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 7039), H717 [13JA]

Scouting America Day: designate (see H. Res. 1041), H2041 [5FE]

Tariff: eliminate authority to impose certain import surcharges to address balance of payments deficits (see H.R. 2459), H2330 [25FE]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 4740), H719 [13JA]

Technology: promote 21st century workforce, authorize grants to support emerging and advanced technology education, and support training and quality employment in industries most impacted by artificial intelligence (AI) (see H.R. 6621), H2551 [17MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers (see H. Res. 116), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2330 [25FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (see H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (see H.R. 7643), H2257 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H1948 [2FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see H.R. 7480), H2118 [10FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (see H.R. 7600), H2228 [17FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Defense: prohibit reduction in number of personnel assigned to duty with service review agency and submit report regarding consideration of reviews and appeals of post-traumatic stress related discharges or dismissals (H.R. 7952), H2530 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve manner to calculate average employment rate of veterans participating in VET TEC high technology program (H.R. 7643), H2258 [23FE]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (H.R. 7322), H1949 [2FE]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (H.R. 7480), H2119 [10FE]

Postal Service: modify procedures for negotiating pay and benefits of supervisory and other managerial personnel (H.R. 7600), H2229 [17FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2379 [4MR]

District of Columbia: codify Executive order entitled ‘‘Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful’’ (H.R. 5103), H2700, H2701, H2702, H2703 [25MR]

National Court Reporting and Captioning Week: observance, E98• [3FE]

Reston, VA: tribute to South Lakes High School girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, E242• [19MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2379 [4MR]

Tributes

Meyer, David E. (Elliot), H620 [12JA]

WALL STREET JOURNAL

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, E114 [9FE]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

WALL STREET REFORM AND CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT

Bills and resolutions

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Cost Estimates

Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act (H.R. 3682): CBO, H2076 [9FE]

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Treasury: improve transparency of Financial Stability Oversight Council and improve systemically important financial institution (SIFI) designation process (H.R. 3682), H2074–H2076 [9FE]

Texts of

H.R. 3682, Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act, H2074 [9FE]

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E193 [5MR]

WALLA WALLA, WA

Remarks in House

Walla Walla High School: tribute to 1984 girls’ basketball team, H1981 [4FE]

WALLER, RALPH (BUTCH)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1927 [2FE]

WALLS-THUMMA, ROBERT

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

WALSH, ANDREW

Essays

State of the Union, S761 [3MR]

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest finalists, S758 [3MR]

WALTERBORO, SC

Obituaries

Hipp, Van D., E157 [24FE]

WALTERS, SALLY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E89 [2FE]

WALZ, TIMOTHY J. (Governor of Minnesota)

Articles and editorials

Mass Deportation by the Numbers—ICE Arrests Are Growing But Fewer Have a Criminal History, S311 [28JA]

Un-American Assault on Minnesota—Federal Officials Are Lying. My State’s Corrections Department Honors All Immigration Detainers, S310 [28JA]

WAR related term(s) Korean War; Persian Gulf Conflict; Vietnamese Conflict; World War II

Addresses

State of the Union: President Trump, S645–S649 [24FE], H2287–H2295 [24FE]

Amendments

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1610, S1628 [25MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Announcements

Moment of silence in memory of Noah L. Tietjens, S775 [4MR]

Articles and editorials

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (see S. Res. 648), S1091 [17MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

——— recognize and honor fallen members of 121st Air Refueling Wing of Ohio Air National Guard (see H. Res. 1129), H2627 [20MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

——— require inclusion of authorization of appropriations for Dept. of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war (see H.R. 7174), H1171 [21JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (see H.R. 7840), H2471 [5MR]

——— prohibit listing of contracts relating to war, death, and similar activities (see S. 4035), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7942), H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— designate coordinator for hybrid warfare accountability and submit report identifying Chinese entities materially supporting Russia’s defense industrial base and recommending appropriate sanctions (see H.R. 7632), H2234 [20FE]

——— eliminate repatriation loan program to prevent U.S. citizens being evacuated from foreign country from having to repay certain costs of evacuation (see H.R. 8004), H2620 [19MR]

——— establish Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention (see H.R. 7052), H892 [14JA]

Depts. of Homeland Security and Justice: return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran (see S. Res. 638), S1009 [11MR]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Gambling: prohibit any person from placing, accepting, or facilitating placement or acceptance of wagers in prediction markets regarding specified event (see S. 4115), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7955), H2550 [17MR]

Irish Americans: honor courage, sacrifice, and contributions during American Revolutionary War (see H. Res. 1121), H2550 [17MR]

National Park Service: modify certain cost-sharing requirements for grant programs under American Battlefield Protection Program (see H.R. 7618), H2233 [20FE]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (H.R. 6856), consideration (see H. Res. 1067), H2228 [17FE]

SEC: repeal certain disclosure requirements relative to conflict minerals (see H.R. 7085), H918 [15JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE] (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Factsheets

Military Support by Denmark to U.S. Operations in Afghanistan, S73 [7JA]

Letters

Operation Epic Fury: Charles B. Cooper II, U.S. Central Command, S785 [4MR]

Siege at the Alamo: William B. Travis, S736 [2MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of Ohio servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2606 [19MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, H2427, H2451, H2452 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, H2535 [17MR], H2556 [18MR], H2606 [19MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

——— tribute to accomplishments of African American servicemembers, H2085–H2089 [9FE]

Azerbaijan: anniversary of Soviet attack on citizens of Baku, E55, E57 [20JA]

CFTC: prohibit event contracts based on terrorism, assassination, war, gaming, illegal activity, or other activities contrary to public interest, and allow States to exempt themselves from prohibition on gaming contracts (H.R. 7840), H2588 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (H.R. 4642), H2684 [25MR]

Economy: national objectives priority assignments, H607 [9JA]

Fort Campbell Historical Foundation: tribute to preservation of Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group history, E248 [20MR]

History: impact of war on U.S. petroleum interests, H247–H250 [8JA]

House of Representatives: moment of silence in memory of Ariana G. Savino, H2606 [19MR]

——— moment of silence in memory of Benjamin N. Pennington and Ashley Pruitt, H2584 [18MR]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147 [20FE]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (H. Res. 100), H806, H807, H809 [14JA]

Oro Valley, AZ: tribute to Arizona Heroes Memorial ceremony to commemorate Persian Gulf Conflict anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Persian Gulf Conflict: anniversary, E159 [24FE]

Republican Party: national agenda, H2539 [17MR]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H698 [13JA], H2207 [12FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE], H2344 [3MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Armed Forces, H2687 [25MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to evacuation of U.S. citizens from Middle Eastern countries, H2346 [3MR], H2490 [16MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H112 [7JA], H247 [8JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2374, H2375, H2378, H2379, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2544 [17MR], H2556, H2559, H2561, H2586, H2587, H2589–H2591 [18MR], H2609 [19MR], H2681, H2686, H2689, H2707 [25MR], E258 [24MR]

——— require congressional authorization for military action against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

Amor, Nicole M.: tribute (S. Res. 648), S1609 [25MR]

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in military operation against Iran and express condolences to family members, S769 [4MR], S855 [5MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1081–S1083 [17MR]

——— honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (S. Res. 660), S1560 [23MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Hamas (terrorist organization): release of hostages taken during attack on Israel, S447 [3FE]

Hegseth, Sec. of Defense: assessment of tenure, S976 [11MR]

Library of Congress: tribute to Veterans History Project participants, S1311 [19MR]

National Medal of Honor Day: observance, S1605 [25MR]

New Mexico: tribute to Bataan Memorial March running event, S1429 [20MR]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (S. 1241), S1161 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S1035 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744, S748 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909, S910 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1019 [12MR], S1054 [16MR], S1063, S1083, S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195, S1310 [18MR], S1313 [19MR], S1421, S1423 [20MR], S1472 [21MR], S1505 [22MR], S1528 [23MR], S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR], S1594–S1596, S1630 [25MR]

Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion, S636, S638 [24FE], S657, S668 [25FE], S1161 [18MR]

World War II: anniversary of Bataan Death March, S1429 [20MR]

Reports filed

Repeal Certain SEC Disclosure Requirements Relative to Conflict Minerals: Committee on Financial Services (House) (H.R. 7085) (H. Rept. 119–560), H2620 [19MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

S. Con. Res. 27, U.S. Army Nurse Corps anniversary, S614 [12FE]

S. Res. 612, recognize Russian invasion of Ukraine anniversary, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, S654 [24FE]

S. Res. 638, return law enforcement agents and other personnel temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations to primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran, S1015 [11MR]

S. Res. 648, tribute to Nicole M. Amor, S1095 [17MR], S1610 [25MR]

S. Res. 660, honor memory and sacrifice of Armed Forces servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members, S1547 [23MR]

WAR POWERS RESOLUTION

Amendments

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S165, S172 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions

Armed Forces: prohibit funding to use in or against Mexico (see H.R. 7059), H892 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Cuba (see S.J. Res. 124), S1047 [12MR] (see H.J. Res. 153), H2675 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S377 [29JA] (see S.J. Res. 114), S881 (see S.J. Res. 115, 116, 117, 118), S882 [5MR] (see S.J. Res. 123), S958 [10MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H134 [7JA]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2420 [4MR]

Motions

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S100 [8JA], S218 [14JA]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2309 [25FE], H2557 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2345 [3MR], H2375, H2379, H2395–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2457 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1317–H1325 [22JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), unanimous-consent request, H1157 [21JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), H608 [9JA], H912 [15JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration, H2321–H2324 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, S946, S947 [10MR], S993 [11MR], S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, unanimous-consent request, S1021 [12MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S74–S87 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S699–S701 [26FE], S721–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S743, S767 [3MR], S771–S773, S775, S780, S781, S783, S786–S796, S852 [4MR], S857 [5MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), motion to discharge, S796 [4MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 116), motion to discharge, S1577 [24MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), S1185–S1195 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 118), motion to discharge, S1194 [18MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 90), S56 [6JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S4 [5JA], S64, S69 [7JA], S96–S100 [8JA], S123 [12JA], S186, S212–S218 [14JA], S233 [15JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), motion to proceed, S218 [14JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against vessels operating in Caribbean Sea or Eastern Pacific Ocean (S.J. Res. 100), S56–S61 [6JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1570–S1573, S1575–S1577 [24MR]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 38, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2395 [4MR]

H. Con. Res. 68, remove Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela, H1317 [22JA]

WARD, ALEX

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

WARD, G. WILLIAM

Remarks in House

Tribute, E9 [7JA]

WARD, GRANT

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2084 [9FE]

WARD, ROBERT

Remarks in House

Cofield, NC: tribute to first responders for response to Perdue feed mill explosion, H2299 [25FE]

WARNER, JOHN J.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H648 [12JA]

WARNER, MARK R. (a Senator from Virginia)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S894 [5MR], S934, S938, S939 [9MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1229 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy (see S. 494), S130 [12JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Eximbank: reauthorize (see S. 3772), S489 [4FE]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S290 [27JA]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

GAO: conduct study of impact of Federal reductions in force on State and local governments (see S. 3844), S577 [11FE]

Government regulations: establish AI Innovation Labs that permit financial regulatory agencies to experiment with artificial intelligence (AI) without expectation of enforcement actions (see S. 2528), S708 [26FE]

Information technology: require large social media platforms to work with safety software so that children or parents may delegate permission to software to manage child’s online interactions, content, and account settings (see S. 4159), S1443 [20MR]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S682 [25FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Medicare: provide for inclusion of virtual diabetes prevention program suppliers in Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Expanded Model (see S. 3692), S290 [27JA]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see S. 2518), S378 [29JA]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Prematurity Research Expansion and Education for Mothers Who Deliver Infants Early (PREEMIE) Act: reauthorize (see S. 1562), S345 [28JA]

SSA: make changes to Social Security terminology used in rules, regulation, guidance, or other materials relative to retirement age and benefits (see S. 1504), S553 [10FE]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S442 [2FE]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S803 [4MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

Economy of the Future Commission: establish (see S. 4046), S1009 [11MR]

Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building, Sterling, VA: designate (see S. 3630), S220 [14JA]

Medicare: ensure integrity of Medicare-furnished hospice care (see S. 4118), S1090 [17MR]

——— require Medicare Payment Advisory Commission reports to Congress on arrangements with pharmacy benefit managers relative to prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans (see S. 3729), S377 [29JA]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Motions

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), S147 [13JA]

Remarks

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S147 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S1077 [17MR]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1077 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1077 [17MR]

Discrimination: denounce rise of Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment, S124–S126 [12JA]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S568 [11FE]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S147 [13JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S1594, S1596 [25MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to discrimination, S125 [12JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1077 [17MR]

Tributes

Rudd, Kevin, S456 [3FE]

WARNOCK, RAPHAEL G. (a Senator from Georgia)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S615 [12FE]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S838, S839, S840, S843 [4MR], S888 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279 [18MR], S1452, S1453 [20MR], S1547, S1548, S1550 [23MR], S1620, S1628 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S421, S422 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish research and extension grant priorities (see S. 4067), S1009 [11MR]

——— make cost-share grants for retrofitting agricultural tractors with rollover protection structures (see S. 3580), S16 [5JA]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Labor: address needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies (see S. 3877), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: update crashworthiness testing under New Car Assessment Program of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (see S. 161), S882 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, cosponsorship withdrawn (see S. 1383), S682 [25FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: reduce price of insulin, require pharmacy benefit managers to pass-through manufacturer rebates for insulin products, and promote generic and biosimilar competition (see S. 4189), S1614 [25MR]

FAA: lower barriers to care for pilots and air traffic controllers who disclose mental health diagnosis or condition (see S. 3257), S534 [9FE]

——— provide funding from Airport and Airway Trust Fund for FAA activities in event of Government shutdown (see S. 1045), S916 [9MR]

FCC: establish taskforce on unlawful robocalls (see S. 2666), S610 [12FE]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

FEMA: establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

Financial institutions: permit Federal banking agencies to examine qualifying insured depository institutions with under $6 billion in total assets not less than once during each 18-month period (see S. 3830), S1615 [25MR]

History: commemorate 250th anniversary of passage of resolution of March 16, 1776, which declared May 17 as day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer (see S. Res. 649), S1205 [18MR]

Insurance: reduce fraudulent enrollments in certain health plans (see S. 976), S1091 [17MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S915 [9MR]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR]

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see S. 2667), S882 [5MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Slam the Scam Day: designate (see S. Res. 627), S882 [5MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: expand treatment of moving expenses to employees and new appointees in intelligence community who move pursuant to change in assignment that requires relocation (see S. 2141), S130 [12JA]

——— provide exclusion for assistance provided to certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness program participants (see S. 1163), S1580 [24MR]

Technology: require disclosure of camera or recording capability in certain Internet-connected devices (see S. 28), S1545 [23MR]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (see S. 4073), S1206 (see S. 4127), S1207 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F); Deceptive and Unfair Collection of Medical Debt’’ (see S.J. Res. 141), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures’’ (see S.J. Res. 140), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Education: establish Federal Clearinghouse on Grant Opportunities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (see S. 4167), S1580 [24MR]

Smallwood, Richard: tribute (see S. Res. 584), S257 [15JA]

Taxation: allow married couples to apply student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse (see S. 4119), S1090 [17MR]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S789 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S1179 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1164 [18MR], S1533 [23MR]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S1179 [18MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S789 [4MR]

TSA: making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), S1177, S1179 [18MR]

——— making continuing appropriations for essential pay and operations during Federal Government shutdown (S. 4127), unanimous-consent request, S1178 [18MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1164 [18MR], S1533 [23MR]

WARREN, ELIZABETH (a Senator from Massachusetts)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S805, S806 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

American Revolution: award Congressional Gold Medal to First Rhode Island Regiment in recognition of first racially integrated American military unit (see S. 567), S916 [9MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: apply certain protections and oversight to buy now, pay later loans (see S. 3561), S534 [9FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see S. 3625), S471 [3FE]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Commerce: issue standards relative to chip security mechanisms for integrated circuit products (see S. 1705), S610 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents’’ (see S.J. Res. 99), S1048 [12MR]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— provide grants to States, local government, and organizations to support recruitment, training, and development of staff and infrastructure to support due process rights of individuals facing removal (see S. 4142), S1367 [19MR]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Labor: assist employers providing employment to individuals with disabilities under special certificates allowing for payment of subminimum wage to transition away from and phase out use of such certificates (see S. 2438), S882 [5MR]

——— ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see S. 3864), S609 [12FE]

——— establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, public entities and accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers (see S. 3974), S762 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

——— modify authorities relative to collective bargaining of Veterans Health Administration employees (see S. 1650), S90 [7JA]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Elections: constitutional amendment on contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections (see S.J. Res. 78), S471 [3FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S683 [25FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Firearms: prohibit machinegun conversion devices and illegal modifications of semiautomatic firearms (see S. 1374), S378 [29JA]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR]

FTC: report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S609 [12FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision plans (see S. 1716), S1580 [24MR]

Legislative branch of the Government: establish independent commission responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations (see S. 3891), S610 [12FE]

LGBTQI+: improve access to evidence-based, lifesaving health care for transgender people (see S. 3206), S162 [13JA]

NASA: designate national high-energy astrophysics hubs (see S. 4044), S958 [10MR]

National Speech and Debate Education Day: designate (see S. Res. 626), S802 [4MR]

National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week: designate (see S. Res. 601), S510 [5FE]

Native Americans: ensure equitable distribution of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act assistance to Indian tribes (see S. 4179), S1580 [24MR]

——— recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee: establish (see S. 4056), S1009 [11MR]

Taxation: impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: require contractors to prioritize meeting warfighter needs over purchase of securities and executive compensation (see S. 4212), S1614 [25MR]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: disapprove rule relative to modifications to enhanced supplementary leverage ratio standards for global systemically important bank holding companies (see S.J. Res. 110), S802 [4MR]

FDIC: clarify authority to claw back certain compensation paid to executives of failed banks (see S. 4050), S1009 [11MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

FRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to the Large Financial Institution Rating System and Framework for the Supervision of Insurance Organizations’’ (see S.J. Res. 111), S802 [4MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Massachusetts (U.S.S.): commissioning (see S. Res. 651), S1367 [19MR]

National Credit Union Administration: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirement’’ (see S.J. Res. 142), S1580 [24MR]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Pharmaceuticals: prohibit pharmacy benefit managers, insurers, and prescription drug or medical device wholesalers from being under common ownership with certain medical service providers (see S. 3822), S552 [10FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Decisions

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Agency Actions: David Powner, GAO, S1442 [20MR]

Applicability of Congressional Review Act to National Credit Union Administration Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements: Edda Emmanuelli Perez, GAO, S530–S532 [9FE]

Privilege of the floor

Wu, Henry, S516 [5FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S743 [3MR]

——— role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S309 [28JA]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S1024 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1167 [18MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S309 [28JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S308 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S308 [28JA]

Petroleum: gasoline price levels, S1168 [18MR]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S308 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S743 [3MR], S1167–S1169 [18MR]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1167 [18MR]

Warsh, Kevin: nomination to be FRS Board of Governors Chairman, S402 [30JA]

Statements

Tribute to Alex Pretti: Jessica Hauser, S309 [28JA]

WARREN, PA

Remarks in House

Warren Area High School: tribute to robotics team, H1130 [21JA]

WARRENTON, VA

Remarks in House

Faquier Hospital: recipient of Leapfrog Group (organization) Top General Hospital Award, H618 [12JA]

Puller Veterans Care Center: opening, H618 [12JA]

WARROAD, MN

Remarks in House

Nelson, Brock: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H2103 [10FE]

WARSH, KEVIN

Remarks in Senate

FRS: nomination to be FRS Board of Governors Chairman, S402 [30JA]

WASHINGTON, ANDREW

Remarks in House

Tribute, E17 [8JA]

WASHINGTON, D.C. ADMISSION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 51), H2702 [25MR]

WASHINGTON, DC see District of Columbia

WASHINGTON, DENNIS

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S679 [25FE]

WASHINGTON, ELIJAH

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S607 [12FE]

WASHINGTON, GEORGE (1st President of the United States)

Addresses

George Washington’s Farewell Address: read by Senator Kaine, S627–S632 [24FE]

——— read by several Representatives, H2309–H2314 [25FE]

Appointments

Reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S574 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions relative to

Special days and holidays: change date designated for Washington’s Birthday and designate Lincoln’s Birthday as legal public holiday (see H.R. 7663), H2296 [24FE]

Remarks in House relative to

House of Representatives: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, H2309 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate relative to

Senate: reading of George Washington’s farewell address, S627 [24FE]

——— reading of George Washington’s farewell address, unanimous-consent agreement, S574 [11FE]

WASHINGTON, IA

Remarks in House

Washington Community Theater: anniversary, H2101 [10FE]

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD

Bills and resolutions

Immigration: prohibit Dept. of Homeland Security, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from establishing or operating immigration detention or holding facility in county (see H.R. 7470), H2118 [10FE]

WASHINGTON (DC) TIMES

Articles and editorials

Michael Reagan Was More Than the Gipper’s Son, E19 [9JA]

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, E147 [20FE]

WASHINGTON (State)

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

Native Americans: clarify that amounts in Puyallup Tribe of Indians Settlement Trust Fund may be withdrawn by Puyallup Tribe of Indians (see S. 3769), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7269), H1915 [27JA]

Savino, Ariana G.: authorize to lie in honor in Capitol rotunda (see H. Con. Res. 79), H2597 [18MR]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (see S. Res. 578), S115 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Congress: tribute to tradition of gifting baby chick painting to Washington (State) newest congressional delegation member, H105 [7JA]

Davis, Waverly: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Driver family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Eastern Washington University: tribute to adaptive athletics program, H667 [13JA]

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Gonzaga University: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

——— tribute to women’s basketball team, H2682 [25MR]

Health care facilities: rural community hospitals funding, H105 [7JA]

Lindsey family: tribute, H1981 [4FE]

Native Americans: anniversary of Spokane Tribe of Indians, H1981 [4FE]

Taxation: condemn wealth tax proposal, H1127 [21JA]

Tollefson, Tayla: Miss Spokane (WA) competition winner, E187 [4MR]

Walker, Rion: Washington 10th Congressional District Black History Month Essay Competition student winner, H2300 [25FE]

Walla Walla, WA: tribute to Walla Walla High School 1984 girls’ basketball team, H1981 [4FE]

Washington State University: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Appropriations: earmarks for certain commmunity projects funding or congressionally directed spending, S524–S527 [9FE]

University of Washington: tribute to men’s soccer team (S. Res. 578), S119 [8JA]

Reports filed

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

S. Res. 578, tribute to University of Washington men’s soccer team, S118 [8JA]

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Disabled: tribute to WSU ROAR (Responsibility, Opportunity, Advocacy, and Respect) Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, H2682 [25MR]

WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, DEBBIE (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Australia: condemn mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities, and express condolences to victims and their families (see H. Res. 956), H657 [12JA]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2236 [20FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Clemente, Roberto: mint commemorative coins (see H.R. 1787), H1949 [2FE]

Coast Guard: making continuing appropriations (see H.R. 1542), H2235 [20FE]

Crime: establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2485 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H253 [8JA]

——— require institutions of higher education that receive Federal funds to adopt policies to prevent harassment and bullying (see H.R. 5486), H2229 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: advance research to achieve medical breakthroughs in brain tumor treatment and improve awareness and adequacy of specialized cancer and brain tumor care (see H.R. 2767), H2531 [16MR]

——— conduct research to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth from child abuse and neglect, include such demographics in child abuse reports, and train personnel on meeting needs of such youth (see H.R. 3757), H2370 [3MR]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2225 [13FE]

——— establish Lung Cancer Task Force (see H.R. 6319), H2531 [16MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: enhance hiring authorities (see H.R. 6998), H615 [9JA]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1916 [27JA]

——— establish Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for Nonprofit Organizations, Faith-based Organizations, and Houses of Worship (see H.R. 5645), H2297 [24FE]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2474 [5MR]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— support emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals (see H.R. 7438), H2188 [11FE]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2120 [10FE]

——— modify authorities relative to collective bargaining of Veterans Health Administration employees (see H.R. 3261), H2097 [9FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

FAA: require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see H.R. 6222), H2598 [18MR]

——— require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2298 [24FE]

Families and domestic relations: prohibit discrimination in adoption or foster care placements based on sexual orientation, gender identification, or marital status of any prospective parent or child involved (see H.R. 6181), H2225 [13FE]

Federal employees: amend definition of law enforcement officer to include certain positions relative to retirement benefits (see H.R. 3226), H2097 [9FE]

——— calculate cost-of-living adjustments for retirees under Federal Employee Retirement System in same way as those for retirees under Civil Service Retirement System (see H.R. 491), H2097 [9FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles to person under 21 years old, with exception of active military and full-time law enforcement personnel (see H.R. 2368), H656 [12JA]

Foreign policy: prohibit action to, or use of Federal funds to, invade NATO countries and territories (see H.R. 7016), H2033 [4FE]

Freedom House Ambulance Service: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 7623), H2234 [20FE]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Insurance: require coverage of hearing devices and systems in certain private health insurance plans (see H.R. 4606), H2097 [9FE]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2598 [18MR]

Iran: direct President to remove Armed Forces (see H. Con. Res. 75), H2485 [12MR]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H895 [14JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2477 [9MR]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Medicaid: repeal requirement that States establish Medicaid Estate Recovery Program and limit circumstances in which State may place lien on Medicaid beneficiary’s property (see H.R. 6951), H12 [6JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of medical nutrition therapy for individuals with eating disorders (see H.R. 2495), H135 [7JA]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H920 [15JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H656 [12JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2474 [5MR]

Robert Guevara Post Office Building, Kissimmee, FL: designate (see H.R. 7299), H1921 [30JA]

Russia: impose sanctions and other measures if Russia refuses to negotiate peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine (see H.R. 6856), H1950 [2FE]

Venezuela: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (H.R. 3310), consideration (see H. Res. 1046), H2095 [9FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (see H.R. 7857), H2471 [5MR]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (H.R. 7856), H2473 [5MR]

Epstein, Jeffrey: impose sanctions on foreign persons determined to have knowingly engaged in, facilitated, or benefitted from severe forms of trafficking in persons relative to Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking enterprise (H.R. 7857), H2473 [5MR]

Firearms: prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (H.R. 7564), H2221 [12FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (H. Con. Res. 68), H1321, H1322 [22JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), consideration (H. Res. 780), H125 [7JA]

Dania Beach, FL: anniversary of Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor (business), E137• [13FE]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208 [8JA]

Fathers M.I.A. (organization): anniversary, E265• [25MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, H125 [7JA]

Votes: position on missed, H940• [20JA], E230• [18MR]

WASTE see Refuse Disposal; Sewage Disposal

WASTEWATER INFRASTRUCTURE POLLUTION PREVENTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY (WIPPES) ACT

Amendments

Enact (S. 1092), S1521 [22MR]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 1092), S1521, S1522 [22MR]

Texts of

S. 1092, provisions, S1521 [22MR]

WATER related term(s) Ecology and Environment

Amendments

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S132, S133, S134, S135, S136, S137, S138, S139 [12JA], S157, S165, S166, S170, S171, S172, S173, S174, S175 [13JA], S221, S222 [14JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H120 [7JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S615 [12FE], S894 [5MR]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: encourage non-Federal hydropower development (see H.R. 7487), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide for equitable distribution of Colorado River water for lower basin States (see H.R. 7078), H893 [14JA]

——— reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

——— conduct comprehensive assessment of water and wastewater infrastructure modernization needs of Puerto Rico (see H.R. 7397), H2040 [5FE]

——— designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

——— expand and strengthen Rural Decentralized Water Systems Grant Program (see S. 4096), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7921), H2482 [12MR]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA] (see H.R. 7129), H923 [16JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— carry out feasibility study on selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam (see S. 3743), S377 [29JA]

——— conduct study to determine feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water from Missouri River to Western Dakota Regional Water System (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA] (see H.R. 7288), H1921 [30JA]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— extend authorization for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects (see S. 3693), S290 [27JA]

——— modify authorization of appropriations for State and Tribal, municipal, rural, and industrial water supplies (see S. 4040), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 8006), H2620 [19MR]

——— provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (see S. 3737), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (see S. 3738), S377 [29JA]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area in South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota (see S. 3736), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7331), H1975 [3FE]

——— study feasibility of constructing project to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water to expand capacity and reach of Lewis and Clark Rural Water System, Inc., in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota (see S. 3725), S377 [29JA] (see H.R. 7287), H1921 [30JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (see H.R. 6938), H11 [6JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (see H. Res. 977), H133 [7JA]

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

——— increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

——— reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3635), S220 [14JA] (see H.R. 7250), H1914 [27JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Information technology: require data center operators to submit reports on data center energy and water use (see S. 4213), S1614 [25MR]

Oceans: support marine carbon dioxide removal activities (see S. 3910), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7656), H2296 [24FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Public works: reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants (see H.R. 7476), H2118 [10FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Cloture motions

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S128 [12JA]

Explanations

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations (H.R. 6938), H255–H591 [8JA]

Letters

Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: Colorado resident, S241 [15JA]

——— Otero County, CO, Commission, S241 [15JA]

——— Pueblo County, CO, Commission, S242 [15JA]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Lists

Statements supporting H.R. 131, Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, S240 [15JA]

Motions

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H695 [13JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA]

Remarks in House

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H205–H208 [8JA]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Costa, Representative: legislative accomplishments, H668 [13JA]

Dept. of Energy: revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H127–H132 [7JA], H695 [13JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (H.R. 7335), H2018 [4FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), H151–H205 [8JA], E20 [9JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H112–H122 [7JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent agreement, H150 [8JA]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Florida: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Iowa: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H1128 [21JA]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

Municipal Water District of Orange County: anniversary, H1338 [22JA]

Newsom, Gavin: impact of policies by California Governor on economy and quality of life, H2320 [25FE]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

North Carolina: public safety and water infrastructure funding, H650 [12JA]

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), S238, S241, S245 [15JA]

——— make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, S107 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: provide financial and technical assistance for innovative approaches to voluntary water partnership agreements among multiple water users and projects conducted by individual agricultural entities (S. 3737), S380 [29JA]

——— reauthorize large-scale water recycling and reuse program and establish Water Conveyance Improvement Program (S. 3738), S380 [29JA]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S95, S119, S121 [8JA], S157 [13JA], S185, S192, S201 [14JA], S227, S234–S236, S238–S249, S262 [15JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), motion to proceed, S121 [8JA], S126–S128 [12JA], S141, S153, S155–S157 [13JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 6938), unanimous-consent request, S248 [15JA]

Energy and water development: making appropriations (H.R. 4553), S594–S596 [12FE], S986, S987, S989 [11MR], S1328, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimnous-consent request, S871 [5MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous consent request, S1329 [19MR]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 4553), unanimous-consent request, S594, S595 [12FE], S987 [11MR], S1027, S1030, S1032 [12MR], S1178, S1179 [18MR], S1318 [19MR], S1532 [23MR], S1601, S1604 [25MR]

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

New Orleans, LA: improve management of Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) and hold agency accountable for unpaid water bill at Guste Homes complex, S695 [26FE]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

——— extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

Saxman, AK: provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— provide equitable treatment for people under established Village Corp. (H.R. 2815), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area: adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), S697–S699 [26FE]

——— adjust boundary and allow construction of underground water pipeline (H.R. 972), unanimous-consent agreement, S698 [26FE]

Reports filed

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, Energy and Water Development, Environment, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 977) (H. Rept. 119–424), H133 [7JA]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Federal Mechanical Insulation Act: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 3474) (H. Rept. 119–481), H2028 [4FE]

FERC Extension of Time Period During Which Licensees Are Required To Commence Construction of Certain Hydropower Projects: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 2072) (H. Rept. 119–477), H1948 [2FE]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 977, consideration of H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H113 [7JA]

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

H.R. 4593, Saving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act, H127 [7JA]

H.R. 6422, American Water Stewardship Act, H2662 [24MR]

H.R. 6938, Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies appropriations, H151–H199 [8JA]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3723, Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 3725, Lewis & Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act, S379 [29JA]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S. 4213, Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act, S1616 [25MR]

WATER INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE AND INNOVATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Disasters: increase Federal assistance for water infrastructure projects in States experiencing severe drought, regionally and nationally significant projects, or projects serving historically disadvantaged communities (see H.R. 7845), H2471 [5MR]

WATER INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE NATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

WATER INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

WATER POLLUTION related term(s) Ecology and Environment; Pollution

Bills and resolutions

Corps of Engineers: allow to carry out authorized water development projects that address contaminated sediments pursuant to joint remediation plan developed in coordination with non-Federal interests and approved by EPA (see H.R. 7268), H1915 [27JA]

Dept. of Energy and EPA: require reports on effects of data centers on air and water quality and electricity consumption (see H.R. 6984), H251 [8JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— establish grant program for advanced wastewater treatment projects (see H.R. 8027), H2621 [19MR]

——— establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

——— increase voluntary grant fund designed to give local and State governments flexibility to make conservation practice improvements to decrease water pollutants through partnerships within their communities (see H.R. 7376), H2030 [4FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

Federal aid programs: provide additional assistance to rural water and waste disposal systems (see H.R. 7530), H2217 [12FE]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7560), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks in House

East Palestine, OH: anniversary of train derailment resulting in release of hazardous chemicals, H1987 [4FE]

EPA: make grants to States for beach monitoring, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— proposed revision of coal ash disposal regulations, H1337 [22JA]

——— reauthorize certain geographic water pollution control programs (H.R. 6422), H2662–H2666 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Remarks in Senate

Flint, MI: anniversary of state of emergency relative to lead contamination of public water supply, S236–S238 [15JA]

Reports filed

American Water Stewardship Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6422) (H. Rept. 119–564), H2627 [20MR]

Local Water Protection Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7376) (H. Rept. 119–566), H2627 [20MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6422, American Water Stewardship Act, H2662 [24MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

WATER PROJECT NAVIGATORS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH ACT

Bills and resolutions

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

WATER SECURITY AND DROUGHT RESILIENCE ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

WATERS, MAXINE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Cuba: lift trade embargo (see H.R. 7521), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Labor: develop notice detailing benefits available to veterans and require employers to display such notice (see H.R. 6960), H2188 [11FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2188 [11FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2033 [4FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H925 [16JA]

Research: ensure that non-animal methods for regulatory testing are used in lieu of animal tests whenever scientifically satisfactory non-animal test methods are available and meet regulatory requirements (see H.R. 6660), H253 [8JA]

Taxation: allow deduction for certain overtime compensation (see H.R. 5475), H2236 [20FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Defense Production Act: amend to limit eligibility for assistance, increase monetary penalties, and establish fraud risk management processes (see H.R. 8030), H2627 [20MR]

Financial institutions: apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (see H.R. 7888), H2476 [9MR]

——— prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (see H.R. 7887), H2476 [9MR]

——— provide Federal financial regulators with clawback authority over executive compensation and industry prohibition and civil money penalty authority over executives whose negligence caused losses (see H.R. 7886), H2476 [9MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (see H.R. 7565), H2219 [12FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (see H.R. 7384), H2031 [4FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Defense Production Act: amend to limit eligibility for assistance, increase monetary penalties, and establish fraud risk management processes (H.R. 8030), H2627 [20MR]

Financial institutions: apply enhanced supervision and prudential standards applicable to bank holding companies to large banks that do not have bank holding company (H.R. 7888), H2477 [9MR]

——— prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances (H.R. 7887), H2477 [9MR]

——— provide Federal financial regulators with clawback authority over executive compensation and industry prohibition and civil money penalty authority over executives whose negligence caused losses (H.R. 7886), H2477 [9MR]

Foreign aid: ensure sufficient food assistance for civilian population of Gaza (H.R. 7565), H2221 [12FE]

Petroleum: prohibit use of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) at petroleum refineries (H.R. 7384), H2032 [4FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (H. Con. Res. 38), H2404 [4MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), H2070 [9FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2404 [4MR]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2049, H2050 [9FE]

WATERWAYS related term(s) Water

Amendments

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2544 [17MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2695 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions

Arizona: approve settlement of water rights claims of Yavapai-Apache Nation and authorize construction of water project relative to those water rights claims (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

Bureau of Reclamation: reauthorize Cooperative Watershed Management Program (see S. 4041), S958 [10MR] (see H.R. 7978), H2596 [18MR]

Chesapeake Bay Program: authorize to serve as advisory member of certain State watershed programs (see S. 3986), S802 [4MR] (see H.R. 7788), H2419 [4MR]

Colorado: include in program for western rural water (see H.R. 7631), H2234 [20FE]

Corps of Engineers: designate certain categorical exclusions from environmental assessments or environmental impact statements for water resources development projects (see S. 4120), S1090 [17MR]

——— provide annual congressional briefings on projects funded in district watersheds (see H.R. 7519), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish program that provides payments to producers for carrying out conservation practices in selected eligible watersheds (see H.R. 6969), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

——— convey Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to Nisqually Indian Tribe (see S. 4014), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7515), H2186 [11FE]

——— establish Water Project Navigators Program (see S. 3792), S509 [5FE] (see H.R. 7408), H2041 [5FE]

——— reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs (see S. 4102), S1056 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: codify and amend certain grant programs to issue grants for use in provision of passenger ferry services (see H.R. 7774), H2369 [3MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (see H. Res. 1115), H2529 [16MR]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

——— promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see S. 4181), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7543), H2218 [12FE]

NOAA: reauthorize Chesapeake Bay Office (see S. 3939), S706 [26FE]

Ocean Conservancy, Inc.: anniversary of International Coastal Cleanup (see S. Res. 588), S291 [27JA]

Senate: require advice and consent for any modification to 1966 agreement between U.S. and United Kingdom concerning British Indian Ocean Territory (see S. 4019), S881 [5MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (see H.R. 7084), H918 [15JA]

——— clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (see H. Res. 1131), H2674 [24MR]

Letters

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: several individuals, H2518 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Motions

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2580 [18MR]

Remarks in House

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: ensure that land managers can make science-based decisions to protect both wildlife and hunting opportunities, H2579 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576–H2580 [18MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), consideration (H. Res. 1115), H2538–H2544 [17MR]

EPA: reauthorize Columbia River Basin Restoration Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

——— reauthorize National Estuary Program, H2663, H2664 [24MR]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Florida: Indian River Lagoon protection funding, H2588 [18MR]

Friends of the Chicago River (organization): International River Foundation Thiess International River Prize recipient, E28 [12JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Nassau County, FL: tribute to American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, H2637 [24MR]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516–H2519 [16MR]

Ships and vessels: clarify types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of U.S. or transfer cargo in any port or place under jurisdiction of U.S. (H.R. 7084), consideration (H. Res. 1131), H2688–H2697 [25MR]

Trout Unlimited, Inc.: anniversary of Allegheny Mountain Chapter, H2705 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S1019 [12MR], S1594–S1596 [25MR]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1115) (H. Rept. 119–554), H2529 [16MR]

Consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1131) (H. Rept. 119–570), H2674 [24MR]

Defending American Property Abroad Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 7084) (H. Rept. 119–563), H2627 [20MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1115, consideration of H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2538 [17MR]

H. Res. 1131, consideration of H.R. 7084, Defending American Property Abroad Act, H2688 [25MR]

H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, H2576 [18MR]

H.R. 2294, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act reauthorization, H2513 [16MR]

H.R. 4294, Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, H2516 [16MR]

S. 4181, Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, S1583 [24MR]

S. Res. 588, Ocean Conservancy, Inc., International Coastal Cleanup anniversary, S294 [27JA]

WATSON, ANNIE

Remarks in House

Maine: Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

WATSON COLEMAN, BONNIE (a Representative from New Jersey)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H657 [12JA]

Arts and humanities: ensure certain Federal funds can be used to support arts education for students, and for youth and adults involved in justice system (see H.R. 2485), H1949 [2FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Census: require that individual incarcerated on date on which decennial census is taken shall be attributed to last place of residence prior to incarceration (see H.R. 7375), H2030 [4FE]

CIA: award payments to employees of Air America (see H.R. 2192), H656 [12JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Courts: improve rights to relief for individuals affected by non-consensual activities involving intimate digital forgeries (see H.R. 3562), H1352 [22JA]

——— remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: eliminate reduced price breakfasts and lunches, require income guidelines for determining eligibility for free meals, and base such eligibility on certain percentage of poverty-level (see H.R. 2680), H253 [8JA]

——— establish pilot program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options (see H.R. 5867), H253 [8JA]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of Commerce: establish grant program to increase job opportunities for artists and creative professionals and to improve quality and availability of arts facilities and arts-related programming (see H.R. 6165), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of Defense: reduce discretionary budget authority for fiscal year if financial statement for previous fiscal year does not receive qualified or unqualified audit opinion by external independent auditor (see H.R. 7555), H2219 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— award grants to States, territories, and Tribal governments to establish unarmed mobile crisis response program (see H.R. 3658), H2677 [24MR]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H2033 [4FE]

——— expand and improve Head Start Program (see H.R. 7637), H2234 [20FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— increase access to mental health, substance use, and counseling services for first responders (see H.R. 6601), H1173 [21JA]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H656 [12JA]

——— making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2185 [11FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see H.R. 7297), H1977 [3FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

——— permanently authorize emergency safety and security grant program (see H.R. 7360), H2330 [25FE]

——— prohibit disclosure of records of individuals for purposes of immigration enforcement (see H.R. 5340), H1977 [3FE]

Dept. of Justice: establish Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program (see H.R. 7057), H892 [14JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see H.R. 7711), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: transmit certain documents to House of Representatives relative to administration’s stance on Greenland (see H. Res. 1001), H893 [14JA]

Dept. of Transportation: clarify provisions relating to equal access for over-the-road buses (see H.R. 2526), H656 [12JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prohibit from transferring certain Federal land (see H.R. 718), H135 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

EPA: promulgate certain limitations relative to pre-production plastic pellet pollution (see H.R. 7543), H2598 [18MR]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: specify that hair straightening or smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasing substances will be considered adulterated (see H.R. 7685), H2327 [25FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see H.R. 7110), H919 [15JA]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

——— extend National Flood Insurance Program (see H.R. 5484), H2297 [24FE]

FERC: hold technical conference on protecting residential ratepayers from increased costs associated with large loads (see H.R. 6529), H253 [8JA]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

History: recognize historical significance of slave ship Clotilda, condemn U.S. role in Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledge lasting impact on African Americans (see H. Res. 1086), H2332 [26FE]

HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1084), H2328 [25FE]

Housing: prohibit manipulation of rent prices (see H.R. 6124), H1912 [23JA]

Immigration: limit immigration enforcement actions and clarify powers of immigration officers at sensitive locations (see H.R. 1061), H2032 [4FE]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Israel: prohibit funds made available for assistance from being used to support certain violations of international law (see H.R. 7545), H2218 [12FE]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: require removal of any signage or other identification from John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts that differs from designation stated in U.S. Code (see H.R. 6925), H13 [6JA]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Lunar New Year: observance (see H. Res. 1061), H2219 [12FE]

Medicaid: reduce maternal mortality by extending duration of coverage for women after they give birth, improving obstetric case management, and providing training to clinicians to better care for women of color (see H.R. 6303), H2120 [10FE]

——— require coverage of 12 mental health telehealth visits per calendar year for certain previously incarcerated individuals (see H.R. 7535), H2218 [12FE]

Medicare: expand access to telehealth services (see H.R. 4206), H949 [20JA]

——— provide coverage for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) furnished by pharmacists (see H.R. 7189), H1171 [21JA]

——— provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see H.R. 7277), H1920 [30JA]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

Mental health: provide limited licensing reciprocity for college mental health providers to furnish mental health services through telehealth technology to students of institutions of higher education (see H.R. 5357), H2120 [10FE]

Middle East: prevent violence in West Bank and impose sanctions on any foreign person endangering U.S. national security and undermining prospects for two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts (see H.R. 3045), H2421 [4MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see H.R. 7251), H1914 [27JA]

National Year of the Volunteer: designate (see H. Res. 1044), H2095 [9FE]

NIH: ensure scientific integrity in activities and prevent diversion of funds to politically driven activities (see H.R. 7173), H1171 [21JA]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Pakistan: impose sanctions relative to undermining democracy in Pakistan (see H.R. 5271), H2033 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see H.R. 6926), H13 [6JA]

Rustin, Bayard: issue commemorative forever stamp (see H.R. 7441), H2236 [20FE]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H13 [6JA]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see H.R. 7394), H2040 [5FE]

Taxation: impose tax on certain high net worth households and trusts and establish certain anti-evasion and avoidance measures (see H.R. 8085), H2710 [25MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H656 [12JA]

——— prohibit deduction of certain expenses for, and impose excise tax on sale of, homes owned by large investors, prohibit Federal mortgage assistance for such investors, and establish neighborhood homes tax credit (see H.R. 7138), H924 [16JA]

Technology: repeal Executive order entitled ‘‘Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence’’ (see H.R. 8031), H2627 [20MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Trump, President: condemn, censure, and call for apology relative to racist social media post of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as primates (see H. Res. 1065), H2224 [13FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H719 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Armed Forces: expand authority to provide wigs and treat traction alopecia under TRICARE program (see H.R. 7933), H2483 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (see H.R. 7858), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (see H.R. 7456), H2095 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (see H.R. 7566), H2219 [12FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Firearms: require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (see H.R. 7385), H2031 [4FE]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Armed Forces: expand authority to provide wigs and treat traction alopecia under TRICARE program (H.R. 7933), H2484 [12MR]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study on effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities (H.R. 7858), H2473 [5MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: limit authority to detain aliens of good moral character arriving at or departing from field office or Executive Office for Immigration Review facility (H.R. 7456), H2097 [9FE]

Dept. of Labor: establish program to provide grants for job guarantee programs (H.R. 7566), H2221 [12FE]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (H.R. 7479), H2119 [10FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (H.R. 7005), H616 [9JA]

Firearms: require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (H.R. 7166), H949 [20JA]

HIV/AIDS: establish grant program for States, Tribal governments, Federal health centers, rural health clinics, local governments, and community-based organizations to establish and support PrEP programs (H.R. 7385), H2032 [4FE]

Trump, President: provide that proclamation entitled ‘‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’’ shall have no force or effect (H.R. 7859), H2473 [5MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran, H2557 [18MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, H9 [6JA]

History: provide for creation of congressional time capsule in commemoration of U.S. semiquincentennial anniversary (S. 3705), H2047 [9FE]

Trump, President: condemn pardons for individuals found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers, H9 [6JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2556 [18MR]

U.S.: mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins and $2.50 circulating coins in commemoration of semiquincentennial anniversary of establishment (H.R. 5616), H2050 [9FE]

WAVERLY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Z’s Pizza & Diner: tribute, S289 [27JA]

WAVERLY, OH

Remarks in House

Waverly High School: tribute to marching band, H2044 [9FE]

WAYNE WONDER (musical artist)

Proclamations

Tribute to Wayne Wonder (musical artist): Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E182 [3MR]

WE CAN’T WAIT ACT

Letters

Provisions: several organizations, S685 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3924), S684 [25FE]

WEAPONS related term(s) Biological Weapons; Chemical Weapons; Nuclear Weapons

Amendments

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2115 [10FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2136 [11FE]

Bills and resolutions

Crime: improve firearm destruction practices (see H.R. 7134), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of Defense: limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— restrict sale and procurement of certain weapons and ammunition (see S. 4015), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7827), H2470 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: extend authorization of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (see H.R. 7512), H2186 [11FE]

Dept. of Justice: award grants to provide legal resources to petitioners seeking extreme risk protection orders (see S. 3882), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7171), H1171 [21JA]

——— remove linguistic barriers to participation in gun violence prevention strategies (see S. 3883), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7170), H1171 [21JA]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7903), H2481 [12MR]

——— establish National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center (see H.R. 8086), H2710 [25MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (see H. Res. 1042), H2094 [9FE] (see H. Res. 1057), H2184 [11FE]

——— prevent purchase of ammunition by prohibited purchasers (see S. 3873), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7564), H2219 [12FE]

——— prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S681 [25FE] (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

——— prohibit penalties on eligible individuals carrying firearms in public and invalidate existing State or local laws or restrictions that criminalize, penalize, or otherwise dissuade carrying of firearms (see S. 4013), S881 [5MR]

——— prohibit unauthorized possession at Federal election site (see S. 4121), S1090 [17MR] (see H.R. 7965), H2550 [17MR]

——— require face to face purchases of ammunition, licensing of ammunition dealers, and reporting of bulk purchases of ammunition (see H.R. 7166), H948 [20JA]

——— require serialization of firearms produced through additive manufacturing and of unserialized firearms possessed by federally licensed firearms dealers and gunsmiths and establish penalties for violations (see H.R. 8059), H2675 [24MR]

Foreign countries: impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries (see H.R. 7552), H2219 [12FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

——— improve cooperation between U.S. and Israel to counter unmanned aerial systems (see H.R. 7178), H1171 [21JA]

——— prohibit use of U.S.-origin defense articles in West Bank and Gaza unless certain conditions are met (see H.R. 7645), H2257 [23FE]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 1137), H2711 [25MR]

Taiwan: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 101), S16 [5JA]

Ukraine: disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 108), S610 [12FE]

Venezuela: support arrest of Nicolas Maduro under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom (see S. Res. 582), S162 [13JA]

Cost Estimates

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189): CBO, H2196 [12FE]

Letters

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: several organizations, H2194, H2203 [12FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2199 [12FE]

——— Elizabeth Murphy, Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund, H2195 [12FE]

——— Representative Hageman, H2198 [12FE]

——— several organizations, H2194, H2196 [12FE]

——— several Representatives, H2198 [12FE]

Lists

State, local, and correctional law enforcement agencies using firearm-classified taser, H2201 [12FE]

Notices

Proposed sale of defense articles and services: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S39–S46 [6JA], S157 [13JA], S249–S251 [15JA], S335–S338 [28JA], S459–S467 [3FE], S547–S550 [10FE], S878–S880 [5MR], S1040–S1044 [12MR], S1358–S1364 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, H2555 [18MR]

Firearms: modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), H2190–H2204 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1042), H2107–H2116 [10FE], H2215 [12FE]

——— modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons (H.R. 2189), consideration (H. Res. 1057), H2121–H2138 [11FE]

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Inc.: expansion of Johnstown, PA, facility, H2237 [23FE]

Lebanon: condemn Israeli military actions, H2555 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: prohibit explosive testing of nuclear weapons conducted by U.S. (H.R. 5894), H809 [14JA]

——— reduce and eliminate threats of such weapons to U.S. (H.R. 6465), H807 [14JA]

——— urge U.S. leadership in global effort to move world back from brink of nuclear war and to halt and reverse nuclear arms race (H. Res. 317), H807 [14JA]

Pawtucket, RI: condemn shooting at hockey game, honor victims and survivors, and commend first responders, H2307 [25FE]

Taxation: modernize National Firearms Act to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, H2197–H2199 [12FE]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, H804–H810 [14JA]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2375, H2381–H2384, H2386, H2393–H2412 [4MR], H2452, H2453, H2454, H2455 [5MR], H2689 [25MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H137, H142, H148, H246 [8JA], H650–H654 [12JA]

Remarks in Senate

Armed Forces: role of U.S. military in bombing of elementary school during operation against Iran, S744 [3MR], S910 [9MR], S1019 [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: funding, S410 [30JA]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S720–S728, S736–S740 [2MR], S742–S744 [3MR], S770–S773, S775, S778–S796, S851 [4MR], S909 [9MR], S943, S946, S947, S954 [10MR], S970, S972, S992–S994, S1003 [11MR], S1146 [17MR], S1162, S1167–S1169, S1175, S1185–S1195 [18MR], S1472 [21MR]

Ukraine: security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S4 [5JA], S20, S56–S61 [6JA], S64–S70, S72–S87 [7JA], S96–S100, S105, S108 [8JA], S233 [15JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1042) (H. Rept. 119–490), H2094 [9FE]

——— Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1057) (H. Rept. 119–493), H2184 [11FE]

Innovate Less Lethal to De-Escalate Tax Modernization Act: Committee on Ways and Means (House) (H.R. 4242) (H. Rept. 119–476), H1948 [2FE]

Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 2189) (H. Rept. 119–472), H1920 [30JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1042, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2107 [10FE]

H. Res. 1057, consideration of H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2121 [11FE]

H.R. 2189, Law-Enforcement Innovate To De-Escalate Act, H2190 [12FE]

S. Res. 582, support arrest of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela under Operation Absolute Resolve and assist Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom, S163 [13JA]

WEATHER

Amendments

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S716 [26FE]

Articles and editorials

Beloved Oak Fell, and Oxford Rose. What Happened When ‘‘Thunder Ice’’ Came to My Home in Mississippi, S481 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission: support healthy fisheries in dynamic ocean conditions (see S. 3658), S256 [15JA]

Corps of Engineers: establish Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund and authorize use of amounts in such Fund for coastal storm risk management activities (see H.R. 7459), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: amend Federal crop insurance program to improve education and risk management assistance (see S. 4088), S1047 [12MR] (see H.R. 7947), H2530 [16MR]

——— expand eligibility for grants related to emergency water assistance (see S. 3620), S161 [13JA]

——— use certain data sets when determining eligibility related to indemnity payments under Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index endorsement (see H.R. 7462), H2118 [10FE]

Dept. of Energy: conduct study to identify effects of covered geoengineering projects on health of humans and environment (see H.R. 6941), H11 [6JA]

Dept. of Energy and NOAA: conduct collaborative research in order to advance numerical weather and climate prediction in U.S. (see S. 3854), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of HHS: provide funding for Quality Improvement Organizations to work with lower-resourced providers to improve preparedness and performance, improve Medicare services, and ensure continuity of services during disasters (see H.R. 7486), H2185 [11FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Climate Financial Risk Committee and Climate Financial Risk Advisory Committee on Financial Stability Oversight Council (see S. 3711), S344 [28JA] (see H.R. 7246), H1914 [27JA]

Ecology and environment: prohibit weather modification within U.S. (see H.R. 7452), H2095 [9FE]

EPA: reauthorize certain drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure programs (see S. 3590), S89 [7JA]

FAA: ensure each Center Weather Service Unit is adequately staffed for safe and efficient movement of aircraft in air commerce (see H.R. 7275), H1920 [30JA]

Families and domestic relations: recognize threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health and encourage interventions to address unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities (see H. Res. 1017), H1350 [22JA]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see S. 3843), S577 [11FE] (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

FEMA: condemn Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and express concern relative to proposed future staffing cuts (see H. Res. 1035), H1976 [3FE]

National Integrated Drought Information System Act: reauthorize (see S. 3912), S681 [25FE]

National Weather Safety Board: establish (see H.R. 7848), H2471 [5MR]

NOAA: establish Radar Next Program (see S. 3795), S509 [5FE]

——— expand and modernize weather radio system (see H.R. 7813), H2469 [5MR]

——— improve weather research, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for provision of weather data (see S. 3923), S681 [25FE]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Power resources: require States to include supporting physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans (see S. 4166), S1580 [24MR] (see H.R. 7257), H1914 [27JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

Letters

NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research funding: Alan Salazar, Denver Water Co., S239 [15JA]

——— Colorado resident, S240 [15JA]

——— several Governors, S240 [15JA]

——— several scientific societies, S241 [15JA]

Remarks in House

Kentucky: tribute to first responders and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, H1970 [3FE]

Remarks in Senate

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), S176–S178 [13JA]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), unanimous-consent request, S177 [13JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481, S482 [4FE]

Missouri on a Mission (organization): tribute, S468 [3FE]

NOAA: extend Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data (S. 2245), S715, S716 [26FE]

NSF: National Center for Atmospheric Research funding, S238–S248 [15JA]

Tennessee: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S364 [29JA], S485 [4FE]

Reports filed

NOAA Digital Coast Program Extension and Acquisition, Integration, and Accessibility of Data Improvement: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2245) (S. Rept. 119–100), S419 [30JA]

Texts of

S. 2245, extend NOAA Digital Coast Program and improve acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data, S716 [26FE]

S. 3713, No Climate Treaties Act, S347 [28JA]

WEATHER RESEARCH AND FORECASTING INNOVATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Hurricanes: amend relative to hurricane forecast improvement program (see S. 3919), S681 [25FE]

WEATHERIZATION ENHANCEMENT AND READINESS ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Energy and Commerce (House) (H.R. 1355) (H. Rept. 119–480), H2028 [4FE]

WEAVER, DOUGLAS

Reports filed

Nomination to NRC: Committee on Environment and Public Works (Senate), S801 [4MR]

WEBER, RANDY K., SR. (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Brand USA, Inc.: make available certain amounts from Travel Promotion Fund for Corp. for Travel Promotion (see H.R. 6128), H2188 [11FE]

Bureau of Prisons: submit annual summary report of disaster damage to Congress (see H.R. 7111), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Education: prohibit funding for any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children that includes sexually oriented material (see H.R. 7661), H2296 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: require recipients of certain grants to comply with State and local laws requiring reporting of child abuse, child molestation, sexual abuse, rape, incest, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking (see H.R. 6972), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2551 [17MR]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

——— establish minimum guarantee for fuel tax revenue received by States tied to percentage of total funds paid into Highway Trust Fund (see H.R. 7776), H2369 [3MR]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2235 [20FE]

——— exclude certain units of facilities from definition of solid waste incineration unit (see H.R. 6566), H616 [9JA]

Federal agencies and departments: require certain agencies to impose extendable sunset dates on certain regulations (see H.R. 7592), H2228 [17FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: codify rule requiring hospitals and insurers disclose discounted cash pricing and negotiated rates to consumers (see H.R. 5582), H1173 [21JA]

——— provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2598 [18MR]

Immigration: clarify definitions of ‘‘public charge’’ and ‘‘likely at any time to become a public charge’’ and establish requirements for affidavits of support and public charge bonds (see H.R. 6987), H252 [8JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H922 [15JA]

——— support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2336 [2MR]

Presidents of the U.S.: establish authority to waive Clean Air Act requirement for advanced manufacturing facility or critical mineral facility to offset increased emissions of any air pollutant (see H.R. 6373), H656 [12JA]

Recycling: prohibit person from making misleading recycled content claim in advertising, marketing, selling, or offering for sale product to consumer (see H.R. 7502), H2186 [11FE]

Taxation: exclude from gross income certain retirement plan distributions used for down payment or closing costs for principal residence (see H.R. 7185), H1923 [30JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2042 [5FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (see H.R. 7272), H1915 [27JA]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (see H.R. 7718), H2328 [25FE]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Energy: carry out program relative to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities (H.R. 7272), H1916 [27JA]

Law enforcement officers: revise administrative procedures relating to public safety officers’ death benefits (H.R. 7718), H2330 [25FE]

Remarks

Beaumont, TX: anniversary of Spindletop oil field, H595 [9JA]

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), consideration (H. Res. 977), H115 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), H128 [7JA]

——— revise definition of showerhead (H.R. 4593), consideration (H. Res. 977), H115 [7JA]

——— secure supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials (H.R. 3617), H2150, H2153, H2154 [11FE]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), consideration (H. Res. 977), H115 [7JA]

Tributes

Epperson, William, H725 [14JA]

O’Sullivan, Ian, H726 [14JA]

WEBSTER, DANIEL (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bureau of Prisons: provide increased locality pay rates to certain employees whose duty stations are in pay locality designated as ‘‘Rest of U.S.’’ (see H.R. 4008), H1977 [3FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2259 [23FE]

FCC: prohibit application of private land use restrictions to amateur service communications without reasonable accommodations (see H.R. 1094), H2119 [10FE]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Health: provide private right of action for children and parents of children whose healthy body parts have been damaged by medical professionals practicing or participating in certain interventions (see H.R. 7651), H2371 [3MR]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H719 [13JA]

National Agriculture Day: designate (see H. Res. 1132), H2675 [24MR]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Palm Beach County, FL: designate Palm Beach International Airport as ‘‘Donald J. Trump International Airport’’ (see H.R. 8054), H2675 [24MR]

Real estate: exempt small seller financers from certain licensing requirements (see H.R. 6511), H2120 [10FE]

Taxation: promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2370 [3MR]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Remarks

Appropriations: legislative process, H1179 [22JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1179 [22JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), consideration (H. Res. 1014), H1179 [22JA]

Mazak, Reba Y.: Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119• [9FE]

Votes: position on missed, E8• [7JA]

Winter Garden, FL: anniversary of Rotary Club of Winter Garden, E66• [22JA]

Tributes

Brigham, Earl, E169• [26FE]

WEBSTER CITY, IA

Remarks in Senate

Boone River Financial (business): tribute, S1203 [18MR]

WECC–RADIO (FOLKSTON, GA)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2593 [18MR]

WEEKLY CHALLENGER (publication)

Remarks in House

Tribute, E241 [19MR]

WEHNER, TREVOR

Bills and resolutions

Aurora, IL: express condolences to families and victims of shooting at Henry Pratt Co., and commend first responders (see H. Res. 1066), H2224 [13FE]

WEILAND, FRANK

Reports filed

Nomination To Be Assistant Sec. of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate), S375 [29JA]

WEIR, BOB

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2015 [4FE]

WEISENBERG, FRAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E241 [19MR]

WEISHOLTZ, DREW

Articles and editorials

Maxim Naumov Credits His Parents, Who Died in DC Plane Crash, for Making US Olympic Team—‘We Did It Together’, H649 [12JA]

WEISS, HERB

Articles and editorials

Bipartisan Push To Restore House Permanent Select Committee on Aging, H2584 [18MR]

WELCH, PETER (a Senator from Vermont)

Amendments

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), S615 [12FE]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1279 [18MR], S1405, S1406 [19MR], S1450, S1451 [20MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S175 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S422, S423 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Antitrust policy: strengthen prohibition on price discrimination (see S. 4147), S1367 [19MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S683 [25FE]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Brand USA, Inc.: make available certain amounts from Travel Promotion Fund for Corp. for Travel Promotion (see S. 3220), S1092 [17MR]

Business and industry: prevent exploitative private equity practices in health care system (see S. 3829), S577 [11FE]

——— prohibit funding for payment of reimbursements for capital expenditures in oil and gas sector (see S. 3685), S257 [15JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Contracts: prohibit enforcement of certain contractual clauses that restrict disclosure of sexual abuse of minors (see S. 3966), S762 [3MR]

Courts: establish legal standards for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) products (see S. 2937), S1206 [18MR]

——— establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR]

——— modify delayed notice requirements relative to certain warrants (see S. 3663), S578 [11FE]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Cryptocurrency: prohibit bailouts of digital asset market participant (see S. 4157), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

——— transition Puerto Rico to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3958), S731 [2MR]

Dept. of Education: provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S554 [10FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: clarify amounts from declinations should be deposited in Crime Victims Fund and temporarily provide additional deposits into Crime Victims Fund (see S. 1892), S378 [29JA]

——— prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— establish domestic workers bill of rights to protect workplace rights and conditions and ensure implementation and enforcement of such protections (see S. 3396), S131 [12JA]

FAA: establish expert review panel to make recommendations for comprehensive agency-wide safety management system (see S. 3700), S419 [30JA]

——— require all aircraft in controlled airspace to be equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) IN and ADS-B OUT equipment to improve aviation safety (see S. 2503), S626 [23FE]

FCC: expedite processing of satellite and space licenses (see S. 3639), S220 [14JA]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit appointment of political appointees as Inspectors General (see S. 3687), S257 [15JA]

——— require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

FERC: promote creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate impact of data centers on other electricity consumers (see S. 3682), S257 [15JA]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S802 [4MR]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

FRS: require Board of Governors to prescribe regulations relative to network competition in credit card transactions (see S. 3623), S161 [13JA]

FTC: prohibit online platforms from displaying fraudulent or deceptive commercial advertisements (see S. 3774), S803 [4MR]

——— report to Congress on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in advertising or marketing of firearms and issue regulations to prohibit such acts or practices (see S. 3875), S763 [3MR]

Government: prohibit from attacking individuals and organizations for their political speech or participation (see S. 3646), S220 [14JA]

Health: codify rule requiring hospitals and insurers disclose discounted cash pricing and negotiated rates to consumers (see S. 2355), S131 [12JA]

——— prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S1091 [17MR]

Hydroelectric power: support upgrades at existing hydroelectric dams to increase clean energy production, improve resiliency and reliability of electric grid, and enhance health of rivers and associated wildlife habitats (see S. 1183), S682 [25FE]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S732 [2MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

Israel: disapprove licensing for certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 136), S1367 [19MR]

——— disapprove sale of certain defense articles and services (see S.J. Res. 137, 138), S1367 [19MR]

Medicaid: streamline enrollment of certain providers across State lines (see S. 752), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: expand coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B (see S. 3607), S115 [8JA]

National Public Schools Week: designate (see S. Res. 621), S707 [26FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public utilities: establish categorical exclusion for reconductoring within existing rights-of-way (see S. 3947), S706 [26FE]

Ships and vessels: allow States to require payment of fees related to boating as condition for issuance of vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering (see S. 3985), S802 [4MR]

Supreme Court: establish Office of Ethics Counsel and Office of Investigative Counsel (see S. 3914), S681 [25FE]

Taxation: deny interest and depreciation deductions for certain taxpayers (see S. 3904), S650 [24FE]

——— exempt qualified student loan bonds from volume cap and alternative minimum tax (see S. 3761), S470 [3FE]

——— impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

——— make certain modifications to tax income required to fund basic living expenses (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see S. 1532), S16 [5JA]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Agriculture: expand national organic certification cost-share program into comprehensive organic program (see S. 3717), S344 [28JA]

——— modify rural housing financing (see S. 4182), S1580 [24MR]

——— reauthorize and expand Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (see S. 3861), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of Education: eliminate interest on Federal student loans, establish Education Affordability Trust Fund, and increase annual and aggregate loan limits (see S. 4169), S1580 [24MR]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (see S. 4095), S1047 [12MR]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

Medicare: provide coverage of ambulance services that do not include transportation (see S. 3730), S377 [29JA]

Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation: provide for selection of fiscal agent (see S. 3833), S577 [11FE]

Power resources: promote competition in area of digital energy management tools, enhance consumer access to electric energy and natural gas information, and allow for adoption of innovative products and service (see S. 3926), S706 [26FE]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

Cloture motions

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1466 [21MR]

——— establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1348 [19MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 59), S86 [7JA]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S739 [2MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54 [6JA]

——— tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S54 [6JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S573 [11FE]

——— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S323 [28JA], S573 [11FE]

Dept. of State: call for accountability for killing of civilians in attack in Gaza City on January 29, 2024, by Israel Defense Forces and report to Congress on such attack, including use of U.S.-supplied weapons and training (S. 4095), S1049 [12MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1084 [17MR], S1629 [25MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S323 [28JA]

Honduras: call for prosecution and sentencing of those involved in death of environmental activist Berta Caceres, S728 [2MR]

Information technology: revoke immunity for removal of lawful political content by large interactive computer service providers (S. 3546), S46 [6JA]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S323 [28JA]

——— shooting of Renee N. Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, S323 [28JA]

Olympic Games: tribute to Vermont participants, S678 [25FE]

Treaties and agreements: extend New START Treaty, S487 [4FE]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S323 [28JA]

——— disapprove decision to withdraw from international organizations, S251 [15JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Cuba, S1034 [12MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, S86 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S323 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S739 [2MR], S1356 [19MR], S1630 [25MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S86 [7JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1084 [17MR], S1629 [25MR]

Tributes

McClaughry, John, S703 [26FE]

Mitchell, David E., S287 [27JA]

WELCOMING INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7859), H2471 [5MR]

WELFARE see Public Welfare Programs; Social Security

WELFARE ABUSE AND LAUNDERING ZILLIONS (WALZ) ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3642), S220 [14JA]

WELFARE FRAUD DETERRENCE AND RECOVERY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3652), S256 [15JA]

WELLPINIT, WA

Remarks in House

Native Americans: anniversary of Spokane Tribe of Indians, H1981 [4FE]

WELLSBORO, PA

Remarks in House

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

WENDT, JUSTINE

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S262 [15JA]

WERLING, OLIVER

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

WESCHESTER COUNTY, NY

Remarks in House

White Plains, NY: tribute, H2100 [10FE]

WESLEY, CHRISTOPHER K.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E118 [9FE]

WEST, AGNES M. PATRICK

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2708 [25MR]

WEST, GLADYS

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2377 [4MR]

WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI

Remarks in House

Crime: condemn antisemitic attack and commend law enforcement and community response, H2488 [16MR]

WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY

Remarks in House

Helen Hayes Hospital: anniversary, H941 [20JA]

S.W. Johnson Fire Dept.: anniversary, H725 [14JA]

Sparky’s Diner (business): anniversary, H2084 [9FE]

WEST POINT, NY

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY

Remarks in House

Dobbs Ferry, NY: tribute to Senior Citizen Program, H1982 [4FE]

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY: tribute to Hastings Farmers Market, H2558 [18MR]

MyHometownBronxville.com (Internet site): tribute, H2538 [17MR]

New York: tribute to 16th Congressional District local election winners, H2680 [25MR]

WESTERMAN, BRUCE (a Representative from Arkansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H1916 [27JA]

Dept. of HHS: require drug manufacturers to include printed inserts containing drug information when they ship their products to pharmacies (see H.R. 5133), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: allow for certain fee agreements for services rendered in preparation, presentation, and prosecution of initial claims and supplemental claims for benefits (see H.R. 3132), H2531 [16MR]

EPA: provide for consistent definition for plant biostimulants (see H.R. 3783), H2236 [20FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Firearms: prohibit importation, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of .50 caliber rifles (see H.R. 923), H13 [6JA]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H1173 [21JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2712 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (see H.R. 7081), H893 [14JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

U.S. Sentencing Commission: authorize courts to depart from statutory minimum in cases of juvenile offenders, youthful victim offenders, and certain other minors (H.R. 7081), H894 [14JA]

Letters

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: by, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2362 [3MR]

——— Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2362 [3MR]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: by, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2512 [16MR]

——— Representative Babin, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House), H2512 [16MR]

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: several organizations, H1154 [21JA]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: by, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2353 [3MR]

——— Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2352 [3MR]

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2525 [16MR]

Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act: by, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2577 [18MR]

——— several organizations, H2580 [18MR]

Save Our Sequoias Act: by, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2507 [16MR]

——— Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2507 [16MR]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: by, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2511 [16MR]

——— Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2511 [16MR]

Remarks

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

BIA: process and complete all mortgage packages associated with residential and business mortgages on Indian land by certain deadlines (S. 723), H2359, H2361 [3MR]

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1147, H1148, H1152, H1153, H1154, H1155 [21JA]

Chugach Alaska Corp.: exchange non-Federal land for certain Federal land in Chugach Region (H.R. 3903), H2349, H2351 [3MR]

Colorado: make certain modifications to repayment for Arkansas Valley Conduit (H.R. 131), veto, H205, H207 [8JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: authorize to convey, without consideration, certain cemeteries (H.R. 4284), H2510, H2511 [16MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes (H.R. 5910), H2348, H2349 [3MR]

——— authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) (H.R. 681), H2357, H2358 [3MR]

——— clarify motorcycle entrance privileges relative to America the Beautiful interagency pass (H.R. 4386), H2362, H2363 [3MR]

——— issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: develop plan for ensuring timely review of communications use authorizations (H.R. 5419), H2352, H2353 [3MR]

——— establish online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain applications for placement of communications facilities on Federal lands (H.R. 1665), H2511, H2512, H2513 [16MR]

——— prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2576, H2579, H2580 [18MR]

Everglades National Park: incorporate Osceola Camp into Miccosukee Reserved Area and carry out activities to protect structures within Osceola Camp from flooding (H.R. 504), veto, H208, H209 [8JA]

Forest Service: improve health and resiliency of giant sequoias (H.R. 2709), H2503, H2507, H2508 [16MR]

Mining and mineral resources: codify certain Executive orders relative to domestic mining and hardrock mineral resources (H.R. 4090), H1993, H1995, H1998, H2000, H2001, H2002 [4FE]

——— include critical materials in definition of critical mineral (H.R. 755), H2353, H2354, H2356 [3MR]

NOAA: prohibit requiring authorization for work on undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by Federal or State agency (H.R. 261), H2161, H2163, H2165 [11FE]

Public lands: prevent mining projects from qualifying for expanded public lands access if project is owned or operated by foreign entity of concern, H2000, H2001 [4FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park: modify boundary (H.R. 4467), H2509, H2510 [16MR]

Young Fishermen’s Development Act: reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Reports filed

America the Beautiful Motorcycle Fairness Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4386) (H. Rept. 119–450), H892 [14JA]

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Chiricahua National Park Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6380) (H. Rept. 119–543), H2481 [12MR]

Chugach Alaska Land Exchange Oil Spill Recovery Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3903) (H. Rept. 119–451), H892 [14JA]

Critical Mineral Consistency Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 755) (H. Rept. 119–519), H2296 [24FE]

Crow Revenue Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 725) (H. Rept. 119–436), H654 [12JA]

Deploying Infrastructure With Greater Internet Transactions and Legacy (DIGITAL) Applications Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1665) (H. Rept. 119–487), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land Held in Trust for Federally Recognized Indian Tribes: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5910) (H. Rept. 119–453), H892 [14JA]

Dept. of the Interior Leases of Up to 99 Years for Land in Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Land Held in Trust for Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah): Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 681) (H. Rept. 119–449), H892 [14JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Enhancing Administrative Reviews for Broadband Deployment Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5419) (H. Rept. 119–516), H2295 [24FE]

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1681) (H. Rept. 119–439), H654 [12JA]

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2294) (H. Rept. 119–489), H2094 [9FE]

Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 5103) (H. Rept. 119–455), H892 [14JA]

Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4294) (H. Rept. 119–510), H2257 [23FE]

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3340) (H. Rept. 119–512), H2257 [23FE]

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3168) (H. Rept. 119–438), H654 [12JA]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2196) (H. Rept. 119–518), H2296 [24FE]

National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2250) (H. Rept. 119–431), H251 [8JA]

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act Reauthorization: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2860) (H. Rept. 119–437), H654 [12JA]

Proven Forest Management Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 179) (H. Rept. 119–430), H251 [8JA]

Save Our Sequoias Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2709) (H. Rept. 119–542), H2481 [12MR]

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 3073) (H. Rept. 119–514), H2257 [23FE]

Small Cemetery Conveyance Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4284) (H. Rept. 119–454), H892 [14JA]

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2130) (H. Rept. 119–513), H2257 [23FE]

Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 4467) (H. Rept. 119–452), H892 [14JA]

White Oak Resilience Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Tributes

Ballard, Dub, H2379 [4MR]

Schulze, Richard T., E69• [22JA]

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC LEAGUE

Remarks in House

Pennsylvania: tribute to 17th Congressional District Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League high school champions, H801 [14JA]

WESTERN SOUTH DAKOTA WATER SUPPLY PROJECT FEASIBILITY STUDY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3723), S376 [29JA]

Texts of

S. 3723, provisions, S379 [29JA]

WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY

Remarks in House

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

WESTMINSTER COLLEGE

Remarks in House

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark, Fulton, MO: designate (H.R. 1945), H2356, H2357 [3MR]

Reports filed

America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1945) (H. Rept. 119–517), H2296 [24FE]

Texts of

H.R. 1945, America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act, H2356 [3MR]

WESTON COUNTY, WY

Remarks in House

Womack, Jen: Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

WESTWOOD, SEAN J.

Articles and editorials

Exploration of Donald Trump’s Allegations of Massive Voter Fraud in the 2016 General Election (excerpt), H2128–H2131 [11FE]

WETLANDS

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of the Interior: authorize assistance under water storage program (see S. 3732), S377 [29JA]

Remarks in House

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

Remarks in Senate

Great Lakes: Asian carp eradication funding, S971 [11MR]

WGBY–TV (Springfield, MA)

Remarks in House

Television: anniversary of ‘‘As Schools Match Wits’’ academic quiz show, E71 [23JA]

WHALE CHARTS ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7332), H1975 [3FE]

WHEAT RIDGE, CO

Remarks in House

Family Tree, Inc.: Arvada, CO, Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year award recipient, E189 [4MR]

WHELAN, NANCY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E61 [21JA]

WHISTLEBLOWING related term(s) Federal Employees

Bills and resolutions

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2024–04—Whistleblower Protections Under CFPA Section 1057’’ (see S.J. Res. 135), S1367 [19MR]

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (see H.R. 7930), H2483 [12MR]

Federal aid programs: extend whistleblower protections to individuals who disclose misuse of Federal funds administered by State and local officials (see H.R. 7824), H2470 [5MR]

Federal employees: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

——— ensure that Federal employees are fully informed of their whistleblower rights (see S. 4099), S1055 [16MR]

SBA: establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

Taxation: make improvements relative to treatment of whistleblowers (see H.R. 7959), H2550 [17MR]

Remarks in House

Crime: increase mens rea (guilty mind) requirements to protect whistleblowers and journalists for offenses under Espionage Act with requirement to prove specific intent to injure U.S. or aid foreign power (H.R. 7930), H2555 [18MR]

Remarks in Senate

False Claims Act: impact, S587 [12FE]

FBI: allegations of political bias, S599 [12FE]

Federal employees: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (S. 4100), S1171 [18MR]

Government: ensure compliance by Federal agencies with anti-gag provisions of whistleblower protection laws, S104 [8JA], S1171 [18MR]

News media: characterization by New York (NY) Times reporters of whistleblower disclosures relative to FBI investigations, S516–S518 [5FE]

Sunshine Week: observance, S1171 [18MR]

Reports filed

Put America on Commission Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

WHITE, GEORGE H. (a former Representative from North Carolina)

Remarks in House relative to

Tribute, H1993 [4FE]

WHITE COUNTY, TN

Remarks in House

Tennessee Association of Fairs: Champion of Champions award recipient, H2609 [19MR]

WHITE OAK RESILIENCE ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 2405) (H. Rept. 119–434), H251 [8JA]

WHITE PLAINS, NY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2100 [10FE]

Westchester Jewish Council: anniversary, H150 [8JA]

WHITEFIELD, ME

Remarks in House

Watson, Annie: Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner’s Distinguished Service Award recipient, E68 [22JA]

WHITEHOUSE, OH

Remarks in House

Anthony Wayne High School: tribute to cheerleading team, H2587 [18MR]

WHITEHOUSE, RYAN

Remarks in Senate

Tribute, S798 [4MR]

WHITEHOUSE, SHELDON (a Senator from Rhode Island)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1100, S1101, S1103, S1109, S1111, S1112, S1142 [17MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S133, S138 [12JA], S162, S173 [13JA], S222 [14JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S422 [30JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Bankruptcy: modify certain bankruptcy eligibility requirements (see S. 3977), S762 [3MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: tribute to Capitol personnel on anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol (see S. Res. 574), S50 [6JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Strengthening Local Food Security Program (see S. 2338), S1580 [24MR]

——— restore competition in meatpacking industry by reducing excessive concentration and market power and ultimately reduce prices for American consumers (see S. 4007), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see S. 986), S803 [4MR]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see S. 3777), S489 [4FE]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

——— strengthen review of antitrust settlements and ensure they protect consumers, workers, and small businesses (see S. 4107), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: authorize representatives of veterans service organizations to promote certain benefits available to veterans during Transition Assistance Program preseparation counseling (see S. 3938), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Employment: prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 139), S1367 [19MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit awarding of contracts to inverted domestic corporations (see S. 3811), S554 [10FE]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Foreign trade: modify determination of transaction value for customs valuation (see S. 3841), S577 [11FE]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

Housing: impose tax on purchase of single-family homes by certain large investors (see S. 3754), S419 [30JA]

Information technology: require artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures, make certain disclosures, and establish criminal penalties for solicitation or production of sexual content (see S. 3062), S1092 [17MR]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see S. 864), S1580 [24MR]

——— prohibit group health plans and group or individual health insurance issuers from imposing cost-sharing requirements for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations (see S. 1500), S130 [12JA]

——— require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see S. 2903), S883 [5MR]

Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure: conduct research on diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of descendants of individuals exposed to toxic substances while serving as members of Armed Forces (see S. 2061), S882 [5MR]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S652 [24FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S804 [4MR]

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park: establish (see S. 3925), S681 [25FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see S. 3492), S916 [9MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S442 [2FE]

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Rescission of Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions’’ (see S.J. Res. 113), S881 [5MR]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Taxation: impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S579 [11FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

——— modify rules relative to inverted corporations in order to prevent tax avoidance by domestic companies moving operations to foreign countries (see S. 3847), S577 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

American Shore and Beach Preservation Association: anniversary (see S. Res. 659), S1544 [23MR]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws’’ (see S.J. Res. 144), S1614 [25MR]

——— disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02—Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed’’ (see S.J. Res. 143), S1614 [25MR]

Credit: empower States to set maximum annual percentage rates applicable to consumer credit transactions (see S. 3721), S376 [29JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3581), S49 [6JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 122), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (see S.J. Res. 119), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions’’ (see S.J. Res. 106), S489 [4FE]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction’’ (see S.J. Res. 120), S915 [9MR]

——— disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review—Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources’’ (see S.J. Res. 121), S915 [9MR]

Medicare: provide for prior authorization reforms under Medicare Advantage program (see S. 3762), S470 [3FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces: combat transnational organized crime and reduce availability of illicit narcotics in U.S. by using prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to enforcement (see S. 4004), S881 [5MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: establish public health insurance option (see S. 3599), S115 [8JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Taxation: end tax-free treatment of certain corporate reorganizations that involve large corporations (see S. 4185), S1614 [25MR]

——— impose windfall profits excise tax on crude oil and rebate tax collected back to individual taxpayers (see S. 4111), S1090 [17MR]

Letters

Order to suspend all ongoing activities related to Revolution Wind Project on Outer Continental Shelf: Matthew N. Giacona, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, S92 [7JA]

Lists

Media sources reporting on documents and records relating to Jeffrey Epstein, S876 [5MR]

Motions

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), S72 [7JA]

Remarks

Barr, William P.: characterization as Attorney General of summary letter on contents of special counsel report on investigation of relationship between President Trump’s campaign and Russian officials, S872 [5MR]

Boasberg, James E.: impeachment, S223–S225 [14JA]

Capitol Building and Grounds: anniversary of January 6, 2021, attack on U.S. Capitol, S34 [6JA]

Climate: effects of climate change, S457 [3FE]

——— effects of climate change on home insurance premiums, S1471 [21MR]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), S176, S177 [13JA]

——— recognize that climate change is not hoax (S. Res. 550), unanimous-consent request, S177 [13JA]

Courts: affirm rule of law and legitimacy of judicial review, S223 [14JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding, S325 [28JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting law enforcement officer during attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3581), S35 [6JA]

——— prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (S. 3582), S35 [6JA]

——— require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S873 [5MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), House amendment, S1468 [21MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), motion to proceed, S325 [28JA]

EPA: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period’’ (S.J. Res. 86), motion to proceed, S72 [7JA]

Epstein, Jeffrey: investigate reports and records of associations with Russia, S873–S877 [5MR]

Fish and fishing: combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing at its sources globally (S. 688), S1500 [22MR]

Government regulations: reform Federal regulatory permitting and project review processes for energy and infrastructure projects, S91 [7JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities, S207 [14JA]

Supreme Court: anniversary of decision in Citizens United v. FEC on corporate political contributions used for political speech, S206 [14JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, S325 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to energy policy, S179 [13JA], S1470 [21MR]

——— evaluation of administration relative to immigration, S325 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to judiciary, S223–S225 [14JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to offshore wind projects, S91 [7JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Russia, S872 [5MR]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, S1468 [21MR]

WHITESIDES, GEORGE (a Representative from California)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Animals: provide for humane treatment of dogs (see H.R. 2253), H13 [6JA]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: issue loan guarantees for purposes of financing improvements to school lunch facilities and training school food service personnel (see H.R. 5731), H2712 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Justice: allow use of certain grants for Blue Envelope Programs to improve communications and interactions between law enforcement and public safety personnel and individuals with certain disabilities (see H.R. 6908), H657 [12JA]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

Health: improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans for certain self-funded, non-Federal Government plans (see H.R. 1521), H2711 [25MR]

——— modernize prescription verification process for contact lenses and clarify consumer protections regarding false advertising of contact lenses (see H.R. 4282), H2712 [25MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

Motley, Constance Baker: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 5309), H2033 [4FE]

National Credit Union Administration: provide flexibility to increase Federal credit union loan maturities (see H.R. 4167), H2712 [25MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1923 [30JA]

OMB: revise Standard Occupational Classification system to establish separate code for direct support professionals (see H.R. 6137), H2712 [25MR]

Taxation: extend enhanced health insurance premium tax credit (see H.R. 5145), H136 [7JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection: require to refund tariffs collected under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see H.R. 7615), H2259 [23FE] (see H.R. 7736), H2332 [26FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (see H.R. 7150), H947 [20JA]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: report quarterly to Congress on housing loans insured, guaranteed, or otherwise administered (H.R. 7150), H948 [20JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Agriculture: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

Domestic policy: lower cost of consumer products and increase affordability, H1971 [3FE]

Santa Clarita, CA: honor members of Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team who died in car crash and express condolences to families, H2190 [12FE]

Tributes

Kuehl, Donald L., E119• [9FE]

Melvill, Mike, H2686 [25MR]

WHITTENBURG, GEORGE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2103 [10FE]

WHOLE MILK FOR HEALTHY KIDS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (S. 222), H723 [14JA]

Thompson, Representative Glenn: legislative accomplishments, H139 [8JA]

WICHITA, KS

Bills and resolutions

LaMunyon, Richard: tribute to founding of Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics (see H. Con. Res. 76), H2471 [5MR]

Lists

Victims of American Airlines flight 5342, S334 [28JA]

Remarks in House

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, E77 [27JA]

Remarks in Senate

District of Columbia: anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, S334 [28JA]

WICKER, ROGER F. (a Senator from Mississippi)

Articles and editorials

Beloved Oak Fell, and Oxford Rose. What Happened When ‘‘Thunder Ice’’ Came to My Home in Mississippi, Beth A. Fennelly, Garden & Gun (publication), S481 [4FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Adoption: criminalize unlawful adoption practices (see S. 3285), S510 [5FE]

AID: transfer all functions, duties, assets, etc., relating to implementing and administering Food for Peace Act to Dept. of Agriculture (see S. 525), S916 [9MR]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

Corps of Engineers and EPA: establish payment and performance security requirements for water infrastructure projects (see S. 570), S90 [7JA]

Courts: give Federal courts additional discretion to determine whether pretrial detention is appropriate for defendants charged with nonviolent drug offenses in Federal criminal cases (see S. 3960), S731 [2MR]

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see S. 1404), S1091 [17MR]

Dept. of HHS: award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to establish, maintain, or improve activities relative to detection and monitoring of infectious diseases through wastewater (see S. 4048), S1009 [11MR]

——— study and report to Congress on use of home cardiorespiratory monitors for infants (see S. 3712), S1048 [12MR]

Dept. of Justice: report to Congress on Federal criminal offenses (see S. 3868), S609 [12FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see S. 4139), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: reauthorize National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (see S. 1547), S442 [2FE]

——— require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

Drugs: focus limited Federal resources on most serious offenders by modifying sentencing guidelines for certain drug offenses (see S. 3959), S731 [2MR]

Employment: expand use of E-Verify program for employment eligibility confirmation and hold employers accountable (see S. 1151), S959 [10MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

FDIC: provide insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts (see S. 4198), S1614 [25MR]

Financial institutions: modify frequency of credit union boards of directors meetings (see S. 522), S882 [5MR]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see S. 3916), S733 [2MR]

Japan: recognize importance of U.S.-Japan alliance and welcome visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (see S. Res. 652), S1367 [19MR]

Law enforcement officers: allow Federal officers to purchase retired service weapons (see S. 4117), S1090 [17MR]

Mississippi: establish Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of Natchez Historical Park (see S. 3878), S609 [12FE]

NASA: conduct Public-Private Talent Exchange Program to foster collaboration with commercial space industry (see S. 3672), S257 [15JA]

National parks and recreation areas: provide lifetime America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass to law enforcement officers and firefighters (see S. 3456), S1048 [12MR]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S1056 [16MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

Treaties and agreements: require advice and consent of Senate for entry or reentry into any international climate agreement (see S. 3713), S344 [28JA]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S378 [29JA] (see S. 3752), S611 [12FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Adoption: provide limited accreditation option for performing certain adoption services (see S. 3678), S257 [15JA]

Army: waive 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody A. Khork (see S. 4138), S1205 [18MR]

Courts: establish task force to address legal and ethical issues related to use of artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in U.S. judicial system (see S. 4154), S1367 [19MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disinter remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX (S. 1071), technical corrections (see S. 4164), S1544 [23MR]

NOAA: reauthorize Regional Ocean Partnerships (see S. 3791), S509 [5FE]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE]

Cloture motions

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S877 [5MR], S952 [10MR], S1005 [11MR]

——— expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), motion to proceed, S692 [26FE], S728 [2MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S157 [13JA], S230 [15JA]

McCormack, Ryan: nomination to be Under Sec. of Transportation for Policy, S641 [24FE], S697 [26FE]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (S.J. Res. 104), S791 [4MR]

Committee on Armed Services (Senate): nomination lists, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Mississippi: tribute to first responders, National Guard, and others helping to mitigate hazardous conditions during winter storm, S481 [4FE]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S913 [9MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent request, S913 [9MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S791 [4MR]

Ukraine: security assistance in response to Russian invasion, S197 [14JA], S504 [5FE]

Reports filed

Air Force Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Army Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Marine Corps Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S375, S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Navy Nominations: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S376 [29JA], S705 [26FE], S1579 [24MR]

Nomination of Brian Birdwell To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Sustainment: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

Nomination of Mark Ditlevson To Be Assistant Sec. of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas Security Affairs: Committee on Armed Services (Senate), S958 [10MR]

Tributes

Jemmott, Matthew J., S606 [12FE]

Keast, John P., S70 [7JA]

Killeen, Robin, S607• [12FE]

WIED, TONY (a Representative from Wisconsin)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Clean Air Act: prohibit enforcement of laws relative to installation, certification, and maintenance of emissions control devices (see H.R. 8079), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: delay implementation of amendments to laws governing hemp production (see H.R. 7024), H925 [16JA]

——— require States to provide data on fraud within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see H.R. 8028), H2621 [19MR]

Dept. of State: submit report on designation of Reynosa/Los Metros faction of Gulf Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sinaloa Cartel, and Cartel Del Noreste faction of Los Zetas as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 885), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

——— consider threat of invasive species before imposing fishway requirement on hydroelectric dam license (see H.R. 7940), H2529 [16MR]

Dept. of Transportation: update requirements to qualify for special rule relating to project costs for airports in economically distressed communities (see H.R. 6448), H719 [13JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: allow for certain fee agreements for services rendered in preparation, presentation, and prosecution of initial claims and supplemental claims for benefits (see H.R. 3132), H2097 [9FE]

District of Columbia: permit Members of Congress who have valid license or permit to carry concealed firearm to carry concealed firearm in District (see H.R. 4788), H2097 [9FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H2033 [4FE]

FEC: prohibit certain political committees from compensating candidate’s spouse for certain services and require such committees report payments made to spouse and immediate family members of candidate (see H.R. 7304), H1921 [30JA]

FEMA: address ecosystem restoration projects (see H.R. 6256), H2531 [16MR]

Immigration: subject aliens convicted of fraud to deportation and bestow concurrent jurisdiction to revoke citizenship of any naturalized U.S. citizen convicted of fraud on any court that enters such conviction (see H.R. 6975), H251 [8JA]

Iran: impose sanctions on persons engaged in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion relating to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and related petrochemical products from Iran (see H.R. 1422), H1352 [22JA]

Labor unions: protect free choice of individual employees relative to participation in labor organizations (see H.R. 1232), H656 [12JA]

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Res. 984), H615 [9JA]

Pharmaceuticals: establish special registration under Controlled Substances Act for schedule I eligible investigational drugs under Federal Right To Try law (see H.R. 6434), H136 [7JA]

Smithsonian Institution: permit American Women’s History Museum to be located within National Mall Reserve (see H.R. 1329), H135 [7JA]

Taxation: establish Jumpstart Programs for saving for apprenticeship and trade occupation training (see H.R. 7115), H2097 [9FE]

——— reinstate deduction for personal casualty losses (see H.R. 3469), H2097 [9FE]

——— remove income limitation on exclusion from gross income of any medal or prize money won in competition in Olympic Games or Paralympic Games (see H.R. 7731), H2332 [26FE]

——— terminate Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate (see H.R. 7527), H2217 [12FE]

——— treat certain postsecondary credentialing expenses as qualified higher education expenses for purposes of 529 accounts (see H.R. 1151), H616 [9JA]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

White House Conference on Small Business Authorization Act: reauthorize (see H.R. 6855), H2097 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2229 [17FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Justice: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (see H.R. 7719), H2328 [25FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Justice: administer grants to discourage repeat offenders (H.R. 7719), H2330 [25FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H137 [8JA]

Remarks

FDA: establish expedited process for approval of certain biologics license application supplements for blood centers (H.R. 5791), H1158 [21JA]

Irwin, Deedra: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

National Blood Donor Month: observance, H1158 [21JA]

Schommer, Paul: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Tributes

Dawes, Brenda, H801 [14JA]

Pethan, Josie, H801 [14JA]

WIESE, LARRY S.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E130 [11FE]

WIGGINS, JOE

Remarks in House

Mendenhall, MS: anniversary of First Baptist Church Mendenhall, E229 [18MR]

WILDENRADT, ANNIE L.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2592 [18MR]

WILDERNESS AREAS

Bills and resolutions

Colorado: designate certain lands as components of National Wilderness Preservation System (see H.R. 7425), H2094 [9FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Remarks in House

Crag Rats (organization): anniversary, E182 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: issue guidance on climbing management in designated wilderness areas, H1969 [3FE]

WILDFIRE AERIAL RESPONSE SAFETY ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Texts of

H.R. 6618, provisions, H2654 [24MR]

WILDFIRE AND GRID RELIABILITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

WILDFIRES

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Energy: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out forest management activities that reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires (see H.R. 7578), H2224 [13FE]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (see S. Res. 577), S115 [8JA] (see H. Res. 980), H134 [7JA]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (see S. 3609), S115 [8JA]

——— establish interagency task force on expediting disaster relief funding (see S. 4022), S881 [5MR]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest areas damaged by wildfires (see S. 3785), S509 [5FE]

Taxation: exclude qualified wildfire relief payments from gross income (see H.R. 7825), H2470 [5MR]

Letters

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Remarks in House

California: disaster assistance, H106, H110 [7JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve respiratory protection standards for wildland firefighters (S. 3183), H150 [8JA]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

——— issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (H. Res. 980), H110 [7JA]

FAA: study effects of drone incursions on wildfire suppression (H.R. 6618), H228 [8JA], H2654, H2655 [24MR]

NASA: utilize Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program to improve aerial responses to wildfires (H.R. 390), H2241, H2242 [23FE]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521–H2523 [16MR]

Nebraska: recognize damage caused by wildfires and commend first responders and community members for disaster response efforts, H2554 [18MR]

Thornton, CO: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, H2412 [4MR]

Remarks in Senate

Disasters: anniversary of 2025 Southern California wildfires (S. Res. 577), S119 [8JA]

FEMA: establish community protection and wildfire resilience grant program (S. 3609), S117 [8JA]

Nebraska: tribute to firefighters and first responders for response to wildfires, S1064 [17MR]

Reports filed

Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act: Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (House) (H.R. 390) (H. Rept. 119–501), H2232 [20FE]

Carry Out Forest Service Activities to Suppress Wildfires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 178) (H. Rept. 119–429), H251 [8JA]

Direct Hire To Fight Fires: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 435) (H. Rept. 119–432), H251 [8JA]

Grazing for Wildfire Risk Reduction Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1110) (H. Rept. 119–433), H251 [8JA]

Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (House) (H.R. 6618) (H. Rept. 119–548), H2529 [16MR]

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 390, Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) Act, H2241 [23FE]

H.R. 528, Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act, H2524 [16MR]

H.R. 5729, North Rim Restoration Act, H2521 [16MR]

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

H.R. 6618, Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act, H2654 [24MR]

S. Res. 577, 2025 Southern California wildfires anniversary, S117 [8JA]

WILDLIFE

Bills and resolutions

Crime: adjust Lacey Act Amendments provisions relative to captive wildlife offenses (see H.R. 7159), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: improve wildlife habitat connectivity and wildlife migration corridors (see S. 4091), S1047 [12MR]

——— reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Interior: accept and incorporate data collected by State wildlife agencies when making listing and delisting determinations for endangered and threatened species (see S. 4146), S1367 [19MR]

——— assist Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations with protection, conservation, and fostering of buffalo herds and habitat on Indian lands (see H.R. 7954), H2550 [17MR]

——— establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7832), H2470 [5MR]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: carry out, and coordinate on, activities to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock species of animals on certain Federal lands (see H.R. 7466), H2118 [10FE]

Endangered Species Act: limit application relative to certain actions under national flood insurance program (see H.R. 7862), H2475 [9MR]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

National Osceola Turkey Day: designate (see S. Res. 647), S1091 [17MR]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

Casalena, Mary Jo: National Wild Turkey Federation Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, H2636 [24MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527–H2529 [16MR]

Melbourne, FL: Brevard Zoo Sea Turtle Healing Center funding, H2239 [23FE]

Melbourne Beach, FL: tribute to first responders and wildlife experts for manatee rescue, H2240 [23FE]

Passaglia, Michael A.: California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E166 [25FE]

Reid, Frederic A. (Fritz): California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame inductee, E163 [25FE]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt’’ (H.J. Res. 78), E75 [27JA]

——— modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Agriculture: strategies to combat New World screwworm and enhance U.S. preparedness and response capabilities against potential outbreaks in livestock, S502 [5FE]

NOAA: establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), S1503 [22MR]

——— establish Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program (S. 843), unanimous-consent agreement, S1504 [22MR]

Reports filed

Endangered Species Act Amendments: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 1897) (H. Rept. 119–568), H2674 [24MR]

Texts of

H.R. 831, establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, H2527 [16MR]

S. 843, Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, S1503, S1504 [22MR]

S. Res. 647, National Osceola Turkey Day, S1095 [17MR]

WILDLIFE REFUGES

Reports filed

No Federal Expansion Designation (FED) in West Texas Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 839) (H. Rept. 119–435), H251 [8JA]

WILDLIFE RESTORATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (see H.R. 7629), H2234 [20FE]

Remarks in House

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: modify treatment of District of Columbia under certain wildlife and fish restoration laws (H.R. 7629), E147 [20FE]

WILKINS, ROGER

Remarks in House

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

WILKINS, STEPHEN R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E163 [25FE]

WILKINSON, KHADINE (MISS KITTY)

Proclamations

Tribute to Khadine (Miss Kitty) Wilkinson: Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, E223 [17MR]

WILLIAMS, DAN

Remarks in House

Woodland Park, CO: Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

WILLIAMS, DANEÉ

Remarks in House

Tribute, E263 [25MR]

WILLIAMS, DEMETRIUS

Remarks in House

New Jersey: tribute to 10th Congressional District Black History Month essay contest winners, H942 [20JA]

WILLIAMS, FREDERICK, SR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E83 [30JA]

WILLIAMS, JAMES L.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E41 [14JA]

WILLIAMS, JOSEPH R.

Remarks in House

Texas: 24th Congressional District Veteran Commendation recipient, E39 [14JA]

WILLIAMS, LISA

Remarks in House

Florida: tribute to African American achievements and contributions to central Florida, H2189 [12FE], E134 [12FE]

WILLIAMS, NIKEMA (a Representative from Georgia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see H. Con. Res. 68), H895 [14JA]

Atlanta, GA: commemorate anniversary and condemn shootings at spas, express condolences to families and victims, and combat hate, bigotry, and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander community (see H. Res. 1116), H2530 [16MR]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Caribbean American Heritage Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 547), H1923 [30JA]

CBO: study long-term economic impact of Trump administration immigration policies (see H.R. 7345), H2029 [4FE]

Correctional institutions: improve recruitment and retention of Federal correctional officers (see H.R. 7033), H2259 [23FE]

Courts: remove defense of qualified immunity in any action by State or local officials, including police officers, that violates legal and constitutionally secured rights (see H.R. 7046), H1950 [2FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

Dept. of HHS: carry out public awareness campaign on importance of father inclusion and engagement in improving overall health outcomes during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum (see H.R. 5828), H921 [15JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: defer removal of certain Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian nationals for certain period (see H.R. 7608), H2233 [20FE]

——— establish certain limitations on Federal immigration enforcement personnel (see H.R. 5973), H1950 [2FE]

——— mandate reporting requirements pertaining to detainees in immigration detention facilities (see H.R. 7347), H2029 [4FE]

——— remove U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement funding allocated in One Big Beautiful Bill Act (see H.R. 7346), H2029 [4FE]

Dept. of State: require report on investigation into death of Shireen Abu Akleh (see H.R. 7281), H1920 [30JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2422 [4MR]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H657 [12JA]

Drugs: require regulated persons to identify tableting machines and encapsulating machines by serial number (see H.R. 5880), H2120 [10FE]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

——— allow workers to make requests about schedules without fear of retaliation and ensure employers consider such requests in order to provide more stable and predictable schedules for employees (see H.R. 6786), H2221 [12FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

——— make it unlawful to sell firearms without promoting safe storage, disseminate safe storage best practices, create grants for safe storage device distribution, and allow tax credit for such device sales (see H.R. 4487), H1923 [30JA]

Food industry: prohibit retail food stores from price gouging and engaging in surveillance-based price setting practices (see H.R. 4966), H1352 [22JA]

House Rules: require that individual elected by special election shall have oath of office administered and be seated not later than five legislative days after special election results are certified (see H.R. 7101), H919 [15JA]

Insurance: require group health plans to provide exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol (see H.R. 5509), H2236 [20FE]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see H.R. 7806), H2420 [4MR]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2477 [9MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Law enforcement: prohibit certain activities of immigration officers in connection with elections (see H.R. 7621), H2234 [20FE]

Lobbyists: require individuals hired as consultants who provide paid strategic advice in support of lobbying contact with government official to register as lobbyists (see H.R. 7231), H1350 [22JA]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H893 [14JA]

Postal Service: facilitate implementation of security measures (see H.R. 1065), H2235 [20FE]

Trump, President: impeachment (see H. Res. 939), H1923 [30JA]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

International Black Aviation Professionals Day: designate (see H. Res. 1064), H2219 [12FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), H2145 [11FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections, H2145 [11FE]

WILLIAMS, PHILLIP, JR.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S1046 [12MR]

WILLIAMS, ROGER (a Representative from Texas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H2225 [13FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: clarify authority relative to persons regulated by State insurance regulator (see H.R. 4735), H2097 [9FE]

Crime: enhance enforcement relative to material depicting obscene child sexual abuse or constituting child pornography (see H.R. 4831), H2097 [9FE]

——— establish interagency task force to dismantle and shut down transnational criminal syndicates perpetuating mass online scam operations against Americans (see H.R. 5490), H2370 [3MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: suspend certain payment limitations relating to agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage for certain crop year and make advance partial payments under such coverages for such crop year (see H.R. 5710), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of Justice: expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

Dept. of Transportation: eliminate Carbon Reduction Program and PROTECT Program and dedicate funding to new bridge formula program that distributes funding based primarily on overall deck area (see H.R. 7442), H2095 [9FE]

Elections: promote integrity and improve administration of Federal elections (see H.R. 7300), H1950 [2FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2330 [25FE]

Fair Credit Reporting Act: amend civil liability requirements to include requirements relating to class actions (see H.R. 5775), H2712 [25MR]

Financial institutions: make improvements to Federal banking laws (see H.R. 6955), H133 [7JA]

Firearms: prohibit Federal funding of State firearm ownership databases (see H.R. 7678), H2326 [25FE]

Medicare: provide coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests (see H.R. 842), H656 [12JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: establish certain requirements relative to prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit managers (see H.R. 6609), H2259 [23FE]

Motor vehicles: prevent theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts (see H.R. 5221), H719 [13JA]

National Telecommunications and Information Administration: improve Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (see H.R. 1870), H135 [7JA]

Natural gas: anniversary of first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in lower 48 States (see H. Res. 1076), H2296 [24FE]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: establish Chief Critical Minerals Negotiator (see H.R. 6659), H925 [16JA]

Taxation: eliminate dollar limitations on exclusion of gain from sales of principal residences (see H.R. 7034), H2120 [10FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2120 [10FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

SBA: establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (see H.R. 7412), H2041 [5FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

SBA: establish Office of Whistleblower Awards (H.R. 7412), H2042 [5FE]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H927 [20JA]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2299 [25FE]

Remarks

SBA: amend microloan eligibility for Northern Mariana Islands (H.R. 3496), H929, H930 [20JA]

——— help small business concerns critically evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools (H.R. 5784), H934, H936 [20JA]

——— modify criteria for loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion or expansion (H.R. 5763), H930, H931 [20JA]

——— require annual portfolio risk analysis of loans guaranteed under Small Business Investment Act (H.R. 5788), H932, H933, H934 [20JA]

——— require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (H.R. 5764), H931, H932 [20JA]

Stephenville, TX: Stephenville High School recipient of National Football Foundation Hatchell Cup award recipient, H2300 [25FE]

Votes: position on missed, H647• [12JA]

Reports filed

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7396) (H. Rept. 119–498), H2227 [17FE]

Put America on Commission Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7412) (H. Rept. 119–499), H2232 [20FE]

Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act: Committee on Small Business (House) (H.R. 7401) (H. Rept. 119–500), H2232 [20FE]

WILLIAMS, SUSAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2559 [18MR]

WILLIAMS, TAYLAR N.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E201 [9MR]

WILLIAMS, YARBROUGH, JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E137 [13FE]

WILLIAMSPORT, PA

Remarks in House

Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Service: National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award recipient, H1968 [3FE]

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center: tribute to Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification, H2083 [9FE]

WILLIS, BOB

Remarks in House

Tribute, H802 [14JA]

WILLIS, JAMES R.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2174 [11FE]

WILSON, FREDERICA S. (a Representative from Florida)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

African Americans: recognize and celebrate significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions (see H. Res. 1088), H2333 [26FE]

Armed Forces: prohibit discrimination on basis of gender identity (see H.R. 3569), H2097 [9FE]

Black History Month: observance (see H. Res. 1080), H2328 [25FE]

Children and youth: provide grants to improve trauma support services and mental health care for children and youth in educational settings (see H.R. 7497), H2185 [11FE]

Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services: establish (see H.R. 7238), H1912 [23JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Consumers: reinstate energy improvement tax credits, incentivize energy efficiency, assist low-income households with energy bills, crack down on price gouging, and ensure high-consumption facilities pay their own costs (see H.R. 7977), H2596 [18MR]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish Office of Small Farms (see H.R. 7562), H2371 [3MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— repeal work requirements that disqualify able-bodied adults from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility (see H.R. 7522), H2217 [12FE]

Dept. of Defense: establish pilot program for partnerships between covered basic needs banks and military installations to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families (see H.R. 6138), H1352 [22JA]

——— limit and regulate transfer of surplus military equipment to State and local law enforcement agencies (see H.R. 7766), H2368 [3MR]

——— restore access to curricula, books, and other learning materials at schools operated by Dept. of Defense Education Activity (see H.R. 5527), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of Education: address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students (see H.R. 1810), H2188 [11FE]

——— ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid living wage (see H.R. 7032), H717 [13JA]

——— provide for long-term improvement of public school facilities (see H.R. 7340), H2029 [4FE]

——— provide grants to cover costs of opposing challenges to use of specific instructional materials, or availability of specific school library materials, in public elementary and secondary schools (see H.R. 7691), H2327 [25FE]

——— require certain local educational agencies to distribute guidance to students, parents, and other local community members on firearm safety (see H.R. 7591), H2228 [17FE]

——— support States and high-need local educational agencies in increasing number of mental health services providers in schools (see H.R. 4253), H1949 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— conduct public health education, awareness, and outreach campaign to enhance access to abortion and related health services (see H.R. 2497), H2259 [23FE]

——— dedicate sufficient resources for support of LGBTQ+ youth seeking help from 9-8-8 suicide prevention hotline (see H.R. 5434), H2097 [9FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (see H.R. 7481), H2330 [25FE]

——— prohibit from carrying out any policy that imposes arbitrary monetary threshold on obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds (see H.R. 7829), H2470 [5MR]

——— require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform initial health screening on detainees (see H.R. 7335), H1975 [3FE]

——— rescind certain immigration enforcement funds to provide for new credits related to expanding access to housing (see H.R. 6390), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see H.R. 7917), H2482 [12MR]

Dept. of State: establish Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Peoples (see H.R. 6056), H2225 [13FE]

Dept. of Transportation: increase access to higher education and center-based Head Start programs by providing public transit grants (see H.R. 7099), H919 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see H.J. Res. 144), H2677 [24MR]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see H.R. 7531), H2217 [12FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

FDA: establish standardized pathogen and microorganism testing of infant formula products and manufacturing facilities and mandate notification of specific positive tests and inspection classifications (see H.R. 7867), H2475 [9MR]

Federal agencies and departments: provide for appropriations to pay Federal employees and contractors during certain periods of lapses in appropriations (see H.R. 7322), H2098 [9FE]

Federal Crop Insurance Corp.: conduct research and development on frost or cold weather insurance (see H.R. 7464), H2118 [10FE]

Firearms: issue extreme risk protection orders to allow family or law enforcement to petition to have firearms temporarily removed from person who may present danger to others or themselves (see H.R. 7599), H2228 [17FE]

Greensboro, NC: recognize significance of Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in (see H. Res. 1040), H2041 [5FE]

Haiti: permit nationals to be eligible for temporary protected status (see H.R. 1689), H2097 [9FE]

——— protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: recognize community water fluoridation as safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health (see H. Res. 1087), H2333 [26FE]

Homeless: provide path to end homelessness (see H.R. 4872), H2598 [18MR]

Immigration: repeal provision to require certain State and local law enforcement cooperation relative to communication on citizenship or immigration status (see H.R. 7252), H1914 [27JA]

IRS: clarify that all Internal Revenue Code provisions shall apply to legally married same-sex couples in same manner as other married couples (see H.R. 4157), H2097 [9FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: fly U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of memory (see H. Res. 1107), H2471 [5MR]

——— tribute (see H. Res. 1106), H2420 [4MR]

King, Martin Luther, Jr.: honor Dr. King by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate (see H. Res. 1004), H920 [15JA]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicare: improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization process through common-sense transparency, electronic adoption, and analysis of items and services subject to prior authorization (see H.R. 3514), H2097 [9FE]

——— require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1039), H2031 [4FE]

National CACFP Week: designate (see H. Res. 1118), H2550 [17MR]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see H.R. 7549), H2218 [12FE]

National Museum of African American History and Culture: support African American history education programs (see H.R. 7740), H2332 [26FE]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

Noem, Sec. of Homeland Security: impeachment (see H. Res. 996), H1916 [27JA]

Older Americans Act: recognize value of nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving health and quality of life for millions of seniors each year (see H. Res. 1002), H949 [20JA]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see H.R. 7802), H2419 [4MR]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see H.R. 1529), H2336 [2MR]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2421 [4MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see H. Res. 1058), H2186 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, Tuskegee, AL: designate (see H.R. 6006), H2236 [20FE]

Women: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of Transportation: establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (see H.R. 8068), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of Transportation: establish Transit Workforce Center to support recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers (H.R. 8068), H2676 [24MR]

Proclamations

Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami, FL, chapter: by, E212• [12MR]

Remarks

Gilbert, Oliver G., III: 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Inc., Congressional Award recipient, E208• [12MR]

WILSON, JOE (a Representative from South Carolina)

Articles and editorials

It’s Well Past Time Dems Ended DHS Shutdown Charade—Before It’s Too Late, New York (NY) Post, E225• [17MR]

Jason Miyares Alleges ‘Very Organized’ and Well-Funded Network Propping Up Antisemitic Activity, Marc Rod, Jewish Insider (publication), E130• [11FE]

Michael Reagan Was More Than the Gipper’s Son, Scott Walker, Washington (DC) Times, E19• [9JA]

Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Chinese Prison, Kamden Mulder, National Review (publication), E117• [9FE]

Takaichi Rolls to a Landslide Victory in Japan, Wall Street Journal, E114• [9FE]

Tide-Turning ‘Gettysburg of Korea’ Battle Commemorated 75 Years Later, Andrew Salmon, Washington (DC) Times, E147• [20FE]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: improve housing and environmental health and safety protections for members and their families residing in military family housing (see H.R. 7188), H1352 [22JA]

Barth Syndrome Awareness Day: designate (see H. Res. 1060), H2187 [11FE]

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H1949 [2FE]

China: condemn coercive actions against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirm U.S. commitment to allies in Indo-Pacific region (see H. Res. 971), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Commerce: authorize to appoint certain Bureau of Industry and Security personnel in order to attract highly qualified experts (see H.R. 7003), H895 [14JA]

Dept. of Education: require higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share certain Civil Rights Act information, including link to webpage to submit discrimination complaints (see H.R. 6857), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of HHS: assess how Executive departments address mental health crisis prevention and awareness (see H.R. 6940), H657 [12JA]

——— require States to account for fraudulent child care provider payments (see H.R. 7720), H2371 [3MR]

Dept. of Justice: authorize Foreign Claims Settlement Commission to process claims against Honduras related to expropriation of property of U.S. persons (see H.R. 7807), H2420 [4MR]

——— expand and clarify grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded governmental program, joined terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses (see H.R. 7156), H948 [20JA]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal agencies and departments: eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and funding for agencies, contractors, organizations receiving grants, and educational accreditation agencies (see H.R. 925), H2032 [4FE]

——— prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H253 [8JA]

Insurance: apply additional payments, discounts, and other financial assistance towards cost-sharing requirements of health insurance plans (see H.R. 6423), H136 [7JA]

Jimmy Lai Day: observance (see H. Res. 930), H2298 [24FE]

Korean American Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 995), H718 [13JA]

Medicaid: enable State Medicaid programs to provide comprehensive, coordinated care through health home to individuals with sickle cell disease (see H.R. 5178), H2598 [18MR]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2370 [3MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see H. Res. 1023), H1915 [27JA]

Olympic Games: mint coins in commemoration of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, CA, and 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, UT (see H.R. 4382), H2188 [11FE]

Poland: recognize Polish-American friendship and reaffirm U.S. interest in democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland (see H. Res. 1082), H2328 [25FE]

Russia: call for return of abducted Ukrainian children before finalizing any peace agreement to end war against Ukraine (see H. Res. 564), H136 [7JA]

——— prohibit importation of Russian energy products produced at refineries outside Russia (see H.R. 7095), H919 [15JA]

Social Security: establish disability benefit offset for Purple Heart recipients (see H.R. 7120), H2097 [9FE]

Taxation: simplify filing of Form 5500 for employee benefit plan administrators (see H.R. 7362), H2030 [4FE]

Ukraine: express that Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933 (Holodomor) should serve as reminder of repressive Soviet policies against people of Ukraine (see H. Res. 915), H136 [7JA]

Venezuela: commend President Trump, Armed Forces, intelligence community, and Dept. of Justice for success of ‘‘Operation Absolute Resolve’’ (see H. Res. 998), H893 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (see H.R. 7724), H2332 [26FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (see H.R. 7668), H2296 [24FE]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (see H.R. 7415), H2094 [9FE]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (see H.R. 8069), H2675 [24MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: sustain sanctions against States that are noncompliant relative to certain enforcement actions against child care providers (H.R. 7724), H2333 [26FE]

Dept. of State: require report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia (country) (H.R. 7668), H2297 [24FE]

Russia: designate Russian-based paramilitary organizations and their successor entities as foreign terrorist organizations (H.R. 7415), H2096 [9FE]

Telecommunications: enhance U.S. strategic coordination of security, installation, maintenance, and repair of international subsea fiber-optic cables (H.R. 8069), H2676 [24MR]

Obituaries

Hipp, Van D., E157• [24FE]

Holtz, Louis L., E198• [9MR]

Metz, Karen A., E100• [4FE]

Patel, Ravindra: Asian American Hotel Owners Association, E213• [12MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H148 [8JA], H620 [12JA], H928 [20JA], H1130 [21JA], H2046 [9FE], H2107 [10FE], H2378 [4MR]

Remarks

Blythewood, SC: tribute to Blythewood High School girls’ basketball team, E208• [12MR]

——— tribute to Westwood High School boys’ basketball team, E212• [12MR]

Columbia, SC: tribute to Ridge View High School boys’ basketball team, E209• [12MR]

Dept. of Defense: conduct cost and feasibility study evaluating H. pylori screening for Armed Forces members and veterans, E210• [12MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations, E225• [17MR]

Georgia (country): Georgian Dream party support for terrorist regime in Iran, H2667 [24MR]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2393 [4MR]

Japan: elections, E114• [9FE]

Korean War: anniversary of Battle of Chipyong-ni, E147• [20FE]

Lai, Jimmy C.: condemn sentencing in China, E117• [9FE]

North Augusta, SC: tribute to North Augusta High School boys’ basketball team, E207 [12MR]

——— tribute to North Augusta High School girls’ basketball team, E207• [12MR]

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: impact, H727 [14JA], H1991 [4FE], H2046 [9FE]

Putin, Vladimir: call for apology by Russia President to President Trump and other U.S. officials over Ukraine war strategy, E127• [11FE]

Russia: condemn Vladimir Putin for acts of aggression and atrocities rising to level of crimes against humanity and war crimes against people of Ukraine and others, H2207 [12FE]

South Carolina: economic status, H1939 [2FE], H2430 [5MR]

——— release of State budget, E69• [22JA]

Trump, President: deployment of Federal agents and/or military personnel to conduct law enforcement operations in U.S. cities, H929 [20JA]

——— evaluation of administration, H1130 [21JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to economy, H620 [12JA], H669 [13JA], H2268 [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to foreign policy, H1991 [4FE], E160• [24FE]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2378, H2393 [4MR], H2559 [18MR], H2686 [25MR]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, H148 [8JA]

Votes: position on missed, H1960• [3FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (H.R. 7296), H2107 [10FE]

Statements

Tribute to Eva Schloss: Doyle Stevick, E21• [9JA]

Tributes

Baird, Danise, H2378 [4MR]

Hipp, Van D., E157• [24FE]

Holtz, Louis L., E198• [9MR]

Johnson, Jeremy G., E176• [3MR]

LaMalfa, Doug, H5 [6JA], H606 [9JA]

Metz, Karen A., H1939 [2FE], E100• [4FE]

Patel, Ravindra, E213• [12MR]

Reagan, Michael, E19• [9JA]

Schloss, Eva, E21• [9JA]

Smolyak, Sergiy, H698 [13JA]

WILSON, NC

Remarks in House

Wilson Preparatory Academy: tribute to football team, H908 [15JA]

——— tribute to girls’ basketball team, H2684 [25MR]

WILSON, RYAN

Remarks in House

Lapeer, MI, Area Chamber of Commerce: Citizen of the Year award recipient, E148 [20FE]

WINCHESTER, VA

Remarks in House

James Wood High School: tribute to girls’ volleyball team, H2099 [10FE]

WINSLOW, CHARLIE

Remarks in House

Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association: High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

WINSLOW, JACK

Remarks in House

Iowa State Automotive Dealers Association: High School Skills Contest winner, H618 [12JA]

WINTER GARDEN, FL

Remarks in House

Rotary Club of Winter Garden: anniversary, E66 [22JA]

WINTERGREEN, VA

Remarks in House

Dept. of the Interior: issue right-of-way for emergency exit on certain National Park Service land in Virginia (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Reports filed

Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6365, Wintergreen Emergency Egress Act, H2347 [3MR]

WINTERGREEN EMERGENCY EGRESS ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 6365), H2347, H2348 [3MR]

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Natural Resources (House) (H.R. 6365) (H. Rept. 119–511), H2257 [23FE]

Texts of

H.R. 6365, provisions, H2347 [3MR]

WISCONSIN

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Agriculture: reestablish Driftless Area Landscape Conservation Initiative (see H.R. 7330), H1975 [3FE]

Dept. of the Interior: authorize establishment of memorials to Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in Battle of Antietam and Second Battle of Bull Run (see H.R. 7495), H2185 [11FE]

Remarks in House

Cunningham, Liam: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Irwin, Deedra: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Link, Jack: Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductee, H2263 [24FE]

Rose, Dan: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

Schommer, Paul: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, H1993 [4FE]

Thums, Matt: tribute to participation in Paralympic Games, H1992 [4FE]

WISE COUNTY, VA

Remarks in House

Aviation: anniversary of first FAA-approved drone delivery of medical supplies, E49 [16JA]

WITHHOLD MEMBER PAY DURING SHUTDOWNS ACT

Remarks in Senate

Enact (S. 3057), S1332 [19MR]

WITTENBERG, DONALD M.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E231 [18MR]

WITTMAN, ROBERT J. (a Representative from Virginia)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Business and industry: preserve franchise business model (see H.R. 5267), H2551 [17MR]

Crime: allow use of certain grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud, ‘‘pig butchering’’ scams, and general financial fraud, and clarify that Federal law enforcement may assist in use of certain tracing tools (see H.R. 2978), H2120 [10FE]

Dept. of Defense: include Indian tribes in Defense Community Infrastructure Program (see H.R. 7710), H2328 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: provide technology grants to strengthen domestic mining education (see H.R. 2457), H2297 [24FE]

Dept. of HHS: carry out program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome (see H.R. 3491), H2531 [16MR]

——— establish pilot program to enter into public-private partnerships with eligible entities to distribute newborn supply kits to mothers of newborn infants (see H.R. 6096), H136 [7JA]

——— provide grants to public institutions of higher education to expand or support graduate education for physicians in States with primary care provider shortages (see H.R. 5428), H136 [7JA]

Dept. of Labor: carry out grant program to help certain Armed Forces members, veterans, and their spouses, obtain employment in energy industry (see H.R. 4105), H2236 [20FE]

Dept. of State: submit report on emerging threats posed to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (see H.R. 5543), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of the Treasury: establish Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (see H.R. 4936), H2120 [10FE]

EPA: clarify when physical changes in, or changes in method of operation of, stationary sources that emit air pollutants constitute modification or construction relative to Clean Air Act standards (see H.R. 161), H2225 [13FE]

FAA: require collision mitigation technology for certain aircraft, improve helicopter safety and separation around airports, update air traffic control procedures, and address airspace safety in Dept. of Defense activities (see H.R. 7613), H2233 [20FE]

Federal employees: making appropriations to pay salaries of Federal employees, contract employees, and Armed Forces members during lapse in appropriations (see H.R. 7137), H924 [16JA]

Health: allow individuals to elect to receive contributions to health savings account in lieu of reduced cost-sharing under insurance obtained through health insurance exchange (see H.R. 1157), H2188 [11FE]

——— prevent cost-sharing requirements for prenatal, childbirth, neonatal, perinatal, or postpartum health care (see H.R. 3762), H2531 [16MR]

Iran: condemn Iranian regime’s terrorism, regional proxy war, and internal suppression (see H. Res. 166), H1950 [2FE]

——— express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see H. Res. 993), H1352 [22JA]

Medicare: provide coverage of portable ultrasound transportation and set up services (see H.R. 2477), H656 [12JA]

——— provide for coverage of blood-based screening tests for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (see H.R. 6130), H656 [12JA]

——— provide long-term stability for beneficiary access to clinical diagnostic lab tests by improving accuracy of, and feasibility of data collection for, private payor-based fee schedule payment rates for such tests (see H.R. 5269), H136 [7JA]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H2598 [18MR]

Native Americans: extend Federal recognition to Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe (see H.R. 5144), H2097 [9FE]

Power resources: promote U.S. and allied energy and mineral security (see H.R. 7037), H717 [13JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

Taxation: allow expenses for caregiving of aging parents to be taken into account as medical expenses (see H.R. 138), H2530 [16MR]

——— allow individuals to defer recognition of reinvested capital gains distributions from regulated investment companies (see H.R. 2089), H2484 [12MR]

——— expand advanced manufacturing production credit to include fusion energy components (see H.R. 5441), H2531 [16MR]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see H.R. 2941), H2333 [26FE]

——— modernize health savings accounts (see H.R. 548), H2119 [10FE]

——— modify railroad track maintenance credit (see H.R. 516), H2235 [20FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H924 [16JA]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (see H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see H.R. 7126), H920 [15JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (see H.R. 7889), H2476 [9MR]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (H.R. 7146), H925 [16JA]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out study on aluminum recycling to assess amount of aluminum disposed of in landfills (H.R. 7992), H2597 [18MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H921 [15JA]

U.S. Geological Survey: reauthorize water resources research and technology institutes program (H.R. 7889), H2477 [9MR]

Designated Speaker pro tempore

House of Representatives, H721 [14JA], H2479 [12MR]

Letters

Post-Disaster Reforestation and Restoration Act: Representative Glenn Thompson, Committee on Agriculture (House), H2525 [16MR]

——— Representative Westerman, Committee on Natural Resources (House), H2525 [16MR]

Pledge of Allegiance

House of Representatives, H2479 [12MR]

Remarks

Chesterfield County, VA: anniversary of Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) Program, E143• [20FE]

Chiricahua National Park: establish (H.R. 6380), H2525, H2526, H2527 [16MR]

Conservation of natural resources: establish interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (H.R. 831), H2527, H2528 [16MR]

Dept. of the Interior: carry out program for post-disaster reforestation and restoration (H.R. 528), H2524, H2525 [16MR]

——— provide for scientific and technical cooperation in mapping of critical minerals and rare earth elements (H.R. 2969), H2265 [24FE]

Depts. of Agriculture and the Interior: prevent from prohibiting use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water (H.R. 556), H2578 [18MR]

Gloucester, VA: tribute to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital inclusion in Chartis Center for Rural Health Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals list, E207• [12MR]

Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act: reauthorize (H.R. 2294), H2513, H2514 [16MR]

Mining and mineral resources: combat U.S. reliance on China and certain other countries for critical minerals and rare earth metals, H2264 [24FE]

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation: extend legislative authority to establish commemorative work in District of Columbia (H.R. 2196), H2523 [16MR]

National Park Service: authorize direct emergency acquisition flexibilities for contractor approval for clearing, rebuilding, maintenance, and improvement of Grand Canyon grounds impacted by Dragon Bravo Fire (H.R. 5729), H2521, H2522, H2523 [16MR]

——— enter into agreement with Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings (H.R. 5254), H2519, H2520, H2521 [16MR]

NOAA: administer grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to ensure watermen are incentivized to catch blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay and establish structures for long-term market (H.R. 4294), H2265 [24FE], H2516, H2517, H2519 [16MR]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (H.R. 7126), H2265 [24FE]

Utah: confer jurisdiction relative to civil causes of action arising on or within Indian lands of Shivwits Band of Paiutes (H.R. 3073), H2514, H2515 [16MR]

Virginia: 1st Congressional District community projects funding, H2100 [10FE]

Tributes

Brobst, Madeline, E145• [20FE]

Schumacher, Joe, H2100 [10FE], E148• [20FE]

Yurkanin, Kathryn, E192• [5MR]

WOLFE, CHRISTOPHER R.

Reports filed

Nomination To Be District Judge: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S880 [5MR]

WOLFF, TYLER

Remarks in Senate

Noble-T Arbor, LLC: tribute, S703 [26FE]

WOMACK, JEN

Remarks in House

Newcastle (WY) News Letter Journal: Person of the Year award recipient, H2452 [5MR]

WOMACK, STEVE (a Representative from Arkansas)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Budget: express sense that U.S. should reduce and maintain Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product (see H. Res. 981), H134 [7JA]

Dept. of the Treasury and OMB: examine ability of Federal Government to respond to potential fiscal shocks (see H.R. 4642), H616 [9JA]

Dept. of Transportation: allow recipients of certain grants to improve highway safety efforts through integration of predictive data analytics, telematics, and other advanced technologies (see H.R. 6874), H2229 [17FE]

Taxation: establish tax credit to incentivize purchase of American agricultural commodities (see H.R. 1707), H656 [12JA]

Remarks

Dept. of Labor: revise definition of term ‘‘tipped employee’’ (H.R. 2312), H686 [13JA]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), H1187, H1188 [22JA]

——— making appropriations (H.R. 7148), Senate amendments, H1962 [3FE]

Votes: position on missed, H604• [9JA], H647• [12JA], H907• [15JA], H940• [20JA], H1139•, H1157• [21JA]

Tributes

Hoyer, Representative, H139 [8JA]

McMillon, Doug, H139 [8JA]

WOMAN’S CLUB OF LARCHMONT, INC.

Remarks in House

Anniversary, H2117 [10FE]

WOMBLE, HAZEL

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1985 [4FE]

WOMEN

Amendments

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1137 [21JA]

Bills and resolutions

Abortion: protect lives of born and preborn persons (see S. 3667), S257 [15JA]

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR] (see H. Con. Res. 78), H2483 [12MR]

Afghanistan: require report that describes current restrictions imposed by Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan since August 2021 (see H.R. 7669), H2326 [25FE]

Armed Forces: expand authority to provide wigs and treat traction alopecia under TRICARE program (see H.R. 7933), H2483 [12MR]

Birth control: allow greater access to safe and effective oral contraceptive drugs intended for routine use and direct GAO to conduct study on Federal funding of contraceptive methods (see H.R. 8083), H2710 [25MR]

Black Midwives Day: designate (see S. Res. 646), S1091 [17MR] (see H. Res. 1120), H2550 [17MR]

Bureau of Prisons: ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners (see H.R. 7733), H2332 [26FE]

CDC: reauthorize and expand WISEWOMAN program (see S. 3944), S706 [26FE] (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

Children and youth: prohibit covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy (see H.R. 7293), H1921 [30JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (see S. 3627), S162 [13JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Congress: recognize duty to meet needs of working women (see S. Con. Res. 31), S1615 [25MR] (see H. Con. Res. 80), H2711 [25MR]

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women: ratification (see H. Res. 1094), H2336 [2MR]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (see S. 3815), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7467), H2118 [10FE]

——— establish Federal tort for harm to women caused by chemical abortion drugs (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

——— excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (see H.R. 7946), H2530 [16MR]

Crime: prohibit taking minors across State lines to avoid State laws requiring parental notification of abortions (see S. 3650), S256 [15JA]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary (see H. Res. 990), H718 [13JA]

Dept. of Agriculture: expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women (see H.R. 8042), H2674 [24MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (see S. 4191), S1614 [25MR]

——— extend eligibility of new moms for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see H.R. 8055), H2675 [24MR]

——— permit video or telephone certifications under Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) (see S. 3842), S577 [11FE]

Dept. of HHS: address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities (see H.R. 8008), H2620 [19MR]

——— carry out national campaign to increase awareness of importance of maternal vaccinations for health of pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children (see H.R. 8024), H2621 [19MR]

——— carry out public awareness campaign to increase participation by women in clinical trials conducted or supported by NIH (see H.R. 7694), H2327 [25FE]

——— convene task force to develop strategies and coordinate efforts to eliminate preventable maternal mortality (see S. 4149), S1367 [19MR]

——— ensure that women seeking chemical abortion are made aware of risks involved (see H.R. 7237), H1912 [23JA]

——— establish demonstration pilot program to test innovative use of funds and outcomes-oriented benchmarks for initiatives to support low income households in accessing hygiene materials (see H.R. 7367), H2030 [4FE]

——— improve data collection on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (see S. 4187), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8080), H2710 [25MR]

——— provide grants and guidance to grow and diversify perinatal workforce (see S. 4186), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 8089), H2710 [25MR]

——— reauthorize Healthy Start Initiative (see S. 3799), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of HUD: extend Fair Housing Act protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking (see S. 4006), S881 [5MR] (see H.R. 7856), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Justice: make grants to establish national training and technical assistance center to provide for ongoing promotion and adoption of lethality assessment programs to reduce domestic violence-related homicides (see H.R. 7494), H2185 [11FE]

——— provide for reporting requirements for certain grantees for grants to combat violence against women (see H.R. 6982), H251 [8JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S291 [27JA] (see H.J. Res. 144), H1915 [27JA]

——— ensure that women veterans may schedule appointments for women’s specialty care without requiring referral (see S. 3999), S881 [5MR]

——— expand telescreening mammography pilot program (see H.R. 7411), H2041 [5FE]

——— include infertility as condition presumed to be incurred or aggravated by toxic exposure in course of active military, naval, air, or space service (see H.R. 7841), H2471 [5MR]

——— recognize Women-Owned Small Business program in procurement hierarchy of small business preferences (see S. 3896), S650 [24FE]

Discrimination: prohibit in public accommodations on basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (see H.R. 7005), H615 [9JA]

Earley, Charity Adams: issue commemorative postage stamp (see H. Res. 1077), H2328 [25FE]

Employment: express that corporations should commit to utilizing benefits of women in boards of directors and other senior management positions (see H. Res. 1003), H920 [15JA]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE] (see H.R. 7583), H2224 [13FE]

Family Violence Prevention and Services Act: make improvements (see S. 3764), S470 [3FE] (see H.R. 7333), H1975 [3FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

——— withdraw approval of mifepristone for termination of intrauterine pregnancy (see S. 4066), S1009 [11MR] (see H.R. 7902), H2481 [12MR]

Federal agencies and departments: prohibit use of term ‘‘birthing person’’ in official documents (see H.R. 7235), H1911 [23JA]

Girl Scouts: anniversary (see S. Res. 641), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1114), H2483 [12MR]

Haiti: protect rights of women and girls to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights (see S. Res. 599), S510 [5FE] (see H. Res. 1018), H1350 [22JA]

Health: end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity and close disparities in maternal health outcomes (see S. 4195), S1614 [25MR] (see H.R. 7973), H2595 [18MR] (see H.R. 8074), H2710 [25MR]

——— establish national campaign to increase maternal vaccination rates (see S. 4132), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (see H.R. 7983), H2596 [18MR]

Information technology: support broad and diverse interdisciplinary research community to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered innovation at certain institutions of higher education and other institutions (see H.R. 7158), H948 [20JA]

Insurance: require group health plans and health insurance issuers providing coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services to eliminate cost-sharing from pregnancy diagnosis to 1-year postpartum (see S. 3698), S290 [27JA] (see H.R. 7227), H1350 [22JA]

International Women’s Day: support goals (see S. Res. 640), S1047 [12MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA] (see H. Res. 1027), H1921 [30JA]

Krier, Mae: tribute (see H. Res. 1126), H2621 [19MR]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Maxwell, Ghislaine: condemn role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency (see S. Res. 608), S610 [12FE]

Medicare: require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant individuals (see H.R. 7830), H2470 [5MR]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (see S. Res. 586), S291 [27JA] (see H. Res. 1021), H1915 [27JA]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day: designate (see H. Res. 1098), H2369 [3MR]

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1109), H2472 [5MR]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (see S. Res. 653), S1368 [19MR] (see H. Res. 1124), H2621 [19MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Olympic Games: require national governing body to establish eligibility criteria that amateur athlete may only participate in events corresponding to sex of such athlete (see H.R. 7421), H2094 [9FE]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H11 [6JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (see H. Res. 1009), H947 [20JA]

Safety: prohibit certain sex offenders from entering or using services of certain domestic violence and homeless shelters (see H.R. 7624), H2234 [20FE]

Sports: authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that permit biologically male athlete to compete in athletic competition intended for female athletes, resulting in harm (see H.R. 7368), H2030 [4FE]

Taxation: revoke tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion (see H.R. 7286), H1921 [30JA]

U.S. Army Nurse Corps: anniversary (see S. Con. Res. 27), S610 [12FE] (see H.J. Res. 149), H2219 [12FE]

Cloture motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S286 [27JA]

Documents

Our Commitment of Care & Competence: Heartbeat International (organization), H1143 [21JA]

Essays

State of the Union: Amelia Hill, S759 [3MR]

——— Quinn Sheldon, S760 [3MR]

Letters

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: several organizations, H1328 [22JA]

Lists

Organizations supporting H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1329 [22JA]

Tamarac, FL, National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Motions

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S262 [15JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1609 [25MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1146, H1147 [21JA]

Remarks in House

Abortion: limit restrictions on provision of abortion services to protect women’s right to determine whether to continue or end pregnancy and protect health providers ability to provide reproductive services (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

——— pro choice versus right to life, H1338–H1343 [22JA]

——— prohibit chemical abortions, H1342 [22JA]

African Americans: address Black maternal health disparities, H2560 [18MR]

Alcorta, Marisa: Yolo County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H910 [15JA]

Armed Forces: establish leave policies for members to seek abortions (H.R. 1742), H2172 [11FE]

Brumfield Reed, Voris: Lake County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E267 [25MR]

Colleges and universities: provide medically accurate and comprehensive information and resources about all reproductive healthcare services, including contraception and abortion rights, H1329 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), H1325–H1330 [22JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (H.R. 6359), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Committee on the Library (Joint): obtain statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in U.S. Capitol, H2206 [12FE]

Courts: excuse breastfeeding mothers summoned for jury duty in Federal or Superior Court of the District of Columbia from service (H.R. 7946), E217 [16MR]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.: anniversary, H697 [13JA]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (H.R. 28), H712 [13JA]

Endometriosis Awareness Month: observance, H2379 [4MR]

Foreign aid: prohibit assistance to nonprofits, foreign nongovernmental organizations, and quasi-autonomous nongovernmental organizations that promote or perform abortions, H1342 [22JA]

FTC: prescribe rules prohibiting disinformation in advertising of abortion services (H.R. 846), H1137 [21JA]

Health: ensure protection of reproductive health rights, H1131 [21JA]

——— prohibit chemical abortion without physical presence of healthcare provider (H.R. 7983), H2636 [24MR]

Insurance: require health insurance plans to cover ovarian cancer screenings to improve early detection, H663 [13JA]

Lew, Leslie: Napa County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

Mazak, Reba Y.: Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Woman of the Year in Agriculture award recipient, E119 [9FE]

Michigan: tribute to Black leaders of west Michigan, H2174 [11FE]

National Domestic Violence Hotline: anniversary, E152 [23FE]

National Women’s History Month: observance, H2560 [18MR], H2669–H2672 [24MR], E178 [3MR], E229, E230, E231 [18MR], E263 [25MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H220, H221 [8JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1126, H1139–H1147, H1162 [21JA], H1339, H1340 [22JA]

——— clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), consideration (H. Res. 1009), H1131–H1139 [21JA]

Reyes Larios, Maricarmen: Sonoma County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E270 [25MR]

Save the Dunes (organization): tribute, H2668 [24MR], E178 [3MR]

Stern, Margi: California 4th Congressional District Woman of the Year award recipient, E264 [25MR]

Summit County Historical Society of Akron, OH: tribute to Women’s History Project Woman of the Year Award recipients, H2454 [5MR]

Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H1131 [21JA], H1335, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

——— decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization relative to abortion, H1339–H1343 [22JA]

Tamarac, FL: tribute to National Women’s History Month honorees, E230 [18MR]

Woman’s Club of Larchmont, Inc.: anniversary, H2117 [10FE]

Remarks in Senate

Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, S199–S201 [14JA]

——— protect lives of born and preborn persons (S. 3667), S284 [27JA]

Colleges and universities: require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), S176 [13JA], S186 [14JA], S307 [28JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), motion to proceed, S262 [15JA], S283, S285–S287 [27JA]

——— require to disseminate information on rights of, and accommodations and resources for, pregnant students (S. 3627), unanimous-consent agreement, S278 [26JA]

Congress: anniversary of Hyde amendment relative to Federal funding for abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Courts: create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse (S. 3815), S554 [10FE]

Dept. of Education: provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth, S1072–S1074 [17MR], S1329, S1332 [19MR], S1419 [20MR], S1462–S1465 [21MR], S1526, S1530 [23MR]

——— provide that for determining compliance with Title IX in athletics, sex shall be recognized solely on person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth (S. 9), S475 [4FE]

Dept. of HHS: establish Pregnancy.gov website with resources for expectant mothers, improve access to pre- and post-natal resources, and apply child support obligations to period during pregnancy (S. 1630), S284 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: direct Office for Victims of Crime to implement GAO anti-trafficking recommendations (S. 1049), S357 [29JA]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (S.J. Res. 103), S1607–S1609 [25MR]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (S. 3697), S292 [27JA]

——— restore in-person dispensing requirements for chemical abortion drugs, S284 [27JA]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (S. Res. 592), S397 [29JA]

Medicaid: require States report abortion data to CDC to receive certain family planning funding (S. 178), S284 [27JA]

National Freedom Day: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Stalking Awareness Month: designate (S. Res. 586), S537 [9FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (S. Res. 603), S357 [29JA], S557 [10FE]

National Women in Agriculture Day: designate (S. Res. 653), S1357 [19MR]

National Women’s History Month: observance, S1159 [18MR]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (S. Res. 650), S1202 [18MR]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: prohibit Federal funding of abortions, S199–S201 [14JA]

Religion: address threat of Islamic extremism and Sharia Law to American values, S781–S783 [4MR]

Social Security: improve maternal health coverage under Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (S. 2289), S307 [28JA]

Reports filed

Consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act: Committee on Rules (House) (H. Res. 1009) (H. Rept. 119–459), H947 [20JA]

Pregnant Students’ Rights Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 6359) (H. Rept. 119–447), H891 [14JA]

Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act: Committee on the Judiciary (House) (H.R. 1028) (H. Rept. 119–497), H2227 [17FE]

Say No to Indoctrination Act: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2617) (H. Rept. 119–442), H716 [13JA]

Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

Texts of

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1131 [21JA]

H. Res. 1009, consideration of H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1131 [21JA]

H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, H1325 [22JA]

H.R. 6945, Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, H1139 [21JA]

S. 3815, create civil cause of action and eliminate statute of limitations for civil actions relative to sexual abuse, S555 [10FE]

S. Con. Res. 27, U.S. Army Nurse Corps anniversary, S614 [12FE]

S. Con. Res. 28, Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, S966 [10MR]

S. Con. Res. 31, recognize duty of Congress to meet needs of working women, S1619 [25MR]

S. Res. 586, National Stalking Awareness Month, S293 [27JA]

S. Res. 590, Maternal Health Awareness Day, S347 [28JA]

S. Res. 592, International Year of the Woman Farmer, S381 [29JA]

S. Res. 599, protect rights of women and girls in Haiti to ensure success for transition from crisis to stability, condemn failure to center women’s leadership and distinct needs, and call for urgent measures to secure human rights, S513 [5FE]

S. Res. 603, National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month and National Freedom Day, S555 [10FE]

S. Res. 608, condemn Ghislaine Maxwell’s role in sexual abuse and trafficking of minors and oppose receipt of any pardon, commutation, or other form of clemency, S613 [12FE]

S. Res. 640, support goals of International Women’s Day, S1049 [12MR]

S. Res. 641, Girl Scouts anniversary, S1050 [12MR]

S. Res. 646, Black Midwives Day, S1094 [17MR]

S. Res. 650, recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S., S1208 [18MR]

S. Res. 653, National Women in Agriculture Day, S1382 [19MR]

WOMEN AND LUNG CANCER RESEARCH AND PREVENTIVE SERVICES ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (Senate) (S. 1157), S343 [28JA]

WOMEN’S HEALTH PROTECTION ACT

Remarks in House

Enact (H.R. 12), H1134 [21JA]

WOMEN’S HEART HEALTH EXPANSION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 7417), H2094 [9FE]

WONDERHAM, LUKE

Remarks in House

Indiana: tribute to 3d Congressional District service academy nominees, H908 [15JA]

WONG, ALICE

Remarks in House

Tribute, H145 [8JA]

WOODBINE, IA

Remarks in Senate

Ridder, Jill: Milken Family Foundation Milken Educator Award recipient, S519 [9FE]

WOODLAND PARK, CO

Remarks in House

Williams, Dan: Woodland Park, CO, Chamber of Commerce Wagon Boss Award recipient, E185 [4MR]

WOODSON, CARTER G.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1945 [2FE]

WOOLARD, TERRY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2084 [9FE]

WOOLDRIDGE, DAN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E51 [16JA]

WORDEN, JAMES

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2014 [4FE]

WORKFORCE AND EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT MODERNIZATION ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Dept. of Labor: address workforce gaps (see H.R. 8039), H2674 [24MR]

——— carry out competitive grant program to support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing immersive technology education and training programs for workforce development (see H.R. 6968), H134 [7JA]

——— establish employer-directed skills accounts (see S. 3846), S577 [11FE]

——— expand Job Corps training programs in residential contruction trades and establish employer incentives for hiring graduates of such programs (see H.R. 7242), H1914 [27JA]

——— expand types of one-stop centers used to provide services (see S. 3825), S552 [10FE]

——— permit greater flexibility in carrying out incumbent worker training programs to meet local employment needs (see S. 3870), S609 [12FE]

Remarks in House

Employment: importance of sheltered workshops and community rehabilitation providers, H2611 [19MR]

——— permit States to use workforce development funding to raise public awareness for skilled trade programs (H.R. 4825), H2261 [24FE]

WORKING AMERICANS’ TAX CUT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4083), S1046 [12MR] (see H.R. 7937), H2529 [16MR]

WORKING FAMILIES FLEXIBILITY ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Education and Workforce (House) (H.R. 2870) (H. Rept. 119–496), H2217 [12FE]

WORKPLACE OVERDOSE REVERSAL KITS (WORK) TO SAVE LIVES ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE] (see H.R. 7479), H2118 [10FE]

WORLD BANK GROUP

Remarks in House

Nuclear energy: advocate support for nuclear energy and establish nuclear energy assistance trust fund at World Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and other international financial institutions, H739 [14JA]

WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION

Remarks in House

World Hearing Day: observance, E176 [3MR]

WORLD HEARING DAY

Remarks in House

Observance, E176 [3MR]

WORLD LIBERTY FINANCIAL, INC.

Bills and resolutions

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (see S. Res. 598), S510 [5FE]

Remarks in Senate

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to conflicts of interest, S435 [2FE]

United Arab Emirates: condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest (S. Res. 598), S504 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 598, condemn and call for reversal of President Trump’s decision to allow export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to United Arab Emirates despite risks to national security and conflicts of interest, S513 [5FE]

WORLD WAR II related term(s) War

Bills and resolutions

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (see H. Con. Res. 72), H1948 [2FE]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (see H.R. 7365), H2030 [4FE]

Krier, Mae: tribute (see H. Res. 1126), H2621 [19MR]

Remarks in House

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), H2172 [11FE]

Carlson, Tucker: condemn views that perpetuate harmful falsehoods, foster antisemitism, and undermine fight against hate and bigotry, H2451 [5MR]

Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building, Virginia Beach, VA: designate (H.R. 7365), H2015 [4FE]

Courts: limit application of defenses based on passage of time and other non-merits defenses relative to claims under Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (S. 1884), H2497–H2500 [16MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: extend eligibility for certain housing loans and educational assistance to surviving spouses and certain direct descendants of Black World War II veterans (H.R. 1725), H2086 [9FE]

Valdez, Jose: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Wahlen, George E.: Medal of Honor recipient, H2708 [25MR]

Remarks in Senate

Bataan Death March: anniversary, S1429 [20MR]

Capitol Building and Grounds: authorize use of Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust (H. Con. Res. 72), S728 [2MR]

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: observance, S306 [28JA]

New Mexico: tribute to Bataan Memorial March running event, S1429 [20MR]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust: Israel Zoberman, E87 [2FE]

Tribute to Eva Schloss: Doyle Stevick, E21 [9JA]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 72, use of Capitol Emancipation Hall for ceremony to honor victims of Holocaust, H2172 [11FE]

S. 1884, Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act, H2497 [16MR]

WRIGHT, DANIEL W., JR.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2594 [18MR]

WRIGHT, LISA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E264 [25MR]

WRIGHT-SHELDRICK, DONNA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E178 [3MR]

WRVA–RADIO (Richmond, VA)

Remarks in House

Anniversary, E202 [9MR]

WU, HENRY

Privilege of the floor

Senate, S516 [5FE]

WYDEN, RON (a Senator from Oregon)

Amendments

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: establish Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access (S. 1383), S1116, S1120, S1121, S1123, S1136, S1137, S1138 [17MR], S1213, S1218, S1220, S1223, S1224, S1239, S1243, S1247, S1248, S1249, S1263, S1266, S1267, S1268, S1269, S1270, S1271, S1272, S1273, S1274, S1279 [18MR], S1395, S1396, S1406, S1408 [19MR], S1446 [20MR], S1583 [24MR]

Depts. of Commerce, Justice, and the Interior, energy and water development, environment, science, and related agencies: making appropriations (H.R. 6938), S172, S174, S175 [13JA], S221 [14JA]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Abortion Provider Appreciation Day: observance (see S. Con. Res. 28), S958 [10MR]

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Iran (see S.J. Res. 104), S733 [2MR]

——— remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (see S.J. Res. 98), S51 [6JA]

Black History Month: observance (see S. Res. 615), S681 [25FE]

Business and industry: clarify treatment of certain non-controlling developers or providers of distributed ledger services involved in digital assets relative to money transmission laws (see S. 3611), S130 [12JA]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

CDC: establish grant program to recruit, hire, and train public health nurses (see S. 3604), S115 [8JA]

Credit: extend consumer protections relative to interest rates and credit limits provided to Armed Forces members to all consumers (see S. 3793), S509 [5FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: establish and maintain training program on rapidly evolving methodologies, science, and practices of biological soil health management systems on agricultural land (see S. 3820), S552 [10FE]

——— establish online and delivery standards for retail food stores or wholesale food concerns (see S. 4045), S958 [10MR]

——— provide families year-round access to nutrition incentives under Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (see S. 813), S291 [27JA]

Dept. of Commerce: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities’’ (see S.J. Res. 112), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Defense: provide for inclusion of names of crew members of U.S.S. Frank E. Evans killed on June 3, 1969, on Vietnam Veterans Memorial (see S. 3131), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of Education: require local educational agencies to include mental health and suicide prevention information on student identification cards (see S. 4061), S1009 [11MR]

——— reverse reductions in Federal loan availability for graduate and professional students (see S. 4039), S958 [10MR]

Dept. of Energy: reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities (see S. 3684), S257 [15JA]

Dept. of HHS: award grants to establish or expand programs to implement evidence-aligned practices in health care settings to reduce suicide rates of covered individuals (see S. 4210), S1614 [25MR]

——— improve access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce transmission of HIV (see S. 3990), S802 [4MR]

——— provide funding for trained school personnel to administer drugs and devices for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose (see S. 3588), S89 [7JA]

Dept. of Homeland Security: allow undocumented immediate family members of Armed Forces members or veterans who were not dishonorably discharged to lawfully remain in U.S. (see S. 3592), S89 [7JA]

——— limit use of facial recognition (see S. 3779), S489 [4FE]

——— provide civil remedy for any individual whose rights have been violated by officer or agent of U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (see S. 3745), S377 [29JA]

——— provide standards for facilities at which aliens in custody are detained (see S. 3702), S290 [27JA]

Dept. of Justice: prohibit use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for involvement in attack on U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021 (see S. 3582), S49 [6JA]

Dept. of Labor: ensure that certain caregiving employees are no longer exempted from overtime and minimum wage protections (see S. 4081), S1046 [12MR]

——— issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training (see S. 3812), S552 [10FE]

Dept. of the Treasury: require Sec. of the Treasury testify before Congress (see S. 3940), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of Transportation: enhance underride protection on trailers, semitrailers, and single unit trucks and improve motor carrier, passenger motor vehicle, and vulnerable road user safety (see S. 3775), S708 [26FE]

——— establish working group to review and establish guidance and best practices for responding to electric vehicle fires (see S. 4084), S1046 [12MR]

——— reauthorize Federal Lands Access Program (see S. 4135), S1205 [18MR]

Dept. of Veterans Affairs: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Reproductive Health Services’’ (see S.J. Res. 103), S442 [2FE]

Disasters: ensure that older adults and individuals with disabilities are prepared for disasters (see S. 3628), S162 [13JA]

Employment: allow employees to earn paid sick time to address their health needs, health needs of their families, or to seek assistance relative to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault (see S. 3869), S609 [12FE]

——— prevent workplace harassment, end mandatory arbitration and pre-employment non-disclosure agreements, expand civil rights protections, empower workers who report harassment, and eliminate tipped minimum wage (see S. 3865), S609 [12FE]

FAA: acquire and install certified airborne position reference tools at air traffic control towers (see S. 3929), S706 [26FE]

Federal agencies and departments: require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms (see S. 3680), S257 [15JA]

Federal employees: increase rates of pay for General Schedule and prevailing rate employees (see S. 3823), S552 [10FE]

Financial institutions: provide requirements for bulk auction or group sale of certain non-performing loans (see S. 3753), S419 [30JA]

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: reinforce by establishing statute of limitations period of ten years for antibribery offenses (see S. 4029), S915 [9MR]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 661), S1615 [25MR]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

IRS: codify Direct File program (see S. 3948), S706 [26FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (see S.J. Res. 107), S610 [12FE]

——— improve services provided to taxpayers by providing greater judicial review (see S. 3931), S706 [26FE]

Jackson, Jesse L., Sr.: tribute (see S. Res. 629), S1011 [11MR]

Labeling: establish requirements for quality and discard dates voluntarily declared on food labels (see S. 2541), S916 [9MR]

Maternal Health Awareness Day: designate (see S. Res. 590), S344 [28JA]

Medicare: establish provider directory requirements, and provide accountability for provider director accuracy, under Medicare Advantage (see S. 3750), S377 [29JA]

National Endowment for the Humanities: establish National Council on African American History and Culture (see S. 3890), S610 [12FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Freedom Day: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

National Mentoring Month: observance (see S. Res. 600), S510 [5FE]

National parks and recreation areas: prohibit use of image of living political figures on America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass (see S. 3735), S377 [29JA]

National School Counseling Week: designate (see S. Res. 596), S489 [4FE]

National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month: observance (see S. Res. 603), S552 [10FE]

Native Americans: recognize heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in U.S. (see S. Res. 650), S1205 [18MR]

Nuclear weapons: express support for continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces (see S. Res. 61), S491 [4FE]

Political campaigns: provide for additional disclosure requirements for corporations, labor organizations, and other entities (see S. 3991), S802 [4MR]

Public buildings: prohibit naming, renaming, designating, or redesignating of any Federal building, land, or other asset in name of sitting U.S. President (see S. 3622), S161 [13JA]

Senate: provide authority to initiate litigation for actions by President and Dept. of Justice officials inconsistent with their duties under U.S. laws relative to Epstein Files Transparency Act (see S. Res. 597), S509 [5FE]

Social Security: exclude from income certain cost of living adjustments for determining eligibility and benefits for disabled individuals for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3603), S115 [8JA]

SSI: update eligibility (see S. 4001), S881 [5MR]

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: establish Mental and Behavioral Health Career Promotion Grant Program (see S. 3783), S509 [5FE]

Taxation: allow refundable income tax credit for purchase of qualified access technology for blind individuals (see S. 1918), S682 [25FE]

Trade Act: repeal section relating to balance-of-payments authority (see S. 4049), S1009 [11MR]

Transgender Bill of Rights: develop and implement to protect and codify rights of transgender and nonbinary people under law and ensure access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security (see S. Res. 604), S578 [11FE]

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA]

Venezuela: prohibit Federal funding to support oil and petroleum infrastructure without congressional approval (see S. 3621), S161 [13JA]

Whistleblowing: clarify whistleblower protections for duty speech disclosures (see S. 4100), S1055 [16MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Bureau of Prisons: regulate monitoring of electronic communications between prisoners and attorneys or other legal representative (see S. 3850), S577 [11FE]

Centers for Mediare & Medicare Services: establish total nurse staffing hours per resident day and require 24-hour use of registered professional nurses in nursing homes (see S. 3886), S609 [12FE]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: disapprove withdrawal of rule entitled ‘‘Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports’’ (see S.J. Res. 145), S1615 [25MR]

Courts: require notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, reform use of non-disclosure orders to providers, and prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders (see S. 3918), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Agriculture: promulgate cybersecurity and digital service regulations relative to use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards under Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see S. 3949), S706 [26FE]

——— report on competitiveness of U.S. exports of specialty crops (see S. 3915), S681 [25FE]

Dept. of Energy: establish grant program to improve resiliency of power grid to natural disasters and reduce risk of wildfires caused by power lines (see S. 4193), S1614 [25MR]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities (see S. 4082), S1046 [12MR]

Israel: condemn conduct of Netanyahu administration in Gaza and impose sanctions to discourage governments from obstructing humanitarian assistance (see S. 3634), S220 [14JA]

Tariff: provide for refund of duties imposed under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (see S. 3905), S651 [24FE]

Taxation: extend clean electricity production credit and clean electricity investment credit based on increases in price of and demand for electricity (see S. 4175), S1580 [24MR]

——— impose tax on damages received by certain officers of U.S. on account of any civil action filed against U.S. (see S. 3817), S552 [10FE] (see S. 4125), S1090 [17MR]

Motions

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), S543 [10FE]

Notices

Intention to object to nomination of Joshua M. Rudd to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief: by, S688 [25FE]

Intention to object to nomination of Sean Plankey to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director: by, S443 [2FE]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas M. Siverts to be Marine Corps Brigadier General: by, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy Commander: by, S1578 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Thomas P. MacNeil to be Navy commander: by, S1584 [24MR]

Intention to object to nomination of Vincent J. Noble to be Marine Corps Colonel: by, S1578, S1584 [24MR]

Privilege of the floor

Braun, Zev, S557 [10FE]

Morrissey, Candice, S557 [10FE]

Remarks

Bahrain: anniversary of protests, S606 [12FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability’’ (S.J. Res. 84), motion to proceed, S148 [13JA]

Congress: advance policy priorities that will break gridlock (H.R. 1834), S195 [14JA]

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: call for release of report entitled ‘‘U.S. Telecommunications Insecurity 2022’’, S438 [2FE]

Dept. of HHS: Hospital at Home Program funding, S440 [2FE]

Dept. of Justice: require release of documents and records in possession relating to Jeffrey Epstein (H.R. 4405), S750 [3MR]

Dept. of the Treasury: produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), S748, S750 [3MR]

——— produce suspicious activity reports relative to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates (S. 2746), unanimous-consent request, S750 [3MR]

Depts. of Defense, Education, Homeland Security, HHS, HUD, Labor, and Transportation: making appropriations (H.R. 7148), S440 [2FE]

District of Columbia: disapprove actions relative to decoupling District tax code from certain Federal tax provisions (H.J. Res. 142), S566 [11FE]

Federal aid programs: prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), S664 [25FE]

——— prohibit individuals receiving public assistance from conducting remittance transfers (S. 3746), unanimous-consent request, S664 [25FE]

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, S949–S951 [10MR]

IRS: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Interim Guidance Simplifying Application of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax to Partnerships’’ (S.J. Res. 95), motion to proceed, S543 [10FE]

——— disapprove rule relative to beginning of construction requirements termination of clean electricity production credits and investment credits for applicable wind and solar facilities (S.J. Res. 107), S1597 [25MR]

Minneapolis, MN: shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, S303 [28JA]

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: enhanced tax credits funding, S148 [13JA], S195 [14JA]

Plankey, Sean: nomination to be Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director, S438 [2FE]

Privacy: prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value and address communications and records in possession of intermediary Internet providers, S304 [28JA], S949–S951 [10MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S675 [25FE], S912, S914 [9MR], S949, S951 [10MR]

——— nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, unanimous-consent request, S914 [9MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to constitution and rule of law, S303 [28JA]

——— evaluation of administration relative to Iran, S748 [3MR]

Tributes

Pfotenhauer, Kurt P., S868 [5MR]

WYMAN, JILL

Bills and resolutions

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (see S. Res. 609), S610 [12FE]

Remarks in Senate

Senate Legal Counsel: authorize testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse (S. Res. 609), S616 [12FE]

Texts of

S. Res. 609, Senate Legal Counsel testimony and representation in U.S. v. Crouse, S613 [12FE]

WYOMING

Letters

Disapprove BLM rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’: John L. Downey, International Union of Operating Engineers, E81 [30JA]

Lists

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Foundation, Inc., leadership team, S1578 [24MR]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization) administration leadership, S1578 [24MR]

Wyrulec Co. leadership, S1442 [20MR]

Remarks in House

Casper, WY: Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters (business) inclusion in New York (NY) Times best clothing stores list, H2013 [4FE]

Remarks in Senate

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment’’ (H.J. Res. 130), S530 [9FE]

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Rural Health Transformation Program funding, S21 [6JA]

Gibson, Anna: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Johnson, Breezy: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Kauf, Jaelin: tribute to participation in Olympic Games, S500 [5FE]

Olympic Games: tribute to Wyoming participants, S660, S661 [25FE]

Uinta Board of Cooperative Educational Services #1 (organization): anniversary, S1577 [24MR]

Wyrulec Co.: anniversary, S1442 [20MR]

Reports filed

Nomination of Darin Smith To Be U.S. Attorney: Committee on the Judiciary (Senate), S256 [15JA]

WYRULEC CO.

Lists

Wyrulec Co. leadership, S1442 [20MR]

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary, S1442 [20MR]

YAKYM, RUDY, III (a Representative from Indiana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Birds: provide greater protection of roosters (see H.R. 3946), H2188 [11FE]

Budget: require annual budget submission by President and any concurrent resolution on budget include ratio of public debt to estimated gross domestic product (see H.R. 7808), H2420 [4MR]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1063), H2219 [12FE]

Copyrights: ensure that safety standards developed by standards development organizations do not lose copyright protection by virtue of having been incorporated by reference into law or regulation (see H.R. 4072), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Defense: enhance bilateral defense cooperation with Israel (see H.R. 7540), H2298 [24FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish grant program to increase access to medical care for retired Federal working dogs (see H.R. 3144), H2677 [24MR]

Dept. of Labor: prohibit from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing proposed standard with respect to heat injury and illness prevention (see H.R. 6213), H2677 [24MR]

——— require States use identity verification and data matching procedures to prevent fraudulent unemployment claims, strengthen work search requirements, and allow States to retain portion of recovered overpayments (see H.R. 7847), H2471 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: amend requirements for States issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled individuals (see H.R. 5688), H2531 [16MR]

——— require all commercial driver’s license applicants to demonstrate English language proficiency as condition for testing and issuance (see H.R. 5800), H136 [7JA]

Drugs: prevent importation of illicit pill press machines with intent to counterfeit substances (see H.R. 7184), H1171 [21JA]

FAA: limit use of data from automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems (see H.R. 4146), H2297 [24FE]

FEMA: establish as cabinet-level independent agency and reform Federal disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery (see H.R. 4669), H135 [7JA]

Firearms: amend definitions of firearm silencer and firearm muffler (see H.R. 631), H2119 [10FE]

——— provide that prohibition on possession of firearms and ammunition by certain aliens shall apply relative to use of firearms and ammunition by government entities (see H.R. 7703), H2327 [25FE]

Iran: support human rights and Internet freedom and hold Iranian regime accountable for repression of Iranian people (see H.R. 7622), H2259 [23FE]

IRS: require electronically prepared tax returns to include scannable code when submitted on paper and require use of optical character recognition technology for paper documents (see H.R. 6956), H134 [7JA]

Medicare: limit coinsurance amount for certain services furnished in ambulatory surgical centers (see H.R. 3006), H2097 [9FE]

——— revise payments for air ambulance services (see H.R. 4792), H1977 [3FE]

Medicare/Medicaid: require certain long-term care facilities to permit essential caregivers access during any period in which regular visitation is restricted (see H.R. 6766), H136 [7JA]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see H.R. 7008), H655 [12JA]

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: investigate Canadian digital trade practices relative to U.S. entertainment streaming services (see H.R. 8025), H2677 [24MR]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (see H.R. 6945), H657 [12JA]

Science: include quantum molecular simulations and modeling in Federal scientific research (see H.R. 7749), H2335 [2MR]

State Justice Institute: establish State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center (see H.R. 4602), H2370 [3MR]

Taxation: promote new business innovation (see H.R. 1778), H2677 [24MR]

——— treat Indian Tribal governments in same manner as State governments for certain Federal tax purposes (see H.R. 7705), H2327 [25FE]

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the U.S.: establish (see H.R. 7325), H2098 [9FE]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Dept. of HHS: strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (see H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (see H.R. 7025), H717 [13JA]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see H. Res. 1122), H2597 [18MR]

Taxation: expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (see H.R. 7414), H2094 [9FE]

Constitutional authority and single subject statements

Dept. of HHS: strengthen coordination among certain programs to better support expectant and parenting foster youth (H.R. 7655), H2296 [24FE]

Federal aid programs: require implementation of evidence-based practices relative to certain Federal grants (H.R. 7025), H718 [13JA]

Taxation: expand housing investment with mortgage revenue bonds (H.R. 7414), H2096 [9FE]

Remarks

Dept. of Energy: prohibit from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing (H.R. 5184), H601 [9JA]

Public welfare programs: clarify authority of States to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program funds for pregnancy centers (H.R. 6945), H1144 [21JA]

Tributes

Edwards, Mary A., E57• [20JA]

Holtz, Louis L., H2429 [5MR]

YALE UNIVERSITY

Bills and resolutions

Rodriguez, Cristina M.: tribute (see H. Res. 1012), H1172 [21JA]

YANCEY COUNTY, NC

Remarks in Senate

Dept. of Homeland Security: impact of policy to require personal approval of Sec. of Homeland Security of any FEMA expenditure above certain amount, S361 [29JA]

YANG, ANGELA

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

YANG, YUE-CHENG

Bills and resolutions

Relief (see H.R. 7339), H1976 [3FE]

YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION WATER RIGHTS SETTLEMENT ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 3617), S161 [13JA]

YEAR OF MATH

Bills and resolutions

Observance (see H. Res. 1091), H2336 [2MR]

YEMEN, REPUBLIC OF

Bills and resolutions

Immigration: terminate temporary protected status designations for certain countries (see H.R. 6946), H11 [6JA]

YI, XIONG

Remarks in House

California: 46th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winner, H140 [8JA]

YOLO COUNTY, CA

Remarks in House

Alcorta, Marisa: Yolo County, CA, Woman of the Year award recipient, E269 [25MR]

YONKERS, NY

Remarks in House

Rotary Club of Yonkers-East Yonkers: tribute, H2172 [11FE]

St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church: tribute parish day celebration, H2535 [17MR]

YORK SPRINGS, PA

Remarks in House

Lehman’s Feed & Home Center: anniversary, H2636 [24MR]

YOUNG, CHAUNCY

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2177 [11FE]

YOUNG, HOWARD T.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2667 [24MR]

YOUNG, TODD (a Senator from Indiana)

Amendments

Dept. of HUD: expand low-income housing tax credit, provide tenant support through expanded rental assistance, combat homelessness, and prohibit discrimination based on income and limited English proficiency (H.R. 6644), S837 [4MR]

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Armed Forces: honor memory and sacrifice of servicemembers killed in refueling aircraft accident in Iraq and express condolences to family members (see S. Res. 660), S1544 [23MR]

Burma Unified Through Rigorous Military Accountability (BURMA) Act: extend sunset and require determination relative to imposition of sanctions on certain persons of Burma (see S. 3981), S801 [4MR]

Campbell, Ben Nighthorse: tribute (see S. Res. 585), S257 [15JA]

Career and Technical Education Month: support goals and ideals (see S. Res. 617), S707 [26FE]

Dept. of Education: provide students with disabilities and their families with access to critical information needed to select right college and succeed once enrolled (see S. 3589), S89 [7JA]

——— use student loan repayment rates at institutions of higher education to determine institutional eligibility for Federal student aid funds and require risk sharing payments of institutions (see S. 4114), S1090 [17MR]

Dept. of Homeland Security: establish Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund (see S. 2378), S1047 [12MR]

Dept. of State: require sports diplomacy strategy to strategically leverage major sporting events being hosted in U.S. in next decade to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership (see S. 3676), S257 [15JA]

Depts. of Agriculture and HUD: enter into memorandum of understanding relating to housing projects (see S. 2423), S221 [14JA]

District of Columbia: honor victims and those affected on anniversary of air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, express gratitude to first responders, and apply safety lessons (see S. Res. 593), S378 [29JA]

EPA: establish Ohio River Basin Restoration Program (see S. 3796), S509 [5FE]

FAA: provide updates to type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies (see S. 3866, 3885), S609 [12FE]

FDA: improve regulation of abortion drugs by prohibiting approval of new drugs, preventing labeling changes of existing drugs, and limiting dispensing of drugs remotely, by mail, or telemedicine (see S. 3697), S290 [27JA]

Firearms: establish appropriate rules for prosecutors and Federal judges to carry concealed firearm (see S. 2993), S553 [10FE]

Fiscal Commission: establish (see S. 4012), S881 [5MR]

Government: prohibit certain Federal officials, appointees, or employees from engaging in covered transactions involving prediction market contracts tied to Government policy, action, or political outcomes (see S. 4188), S1614 [25MR]

Health: prohibit insurance companies from denying or limiting coverage or charging higher premiums for living organ donors and allow use of family and medical leave by such donors (see S. 1552), S682 [25FE]

International Year of the Woman Farmer: designate (see S. Res. 592), S377 [29JA]

Iran: express support for Iranian people protesting for free and democratic Iran and condemn use of violence to suppress protests (see S. Res. 606), S709 [26FE]

Members of Congress: prohibit stock puchases by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children and require notice of stock sales (see S. 4134), S1205 [18MR]

——— prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members, their spouses, or their dependent children (see S. 3649), S1206 [18MR]

National School Choice Week: designate (see S. Res. 587), S291 [27JA]

NIST: develop voluntary guidelines and specifications for internal and external assurances of artificial intelligence (AI) systems (see S. 2615), S708 [26FE]

——— establish Biopharmaceutical Center of Excellence (see S. 3188), S1010 [11MR]

Religion: encourage U.S. to continue leadership on matters of religious freedom (see S. Res. 573), S221 [14JA]

SSA: make changes to Social Security terminology used in rules, regulation, guidance, or other materials relative to retirement age and benefits (see S. 1504), S90 [7JA]

Strategic Resilience Reserve: establish (see S. 3659), S256 [15JA]

Taxation: exclude debt held by certain insurance companies from capital assets and extend capital loss carryovers for such companies (see S. 1335), S50 [6JA]

——— improve historic rehabilitation tax credit (see S. 1459), S651 [24FE]

——— modify earned income threshold for refundable child tax credit (see S. 3596), S115 [8JA]

——— restore treatment of State and local bonds guaranteed by Federal Home Loan Bank as not federally guaranteed for purposes of determining their tax-exempt status (see S. 3941), S706 [26FE]

Ukraine: recognize anniversary of Russian invasion, reaffirm support for Ukrainian people, and emphasize importance of robust U.S. security guarantees within transatlantic commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty (see S. Res. 612), S651 [24FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see S. 128), S291 [27JA] (see S. 3752), S535 [9FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to North Platte Canteen in North Platte, NE (see S. 645), S1047 [12MR]

YMCA: anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR]

Bills and resolutions introduced

Artificial intelligence (AI): establish standards, metrics, and evaluation tools, support research, development, and capacity building activities, and promote innovation by ensuring companies of all sizes can succeed and thrive (see S. 3952), S706 [26FE]

Dept. of the Interior: establish America’s Living Library Project (see S. 4023), S881 [5MR]

Dept. of Transportation: combat freight fraud and theft (see S. 3950), S706 [26FE]

Families and domestic relations: establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours (see S. 3845), S577 [11FE]

Holtz, Louis L.: tribute (see S. Res. 644), S1056 [16MR]

Indiana University: tribute to football team (see S. Res. 595), S419 [30JA]

Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR]

Medicare: modify coverage requirements for diabetic shoes (see S. 4070), S1046 [12MR]

National FFA Week: designate (see S. Res. 622), S707 [26FE]

National Quantum Initiative Act: reauthorize (see S. 3597), S115 [8JA]

NIST: facilitate establishment of definitions, standards, resources, and frameworks to ensure certain biological datasets are ready for use in artificial intelligence (AI) models (see S. 4069), S1046 [12MR]

SBA: require small business development centers to assist small business concerns with use of artificial intelligence (AI) (see S. 3586), S89 [7JA]

Taxation: allow charitable rollovers from individual retirement accounts to donor advised funds (see S. 3975), S762 [3MR]

Cloture motions

DeLeeuw, John: nomination to NTSB, S623 [23FE], S665 [25FE]

Dept. of Homeland Security: making appropriations (H.R. 7147), motion to proceed, S946 [10MR], S1034 [12MR], S1425 [20MR], S1609 [25MR]

Rudd, Joshua M.: nomination to be NSA Director and U.S. Cyber Command Chief, S877 [5MR], S941 [9MR]

Remarks

Armed Forces: remove from unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela (S.J. Res. 98), S233 [15JA]

Venezuela: U.S. military and intelligence operation to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extradite them to U.S. to face Federal drug, terrorism, and weapons charges, S233 [15JA]

Tributes

Connell, John, S492 [4FE]

YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS INITIATIVE (YALI) ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 2236), S552 [10FE]

YOUNG FISHERMEN’S DEVELOPMENT ACT

Remarks in House

Reauthorize (H.R. 3692), H2358, H2359 [3MR]

Reports filed

Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

Texts of

H.R. 3692, reauthorize, H2358 [3MR]

YOUNG FISHERMEN’S DEVELOPMENT EXTENSION ACT

Reports filed

Provisions: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Senate) (S. 2357) (S. Rept. 119–115), S1009 [11MR]

YOUNG HARRIS, GA

Remarks in House

Young Harris College: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2593 [18MR]

YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE

Remarks in House

Sports: tribute to men’s basketball team, H2593 [18MR]

YOUNG MARINES (organization)

Remarks in House

Muchmore, Chase: Young Marines (organization) Pennsylvania Regiment Junior Young Marine of the Year award recipient, E115 [9FE]

YOUNG MEN’S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION

Bills and resolutions

Anniversary (see S. Res. 642), S1047 [12MR] (see H. Res. 1074), H2258 [23FE]

Remarks in House

New Rochelle, NY: tribute to New Rochelle YMCA, H2608 [19MR]

Remarks in Senate

Anniversary (S. Res. 642), S1051 [12MR]

Texts of

S. Res. 642, anniversary, S1051 [12MR]

YOUTH see Children and Youth

YOUTH AI PRIVACY ACT

Bills and resolutions

Enact (see S. 4199), S1614 [25MR]

YU, PANG

Remarks in Senate

Foreign countries: call for release of political prisoners, S1594 [25MR]

YURKANIN, KATHRYN

Remarks in House

Tribute, E192 [5MR]

ZABEL, GREY

Remarks in House

Tribute, E124 [10FE]

ZAFAR, KAI K.

Remarks in House

Tribute, E53 [20JA]

ZAHN, ISABELLA

Remarks in House

Tribute, E209 [12MR]

ZARDECKI, FRANK W.

Remarks in House

Tribute, H802 [14JA]

ZEEK, GERALD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H909 [15JA]

ZEILENGA, CAROLINE

Remarks in Senate

Vermont: tribute to State of the Union essay contest judges, S757 [3MR]

ZELENSKY, VOLODYMYR (President, Ukraine)

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1343 [22JA]

ZERO EMISSION TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION

Letters

Critical Mineral Dominance Act, H1996 [4FE]

ZHANG, AMY

Remarks in House

Colorado: 7th Congressional District Congressional App Challenge Best in Show award winner, E14 [8JA]

ZHOU, EDWARD

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

ZHOU, YU

Remarks in House

American Airlines, Inc.: honor victims of Flight 5342 air disaster, including members of U.S. figure skating community, and express condoleneces to family members and friends, E216 [16MR]

ZIMMERMAN, GABRIEL

Bills and resolutions

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (see S. Con. Res. 25), S115 [8JA] (see H. Con. Res. 69), H252 [8JA]

Remarks in House

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, H140, H149 [8JA]

Remarks in Senate

Tucson, AZ: anniversary of shootings at ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence (S. Con. Res. 25), S516 [5FE]

Texts of

S. Con. Res. 25, anniversary of shootings at Tucson, AZ, ‘‘Congress on Your Corner’’ event and honor survivors, victims, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for her work to end gun violence, S119 [8JA]

ZINKE, RYAN K. (a Representative from Montana)

Bills and resolutions cosponsored

Crime: combat organized crime involving illegal acquisition of retail goods and cargo to sell such illegally obtained goods through physical and online retail marketplaces (see H.R. 2853), H13 [6JA]

Dept. of State: include Taiwan among list of recipient countries for which shorter certification and reporting periods apply and expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan (see H.R. 7146), H2259 [23FE]

National FFA Week: designate (see H. Res. 1073), H2258 [23FE]

Voting: require proof of U.S citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections (see H.R. 7296), H2033 [4FE]

World War II: award Congressional Gold Medal to 761st Tank Battalion in recognition of their crucial role in Allied forces success in Europe and example they set as first Black armored unit (see H.R. 1628), H2297 [24FE]

Remarks

BLM: disapprove rule entitled ‘‘Public Land Order for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and St. Louis Counties, MN’’ (H.J. Res. 140), H1151 [21JA]

Butte, MT: tribute to World Museum of Mining, E158• [24FE]

Iran: reaffirm as largest state sponsor of terrorism (H. Res. 1099), H2394 [4MR]

Trump, President: evaluation of administration relative to Iran, H2394 [4MR]

Tributes

Abel, Charles R., E90• [2FE]

LaMalfa, Doug, H237 [8JA]

Roberts, Donna Stageman, E84• [30JA]

ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA

Remarks in House

Feingold, Barbara: Zionist Organization of America Justice Louis D. Brandeis Exemplary Defender of Israel Award recipient, E215 [16MR]

ZOBERMAN, ISRAEL

Poems

‘‘Under My Zayde’s Tallit’’, E90 [2FE]

Statements

American Jewish Leaders’ Response to Holocaust, E87 [2FE]

ZOLLNER, DOUG

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2045 [9FE]

ZUMKEHR, JON

Remarks in House

Tribute, H1128 [21JA]

ZVONIK, ROALD

Remarks in House

Tribute, H2668 [24MR]